ORRETT O. WALKER
PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
To utilize my technical skills and apply my knowledge of Chemistry in an advanced laboratory environment while significantly adding value to the company in addition to acquiring professional and practical experience for advancement.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
UV-VIS-NIR Spectroscopy, HPLC, Raman Spectroscopy, Centrifugation and Purification of Carbon Nanotubes, ChemStation, LIMS, Microsoft Suite, Oracle, Capsil Accounting
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
RECRO PHARMACEUTICALS, Gainesville, GA. June 2014 – Present
Quality Control Analyst
Conduct dissolution testing on in-process, finished product and stability samples
Control substance testing and analysis
Process and document test sample results in LIMS
Initial calibration and troubleshoot test equipment
Monitor system suitability and rigidity of test equipment
Karl Fisher moisture analysis testing
Perform Accepted Quality Limit analysis
Perform Loss on Drying testing
Media and standard solution preparation for product testing and system suitability
Analysis of current equipment for implementation of standards for new equipment
Train new Quality Control Analyst on dissolution, pH and conductivity testing
THE UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, Athens, GA
Student Administrator – Peer Mentor August 2012 – December 2013 Provided peer mentoring for students at residence halls
Monitored incoming calls regarding the scheduling of appointments and advising
Provided advice regarding Residence Halls policies and procedures
Monitored other incoming calls, ensuring that calls are timely and accurately transferred to the relevant personnel.
Scheduled appointments for students seeking advising and other information
THE UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, Athens, GA July 2011 – August 2011
Student Laboratory Assistant
Separated substances of different densities by the use of centrifuge, filtration, and chromatography
Performed qualitative and quantitative analysis of materials using UV-VIS-NIR spectroscopy
Applied sound energy to agitate particles in samples through the use of Probe Sonication
Analyzed Carbon Nanotube using Liquid Raman Spectroscopy
Jamaica Defense Force, Kingston, Jamaica March 1995 – August 2000
Soldier/Medical Assistant
Performed military duties
Supervised and trained new Medical Assistants on policies and procedures of the Medical Center
Administered initial treatment at emergency scene, take and record patients vital signs
Transported sick and injured persons to Treatment Center
Provided medical examination and screening of patients consistent with the Medical Center’s approved protocol
Administered first aid and other basic medical treatment to inpatients admitted to the Treatment Center
Observed, record, and report to Medical Officer, patients conditions, and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents
Administered oral, topical, subcutaneous, intra-muscular and intra-venous medications, drugs and immunizations
Performed laboratory tests, record and report findings to Medical Officer
Ensured that patients are properly documented and accurately classified for medical reference
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science: Chemistry, May 2014
THE UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, Athens, GA.
Associate of Science: Pre-Medicine, May 2009
Diploma: Paramedic Technology, March 2005
GEORGIA PERIMETER COLLEGE, Atlanta, GA
Certificate: Emergency Medical Technician, September 2003
DEKALB TECHNICAL COLLEGE INSTITUTE, Atlanta, GA.