A b r a h a m A m o a t e n g A s a m o a h
• ** Tiara Street, Amasaman • +233-***-**-**** • ️abrahamamoaten@gmail.com •
https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-asamoah-504758137 To contribute meaningfully to the energy sector by leveraging my academic background in petroleum chemistry and oil refining, combined with hands-on experience in refining operations and analytical techniques, to optimize processes and promote sustainable energy solutions in Ghana. E x p e r i ence
JUNE 2020 – AUGUST 2020
Intern Achinsk Refinery Achinsk, Russia
• Gained hands-on experience with fluid catalytic cracker (FCC) operations, monitoring crude oil refining processes.
• Participated in the analysis of crude oil samples, focusing on the composition of heavy fractions.
• Assisted in quality control by analyzing intermediate and final refinery products.
• Worked alongside engineers to troubleshoot and optimize refining processes. SEPTEMBER 2017 – AUGUST 2019
Chemistry Teacher Forces Senior High School Burma Camp, Ghana
• Delivered engaging chemistry lessons tailored to different learning levels.
• Conducted laboratory sessions, fostering practical skills in students.
• Collaborated with colleagues to organize science-focused events and mentored students preparing for examinations.
• Supervised campus cleaning routines to ensure a conducive learning environment. S k i l l s
• Analytical Techniques: Expertise in UV-VIS Spectroscopy, FTIR Spectroscopy, and Chromatographic Methods for material characterization and chemical analysis.
• Data Analysis & Visualization: Proficient in Python, SQL, R, Power BI, MATLAB, and Excel for data analytics, process modeling, and visualization.
• Process Simulation & Engineering Tools: Skilled in Aspen HYSYS for process simulations and AutoCAD for engineering design and drafting.
• Refining Operations: Hands-on experience with fluid catalytic cracking processes and quality control procedures in refinery operations.
• Project Management: Adept at planning, executing, and managing research projects with strict adherence to timelines and attention to detail.
E ducation
JULY 2021
MS Petroleum Chemistry and Oil Refining Siberian Federal University Krasnoyarsk, Russia
• Thesis: Investigation of Asphaltenes’ Structure and Properties of West Siberian Crude Oils.
• Coursework Included: Deep Oil Refining Processes, Industrial Catalysis, Feedstock Composition Evaluation, Chemical Process Modeling, Petrochemicals Production Processes, and Technology of Processing Heavy oil, Bitumen and Residue.
MAY 2017
BSc Chemistry University of Cape Coast Cape Coast, Ghana
• Thesis: Solvatochromism of Substituted Phenols in Polar Protic and Aprotic Solvents.
• Coursework Included: Organic Chemistry, Thermodynamics, and Main Group Chemistry. Certifications
• ALX AiCE - AI Career Essentials – April 2024
• World Education Services (WES) Evaluation – January 2023 Activities
Environmental Conservation • Sustainable Energy • Teaching & Mentoring • Volunteering • Travel