Michael R. Kozar
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Current Address:
Monrovia, MD 21770
Education:
The George Washington University, Washington, DC
Bachelor of Science in ACS Certified Chemistry, May 2014
Experience:
Organic Synthesis Intern at The George Washington University Chemistry
Department August 2012 – May 2013
• Synthesized hydrotalcite supported transition metal nanoparticles catalysts for use in organic
reactions as part of a green chemistry initiative.
• Experience in UV-Vis spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, anhydrous conditions chemistry
and electron spray ionization mass spectroscopy.
College Qualified Leaders Program (CQL), Walter Reed Army Institute of
Research, Silver Spring, MD Department of Medicinal Chemistry May-August
2009, 2011, 2012
• Synthesized next generation anti-malarial compounds with focus on creation of novel triazine
compounds and salt analogs.
• Experience in organic synthesis, NMR Spectroscopy (Bruker 300mhz and 600mhz), and direct-
probe injection mass spectroscopy.
College Qualified Leaders Program (CQL), Walter Reed Army Institute of
Research, Silver Spring, MD Department of Parasitology May-August 2008
• Raised Malaria parasites for research purposes under sterile lab conditions
• Conducted PCR and gel electrophoresis in order to genotype malaria samples from blood smears.
• Trained in lab safety, biohazard safety level 2.
Assistant Brewer at Milkhouse Brewery at Stillpoint Farms May 2013 – August 2013
• General brewing duties in the production of artisan craft beer
• Use of laboratory skills in sanitation and care for farm animals
• Experience in business planning and startup of a successful small batch craft brewery
Leadership Involvement:
Captain, Secretary of Defense, g-dub Ultimate Frisbee Club, August 2011- May 2014
Radio DJ at GWU’s Student Radio (WRGW)
Eagle Scout, Troop 650, May 2006
Skills:
Computer: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Windows OS, Macintosh OS, C Programming
Language: Spanish, Professional Working Proficiency