Emush E. Densamo *** W. Belle Plaine Ave.
Chicago, IL 60613
Email: ******@*****.*** Phone 818-***-****
Objective
To obtain a position utilizing data analysis skills, research and laboratory techniques.
Career Profile
Team oriented professional with strong scientific analytical and research skills as confirmed by scientific background.
Have strong leadership skills to lead research and other projects and to perform as a team player. Possess extensive
experience in carrying out laboratory research, collecting and analyzing data. Comfortable working in chemical,
biochemical and public health related fields. Excellent communication and peoples skills demonstrated by educational
and work experiences.
Education
University of Illinois at Springfield May 11, 2013
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry: Minor in Public Health
Skill Summary
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Chemical and Biochemical analysis Numerical analysis
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Solution preparation Team work
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Instrumental analysis Multi tasking
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Data collection Dependable
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Data presentation in chart, graph and table Leadership
Relevant Coursework
Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Biochemistry & Laboratory Global Health
Inorganic Chemistry Physical Chemistry Cell Biology
Organic Chemistry Environmental Education Human Well-Being
Integrated Chemistry Laboratory Food, Health and Public Policy Economics
Laboratory Techniques Chemicals and the Citizen Statistics and Calculus
Chemical Analysis & Lab Environmental Crisis and Health Family, Work and the Community
Instrumental Analysis & Lab Ecology
Research Experience
University of Illinois at Springfield, Chemistry Department
Green Chemistry:
• Worked to change toxic solvents used in school laboratories to eco-friendly solvents
• Performed laboratory procedures, including; instruments and processing of laboratory specimens accordance with
each respective protocol following federal and state laws.
• Prepared chemical solutions from stock supplies, and prepared instruments for use.
• Reviewed lab reports/results, and identified problems and successes, reporting details to lead study professor.
• Documented the results and progress of the study.
Integrated / Nano – Chemistry Laboratory:
• Conducted experiments that incorporated inorganic, organic and physical chemistry background.
• Sufficiently conducted extensive nano particle experiments.
• Analyzed data, reported written laboratory reports.
• Developed charts, graphs and tables to report results.
Instrumental Analysis Laboratory:
• Quantitative and qualitative analysis of lab instruments.
• Determined appropriate experiments for specific instrument.
• Prepared chemical mixtures.
Biochemistry Laboratory:
• Conducted extensive proteomics work.
• Utilized Western and Southern blotting for detection of antigen protein analysis
• Used electrophoresis techniques.
Laboratory Equipment
NMR MS UV-Vis
Cyclic Voltammetry AA GCMS
FTIR Rotor Evaporator Calorimeter
X-ray pH Meter Gel Electrophoresis
Densitometer TOC TLC
Professional Memberships/Affiliations
Member, American Chemical Society (ACS)
Employment Experience
Wockhardt Pharmaceutical Inc.; Chemist 1/ Quality Control
• Familiar with GMP, SOP, FDA procedures
• Receive and organize samples for testing
• Responsible for wet chemistry testing
• Prepare reagent and test solutions
• Conduct titration/ assay/ standardization of volumetric solutions
• Conduct havey metals analysis
• Conuct LOD and ROI analysis
• Use instrument listed above for sample analysis
• Standize pH meters and Balances
• Document test procedure and results
Washington Mutual Bank; Teller
• Accurately maintained a daily ledger of over $1,000
• Reconciled cash drawers to daily reporters to ensure accuracy.
• Processed payments of multiple tenders quickly and efficiently.
October 7, 2013 – Present Morton Grove, IL
Chicago, IL
May 2005-Augest 2008
Jewel Osco; Cashier
• Handled purchase transactions.
• Prioritized tasks to meet and exceed customer needs and expectations
• Memorized the specific layout of the store to help customers find items.
Chicago, IL
June 2004-May 2005
Volunteer Work
Vice President of African Students Association
• Facilitated an HIV awareness event to campus students by passing flyers and informational sessions.
• Served as the community outreach liaison between our group and participating organizations.
• Set up campus activities such as cultural awareness events.
Building with Book Non-Profit Organization
• Went to Mali, Africa rural area to build school.
• Motivated parents to send their children to school.
• Held several fundraising events to raise money to buy school supplies and books to take the village of Mali.
Ethiopian Community – Tutor
• Tutor elementary students in mathematics and science.
• Created lesson plans and provided study techniques.
• Led students in small group discussions.
• Assisted outdoor fieldtrips.
Computer Skills
Familiar with Windows Operating systems and Internet based search. Specialized knowledge of:
MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Proprietary Software.
~ References available upon request ~