Cheng Li, Ph.D.

Cell phone: 682-***-**** E-mail: acz6tw@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: Experienced and accomplished materials scientist with over 20 years of experience looking to leverage extensive experience in technical development, materials testing and analysis and project management into a Scientist position.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience with various materials characterization techniques including SEM/EDX, AFM, XPS, XRD, Raman spectroscopy, DSC, TGA, FT-IR;

Experience in leading cross-functional project teams in both research and manufacturing units;

Knowledge of manufacturing specifications and documentation methods, engineering change process and quality assurance;

Extensive experience in preparation of technical reports, progress reports and project deliverables to management, customers and/or funding agency;

Demonstrated strong, effective communication skills, both interpersonal and written;

Ability to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management.

Demonstrated strong, effective verbal and written communication skills;

Demonstrated ability to work independently and to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in an organization.

Education

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering

New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ, USA

Advisor: Prof. Marek Sosnowski

M.S. in Materials Engineering

Research Institute of Physical and Chemical Engineering of Nuclear Industry

Tianjin, China

B.S. in Metallic Materials and Heat Treatment, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China

Professional Experience

10/2014 – 03/2016 Visiting Researcher

Department of Materials Science and Engineering, The University of Texas at Arlington, Texas, USA

Studied effects of process parameters on performance of DLC (diamond-like-carbon) coatings prepared by DC, pulsed DC or RF plasma enhanced CVD;

05/2011 – 09/2014 Researcher and Vice Director

Research Center for Advanced Materials, Chongqing Academy of Science and Technology, Chongqing, China

Managed and coordinated new R&D project proposal writing and submission of the research center;

Managed implementation of ongoing projects of the research center;

Led R&D projects on development of materials for Li-ion batteries and photovoltaic cells;

Led international Collaboration Project on friction stir welding technology for light alloys;

11/2004 – 10/2010 Research Associate

Department of Chemistry and Environmental Science, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ, USA

Led research projects (funded by US Army Research Lab) on organic solar cells. Led the development of novel nanocomposite materials incorporating functionalized carbon nanotubes and fullerenes for enhanced efficiency of organic photovoltaic cells;

Studied engineered nanomaterials and characterization to link the physical and chemical characteristics of water dispersible single-wall and multi-wall carbon nanotubes (SWNTs and MWNTs) to their biological effects on the gastrointestinal tract. (NIEHS funded project)

Performed characterization of thin films using AFM, SEM, EDX, XRD, and UV-Vis absorption spectroscopy;

Participated in proposal writing for externally funded research projects. One project proposal for development of materials and fabrication technologies for thin film batteries on flexible substrates received funding from US Army Research Lab.

Designed and fabricated prototype organic light emitting devices (OLEDs). The developed prototype had been integrated in US Army Smart Coating Project;

Developed smart electroactive thin film sensors for corrosion and scratch sensing;

Developed wireless enabled sensor arrays for detection of impact and vibration on military equipment.;

Integrated instrumentations for device performance measurement systems (I-V and spectral response characteristics of solar cells, I-V-L testing and spectral analysis of LEDs);

04/1997 – 08/1999 Assistant Manager, Coating Department

Sandvik (CHINA) Co., Ltd, Langfang, Hebei, China

Directed daily operations of two 24/7 CVD production lines and a coating inspection lab;

Led yield improvement project and reduced the reject rate from ~10% to < 2% (second lowest within all production units of Sandvik Coromant) in ca. 2 years;

Led implementation of new coating processes;

Coordinated with the Maintenance Engineers to develop a preventative maintenance plan to maintain the equipment as required for the coating production lines;

Worked with QA personnel for preparation and updating of departmental documentation for internal/external audit.

09/1990 – 04/1997 Assistant Researcher, Materials Research Lab

Research Institute of Physical and Chemical Engineering of Nuclear Industry, Tianjin, China

Participated in research projects on improvement of mechanical properties of high strength steels and aluminum alloys.

Conducted measurement of mechanical properties including yield strength, tensile strength, and fracture toughness.

Provided technical suggestions on product failure mode analysis based on metallographic study of microstructure.

US Work authorization: Legally authorized to work for any employer in the US.

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