Shayla Nichole Giles
Cell: 786-***-****
Email: acrvud@r.postjobfree.com
Professional Profile
Ambitious, organized, team-orientated, and highly dedicated professional, recognized for technological prowess, problem solving and creative solutions. A fast learner, who thrives in a variety of diverse work environments. Proficient in Microsoft operating systems and software applications. Confident team player that enjoys multitasking and working within deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Stetson University, De Land, FL, May 2006
Major - Chemistry and Biochemistry
GPA 3.44/4.0
Dean’s List and Honor Roll, Fall 2004-Spring 2006
College education financed by working part-time
Experience
Hygenic Labs, Fort Lauderdale, FL June 2008 – July 2013 & November 2014 – August 2015
Purchasing Agent /R&D Chemist
Responsible for purchasing all raw materials and packaging for production.
Develop and formulate various hair and skin care products.
Ensure Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association (CTFA) regulation compliance.
Perform quality control for all production batches to ensure GMP compliance.
Oxford Biomedical Technologies, Riviera Beach, FL October 2013 – November 2014
Lab Manager/ Research Lab Assistant
Manage customer panel production and manufacture
Assisted the Lab Director in daily operation of the Laboratory
Prepare the laboratory and maintain stock of required chemicals and instrumentation
Ensure all experiments and functions performed within the laboratory adhere to the prescribed safety standards, methods and protocols
Make purchases to maintain sufficient stock of chemicals or apparatus, necessary for tests and experiments
Conducted research experiments and troubleshoot instruments
Tutor.com, New York, New York September 2006 – November 2008
Chemistry Tutor
Tutored High School and College Chemistry students (hundreds each week), using on-line technology (instant messaging, interactive whiteboard, and the Web)
Stetson University, De Land, Florida August 2004 – May 2006
Teaching Assistant
Prepared weekly General and Organic chemistry laboratory experiments by assisting in the preparation of experimental set-up, procedures and waste collection.
Assisted students during lab by answering questions, providing guidance and demonstrations, and coaching class members with proper technique
Enforced safety in the laboratory including proper use of goggles, proper handling of chemical spills, broken glassware, and proper collection of chemical waste for disposal