Nicholas R. Herbst
*** ***** **** ● Danville, PA 17821 ● +1-570-***-****
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SUMMARY
An experienced chemist with knowledge of a variety of analytical techniques as well as strong critical thinking skills
seeking a position as a pharmaceutical chemist. Lab experience includes but is not limited to HPLC, ion chromatography
UV-Vis spectroscopy, and Karl Fischer. Candidate is a reliable and detail oriented individual with a passion for learning
and motivation to overcome any challenges presented to him.
EDUCATION
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Graduated Cum Laude
December 2010
B.Sc. in Chemistry w/ Bioscience Focus GPA: 3.3
EXPERIENCE
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, Senior Chemist
Lancaster, PA
2011 – 2014 (Chemist), 2014 (Senior Chemist)
Independently perform analyses on a wide range of pharmaceutical products
Write/maintain SOPs, methods, training programs, investigations, and validation/feasibility reports
Routinely perform a number of analytical techniques including HPLC, ion chromatography, dissolution,
Karl Fischer, particle size, UV/Vis, and wet chemistry analysis
Use of various chromatographic techniques including reverse phase, normal phase, size exclusion, and
ion exchange chromatography as well as refractive index, ELSD, conductivity, electrochemical, and UV
detection
Perform maintenance on, calibrate, and qualify instruments
Provide technical support to and administer training to other personnel
Participate in process improvement initiatives to better improve efficiency in the workplace
Maintain organized and detailed laboratory records
Use a variety of data analysis software and Microsoft Office products such as Excel
Execute analyses in compliance with cGMP, EP, and USP standards
Weis Markets, Customer Service Representative/Front End Monitor
Danville, PA
2004 – 2011
Assist customers with any issues or concerns they may have
Oversee all cashiers and help with any problem they encounter
Give change and count cash in register drawers and in the safe to ensure proper handling of money
Act as manager on duty when necessary
University of Pittsburgh Department of Chemistry, Teaching Assistant
Pittsburgh, PA
2009 – 2010
Teaching of an undergraduate organic chemistry laboratory session
Giving preparatory lectures, doing demos of the experiments, giving easy to follow and useful
instructions, and answering all questions asked by the students
Give instructions on and grade assignments completed by the students such as work sheets and lab reports
and assign students a final grade at the end of the semester
ACTIVITIES:
American Chemical Society (2008-2010), Saturday Science (2009-2010)
References Available Upon Request