Analytical Chemist Quality Control

JOEL ONYANCHA

Johnson City, TN ***** • 423-***-**** • ***************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Analytical Chemist with robust experience in quality control, instrumental analysis, and method development in pharmaceutical and research environments. Proficient with GC, GC-MS, HPLC, and Karl Fischer Titration. Demonstrated success in raw material and finished goods testing, lab equipment calibration, and GMP-compliant documentation. Former Laboratory Analyst at GSK and current Graduate Research Assistant at ETSU with a strong safety and quality mindset. Experienced in maintaining audit-ready laboratories and cross-functional collaboration to improve product quality.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Analytical Techniques: GC-MS, GC-FID, HPLC, UV-Vis

• Software: ChemStation, Microsoft Excel

• Compliance: GMP, GLP, USP, EP, FDA standards

• Lab Support: Instrument calibration, SOPs, equipment maintenance, data analysis

• Communication: Technical reports, method validation protocols, training sessions RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Johnson City, TN Graduate Research Assistant, Chemistry Aug 2023 – May 2025

• Developed and validated GC-MS methods for analysis of high-purity solvents and hydrocarbons.

• Operated and maintained GCMS Q2010 Plus and SRI GC with temperature programming and calibration routines.

• Documented findings in electronic lab notebooks and maintained detailed records for reproducibility and audit purposes.

• Assisted in method development and troubleshooting analytical challenges. Graduate Teaching Assistant, Chemistry Dept. Aug 2023 – May 2025

• Provided hands-on instruction in GC-MS and FTIR to undergraduate students.

• Ensured lab safety and compliance with SOPs, assisted in preparing analytical labs. GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Nairobi, Kenya

Laboratory Analyst Sept 2012 – Dec 2014

• Performed conformance testing of raw materials and finished products using GC, UV- Vis, and wet chemistry techniques.

• Conducted routine equipment calibration and verification under GMP guidelines.

• Maintained SAP records and contributed to internal audits and lab inspections.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams in Quality Assurance and Production to resolve out-of-spec results.

KARLO Laboratories Embu, Kenya

Quality Control Analyst Jan 2015 – Aug 2018

• Led quality assessments of agricultural technologies and inputs.

• Developed testing protocols and SOPs for lab operations.

• Conducted internal audits and trained junior analysts in regulatory compliance and safety. EDUCATION

East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN

Master of Science in Chemistry (Graduate Assistantship) Aug 2023-May 2025 Kenyatta University Nairobi, Kenya

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Physics Aug 2007- Dec 2011 HONORS: ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND RESEARCH AWARD

East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN

YYY Award for Academic Excellence and Research April 2025 Recognized for outstanding performance in graduate-level coursework and significant contributions to research in cellulose-to-hydrocarbon conversion chemistry

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