Assistant Maintenance

***.* Prince St. Apt. **, Beckley, WV ***** 304-***-**** **************@*****.***

Objective: To safely work in an analysis based environment where I can properly utilize my knowledge, skills,

professionalism, and interest.

Education:

B.S. Magna Cum Laude Concord University, May 2012

Major: Chemistry

Minor: Biology

Research Technique Experience

Extensive experience with: GC, GC-MS

Experience with: LC-MS, HPLC, FT-IR, UV-Vis, Roto-vap, XRF, NMR

Proficient in using Microsoft Office, LIMS, and ChemStation

Trained in EPA methods: 8260, 624, 601, 602, 502, 524, 8021, 1311, 3810

Synthesis and purification of organic and inorganic compounds

Extensive gravimetric analysis and wet chemistry techniques

Literature research experience and excellent technical writing skills

Experience presenting research at conventions

Working under an inert atmosphere

Trained in laboratory safety regulations (in both formal coursework and on the job training)

Work Experience

VOLATILE ORGANICS ANALYST REI CONSULTANTS, INC. OCTOBER 2012-PRESENT

Analyze for volatile organic chemicals in groundwater, drinking water, wastewater, air, soil, and solid waste using GC

and GC-MS by EPA methods: 8260, 624, 601, 602, 502, 524, 8021, 1311, 3810.

Report analysis results in the LIMS database.

Perform maintenance on GC, GC-MS, and Archon autosamplers.

Regularly calibrate equipment.

Maintain chemical inventory.

Review SOPs and perform annual precision and accuracy studies.

RESEARCH STUDENT WV-INBRE MAY 2011-JULY 2011

Performed organic/medicinal chemistry synthesis. Determined a possible reaction mechanism of a cancer medication.

Presented research at Marshall University.

DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT CONCORD UNIVERSITY PHYSICS DEPARTMENT AUGUST 2011- MAY 2012

Assembled teaching materials. Documented and tested physics equipment. Set up student laboratories.

TEACHING ASSISTANT CONCORD UNIVERSITY CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT AUGUST 2011- MAY 2012

Guided students in laboratory exercises. Tutored students outside of the laboratory. Maintained laboratory order and

safety.

References Available Upon Request

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