YAM K. SHRESTHA

*** ****** **** **

Cary, NC ****1

Phone: 919-***-****

acp7u7@r.postjobfree.com

Objectives

To achieve a challenging position in the field that promotes quality within an organization, that will utilize my experience and academic knowledge in return for the opportunities for advancement and career growth

Research Highlights

Knowledge of wet chemistry (gel polymer synthesis)

Analytical sample preparation as well as testing

Outstanding knowledge to determine the critical micelle concentration (CMC) of cationic surfactants by Surface Enhance Raman Spectroscopy

Excellent skills on various characterization techniques; Spectroscopy, Chromatography, HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS, GC, LC, UPLC, UV-vis, pH, FTIR, SEM, NMR, Microscope, and knowledge of ELISA, microbiological theory and technical application

Working knowledge of scientific methodology and of the hazards involved in laboratory procedures, along with related safety practices, experience in handling moisture sensitive reactions, various organic as well as inorganic acids and bases

Experience operating and maintaining analytical instruments, systems and microbiological techniques as well as analyzing results, interpreting methodology, understanding and solving theoretical problems along with experience writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Experience on presenting research findings and writing reports and team player

Education:

North Carolina Central University Durham, NC

MS. in Chemistry May 2014

Related Experience

Symmetry Biosciences Durham, NC

Research Scientist 1/2015-Present

Knowledge of formulation, Analytical instrumentation

Knowledge of wet chemistry especially gel polymer synthesis

Experienced for analyzing results, interpreting methodology, understanding and solving theoretical problems, Performs complex testing of raw materials and drug products as well prepared standard and sample solutions, and maintains appropriate records

Experience of providing QA/QC testing support as well as developing knowledge and application of the Quality Management System (QMS)

Skill in keeping records that document analytical work performed in the laboratory, including the monitoring of system performance using quality assurance/control procedures

NCCU Chemistry Department Durham, NC

Graduate Research Assistant 09/2012-04/2014

Graduate Teaching Assistant 09/2012–04/2014

Taught and graded tests for general and Inorganic chemistry classes

Excellent verbal and written communications skills on an individual and group basis targeted to internal and external customers of several levels

Proficient in core techniques, best laboratory equipment operating as well as ability of reasoning mathematically and scientifically, maintenance and calibration of analytical instruments

Cree Inc. Durham, NC

Research and Development Technician 07/2007-01/2013

Helped scientists and engineers troubleshooting and repairing laboratory equipment

Eight years experienced of the requirements and application of GMP principles in a laboratory environment

Ability to execute laboratory work plan or schedule developed by supervisor or senior team member along with monitored and trained to new hire operators, engineers, technicians

Proactively address work issues at both an individual level and a team level

Ability to identify aberrant/out of spec data and limited interpretation of data expected

Ability to learn and retain technical information to others

Well organized with ability to multitask as well as work effectively and efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines

Lamb Assembly team lead 06/2004-07/2007

Helped Technicians troubleshooting and maintaining equipments that used in production

worked in different operations, such as die sort, break operation, auto pick, die bond, pre-burn, probe, mechanical saw, laser saw, inspection etc

Worked in a clean room environment

Utilized detail-oriented and team player skills very effectively and efficiently

Awards & Fellowship

Graduate in state award 08/2012-05/2014

National Science Foundation Award 08/2012-05/2014

Best R &D Tech (Outstanding performance) Award in Cree Inc 2008

Best Training and Performance Operator Award in Cree Inc 2005,2006,2007

Technical Skills

Experience with Microsoft Office suite, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, PowerPoint, Access

Oral and Poster Presentations

“Determination of the critical micelle concentration of cationic surfactants by Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering”

64thPittcon 2013, Pittsburgh, PA 03/2013

65thPittcon 2014, Chicago, IL 03/2014

NCCU 4th Annual Science and Technology Student Research Symposium, Durham, NC 04/2014

Affiliations

Student Member: American Chemical Society, 2012-2014

President: Chemistry Student Association, Tribhuvan University, 1994-1995

Executive Member: Nepal Centre of North Carolina 2008-2014

President of Socio-economic welfare for Nepal US (SEWAN US) 2009-PRESENT

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