Onkar Ghag

480-***-**** * **** E University Drive, Apt 302, Tempe AZ 85281 * acy3oe@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Materials science graduate student with 4 years of experience in the field of synthesis and characterization of

polymer systems. Seeking full time opportunity in a challenging position to apply my abilities learned during

academic research.

Education

Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering

May 2016

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ

GPA: 3.93/4.00

Six Sigma Green Belt

May 2016

Bachelor of Technology in Surface Coating Technology

May 2014

Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai, India

GPA 8.93/10.00

Professional Experience

R&D Intern (Marine Coatings Division) May

2013-June 2013

AkzoNobel Coatings India Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, India

Analyzed various raw materials for quality control using chemical determination techniques.

Optimized the current products in terms of better properties to cost ratio.

Coordinated with various departments to facilitate faster completion of a batch of product.

Research experience

Development of Light Sensitive Polymers January

2015-Present

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ

Synthesized a smart hydrogel system which responds to light for use in displays.

Currently working on improving the mechanical and response properties of the soft hydrogels.

Utilized techniques such as Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer to study the properties of hydrogels.

Optimization of Hydrophobic Coating for Acrylate Systems January

2014-May 2014

Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai, India

Developed a new system for hydrophobic coating for wooden surfaces.

Analyzed the new coating with various characterization techniques such as contact angle measurement.

Optimized the cost of the new system by using different raw materials using ANOVA techniques.

Skills & Relevant courses

Analytical Tools: Experienced in various polymer characterization techniques such as DSC, TGA,

DMA, Confocal Microscopy, Instron E3000, Tensiometer and Rheometer.

Software: Proficient in JMP Pro, Origin and Microsoft Office.

Courses: Design of Engineering Experiments, Six Sigma Methodology, Polymers and Composites,

Introduction to Material Characterization, Polymer Science and Technology, Structure and Property

relationship of Polymers, Evaluation and Testing of Polymers.

Class Projects

Utilized JMP to achieve an optimum thickness of iron pyrite thin film from the data obtained from

RBS analysis.

Designed a light and strong theoretical model of a polymer composite by performing stress-strain

analysis.

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