Darrick Davis
Focused Research Analyst
CONTACT
ad318j@r.postjobfree.com
Summary
Experienced and Resourceful Chemist offering 8 years of expertise in Research, Analyst and improving operations. Successful in analyzing and interpreting scientific data when researching, performing tests and compiling reports based on findings. Focused on delivering most appropriate solutions by fully understanding specific needs through on-site observations and tests. Expert in researching and comprehending patent information, reference literature and scientific data. Professional and team-oriented in working with the Research team for product development. Meticulous Data Analyst with 10 years of experience driving business success. Proven ability to gather and analyze requirements and translate needs to project teams. Dedicated to continuing professional growth through training.
SKILLS
Performing lab tests
Calibration skills
Chemical handling
Product development
Critical thinking
Active listening
People skills
Work ethic
Planning experiments
Forecasting ability
Statistic analysis expertise
Experience in leadership
Quantitative skills
EXPERIENCE
DATABASE ANALYST/TRAINING COORDINATOR 06/2014 -Current
United Planners Financial - Scottsdale, AZ
Evaluates existing systems and/or user needs to analyze, design, recommend, and implement system changes. Configured and supported internal and/or external networks. Developed and maintained all systems, applications, security, and network configurations. Troubleshoots Data integrity by making queries to the Database. Determine changes in the physical database by studying project requirements and characteristics such as location, amount of space and access methods. Monitored performance and status of internal hardware systems and software efficiency. Collected information by meeting with database architects and administrators to determine client system limitations for capacity and load for internal data processing Planned and led training programs on staff development to enhance employee knowledge, engagement, satisfaction, and performance. Analyzed employees' skill levels and implemented new techniques to boost staff knowledge. Presented training information via role playing, simulations and team exercises. Conducted evaluations of training courses uncover areas in need of improvement. Created powerful training course objectives, course content and written materials. Managed training calendar for the entire fiscal year, including setting course plans, training spaces and department rotations. Created testing and evaluation procedures to assess performance before, during and after training sessions. Designed training modules implementing strategic business practices and organizational behavior training concepts. Led training classes and recorded instruction for later use.
LEAD ANALYTICAL RESEARCH CHEMIST 02/2015 - 2019
Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics - Phoenix, AZ
Conducted quality control tests and directed test procedures.Supervised project production efforts to ensure projects were completed to company standards, on time and within budget constraints.Improved formulas and processes to increase efficiency.Supervised several chemical processing plant employees to verify overall quality of materials.Assessed safety methods and procedures, determining new ways to promote better workplace protections.Created new formulas and compounds to meet various customer needs.Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
CHEMICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 06/2012 - 06/2014
FBI - Phoenix, AZ
Calibrated and validated laboratory equipment and instrumentation every Day. Ordered supplies, inventoried chemicals and materials and summarized and recorded data to meet control and research requirements.
Monitored packaging and storage of hazardous materials and waste to comply with laboratory, state, and federal safety regulations.
Formulated and tested product functionality to meet specified requirements and long-term success. Conducted normal and specialized tests to show behaviors and properties of gasses, liquids, and solids. Completed standardized and groundbreaking tests on inorganic and organic
compounds and wrote batching formulas on approved laboratory formulations. Created chemical compound techniques and prepared materials for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
EDUCATION
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Science
Chemistry, 01/2006
Dolor Sit Amet
ASU - Tempe, AZ Master of Science
Chemical Physics, 12/2013