Aminata Diaby
Arlington, TX *6120
acp211@r.postjobfree.com
Chemical Manufacturing Chemist with 2 years’ experience in chemical industry.
* *****’ experience as a Biology Research Assistant.
Practiced in data collection and interpretation.
Proficient in managing daily schedule for the laboratory.
Experienced in testing samples for purity and concentration.
EXPERIENCE
Lead Quality Control Chemist Feb 2013- Current
Ricca Chemical Company Arlington, TX
Perform testing in an ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 17025:2005 certified lab.
Ensure compliance with OSHA and FDA regulations.
Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of chemical samples.
Sample, define, isolate, concentrate, and preserve sample.
Set error limits to ensure quality chemical products.
Validate and verify results through routine testing.
Perform calibrations and standardizations for instrumentation.
Perform extractions and purifications for various chemicals.
Create new ways to measure samples, decreasing testing time.
Interpret data to determine anomalies or discrepancies.
Communicate results and conclusions with other departments.
Standardize acids, bases, and titrants; Adjust pH reference and non-reference Buffers, and test biological stains using spectrophotometer.
Preparation and testing of Conductivity Standards, and Turbidity Standards
Preparation and testing of chemical indicators.
Proficient in USP and EP metal testing on samples.
Volumetric preparation of standard and sample solutions.
Arrange schedules, plan daily lab work, and organize meetings to improve work flow.
Biology Research Assistant Aug 2010- May 2012
Texas Woman’s University Department of Biology Denton, TX
Performed surgical procedures on lab specimens in order to analyze internal organs.
Knowledgeable in the use of equipment.
Tutored students during lab hours to ensure proper techniques were used and adequate knowledge of equipment.
Subcutaneously injected hormones estrogen and progesterone to subjects prior to testing.
Gathered data for analysis and review of test results.
Used statistical analysis (SPSS File) to document report and test results.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry May 2012
Texas Woman’s University Denton, TX
Associate of Science May 2009
Collin County Community College Plano, TX
SPECIAL SKILLS and LABORATORY TECHNIQUES
Biochemistry/ genetics:
DNA extraction
Isolation of plasmid DNA preparation
Completed cell counts using Hemocytometer
Yeast mating
Isolation of a gene by PCR
Thin layer chromatography
Polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE)
Affinity chromatography
Spectrophotometry
Dialysis and Centrifugation
Gel chromatography
Gas chromatography.
HPLC (high pressure liquid Chromatography)
Chemistry skills:
Solution preparation
Titrations, extractions, and filtrations
Solubility testing
Simple and fractional distillation
Recrystallization and reflux distillation
UV-Vis, IR, NMR, TLC
Mass spectroscopy
Computer skills:
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, and Outlook for macintosh and PC platform.
VOLUNTEER 2011-2012
Presbyterian Hospital Denton, TX
Emergency Room and Labor and Delivery
RESEARCH PRESENTATION and PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
2012: A. Diaby, C.S.J. Miryala, C. Hiegel, L. Uphouse. Estradiol benzoate, alone, is sufficient for induction of lordosis behavior.
Member of National Honor Society (Sigma Alpha Pi) 2012- present
MICROBIOLOGY 101 COURSE (BACTERIA)
Food Safety Net Sources 2015