Manager Management

Christopher J. Parsons

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EDUCATION

The University of Georgia Athens, GA

Master of Science in Chemistry, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry May 2013

Magna Cum Laude, High Honors

Overall GPA: 3.81/4.00

Thesis Title: Methods for the Production and Refinement of Carbon Nanomaterials

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

The University of Georgia, Department of Chemistry Athens, GA

Educational Program Specialist January-May 2014

Analyze ancient Egyptian faience artifacts using optical microscopy, XRF, SEM, EDX, and IR photoluminescence

Plan and execute qualitative educational research on chemistry students to improve program pedagogy

Edit and proofread chemistry for engineering students textbook manuscript

Lay Research Group Athens, GA

Research Assistant February 2011-May 2013

Synthesized graphene in self-constructed furnace apparatus using a CVD mechanism

Purified and enriched carbon nanotube suspensions for electronics using non-oxidative methods

Characterized nanomaterial samples by Raman and UV/VisNIR Spectroscopy, SEM /EDX, and AFM

NSF Funded REU in Sustainable Energy Manhattan, KS

Undergraduate Researcher May-August 2011

Synthesized gold nanoparticles via solvated metal atom dispersion and dodecanethiol assisted digestive ripening

Developed and presented science and sustainability outreach demonstrations for local K -12 students

Characterized nanoparticles using TEM, PXRD, and UV/Vis spectroscopy

OUTREACH AND EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

Independent Educational Contracting Oslo, Norway

Au Pair May 2013-January 2014

Tutored five students in science and in English to the point of conversational and written fluency

Organized and photographed weekly educational trips to museums and cultural sites

Managed family nutrition and prepared diverse meals in accordance with strict dietary requirements

Project FOCUS (Fostering Our Community’s Understanding of Science) Athens, GA

Science Instructor January-May 2013

Developed multimedia lesson plans and science demonstrations in accordance with Georgia science standards

Worked individually with low income and minority students and encouraged them to pursue STEM fields

Proposed modifications to the middle school program to increase after -school student involvement

Students for Scientific Outreach Athens, GA

Founder, President October 2011-May 2013

Designed scientific educational programming for children, adolescents, and adults

Conducted regular literature readings to help develop young scientists’ writing and communicative skill

Performed demonstrations illustrating the scientific method at three elementary schools per semester

MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE

Advocating Safe Alternatives for Peers Athens, GA

Treasurer February 2010-May 2011

Oversaw and ensured the completion of Governor’s Office of Highway Safety grant requirements

Managed comprehensive budget of $12,000+ and allocated funds to group initiatives

Prepared monthly reports on the progress of grant-funded efforts and the use of grant money

Aquatic Management Specialists Lawrenceville, GA

Area Manager April 2007-September 2009

Supervised and prepared schedules for 70 employees across eleven facilities

Trained employees in CPR and first aid and introduced effective and novel instructional aides

Led recruitment throughout the company, bringing in 14 new lifeguards

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