THALIA FERGUSON
Brunswick,Georgia *********@*****.***
PROFILE
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry graduate with experience in analytical and environmental testing, laboratory procedures, and regulatory compliance. Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong data analysis and documentation skills. Committed to supporting safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manufacturing operations through scientifically sound and compliance-focused practices.
EXPERIENCE
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
Upcycling PET Savannah, Georgia
AUG 2025 – DEC 2025
Conducted research and experiment on the catalytic depolymerization of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) from post-consumer water bottles under the guidance of a research advisor. Optimized reaction conditions to efficiently convert PET into monomers. Gained experience in green chemistry techniques, catalysis and spectroscopic analysis for product characterization.
NMR Spectroscopy Savannah, Georgia
JAN 2025-MAY 2025
Conducted NMR spectroscopy experiments, analyses and instrument logs to characterize compounds and assisted in data interpretation for a research project.
SALES ASSOCIATE
Omorphia Nassau, Bahamas
MAY 2023- AUG 2023 & MAY 2024 – AUG 2024
Contributed to the development of sales and customer service strategies while maintaining accurate inventory records for a new company dedicated to organic,
sustainable and inclusive beauty standards.
PHARMACEUTICAL ASSISTANT
The Community Pharmacy Nassau, Bahamas
JULY 2025 – AUG 2025
Gained foundational knowledge about pharmaceutical dispensaries and assisted with inventory tracking.
EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CHEMISTRY
Savannah State University Savannah, Georgia
DECEMBER 2025
Distinguished member of the university’s STEM volunteer club
Relevant coursework: Chemistry Research (Depolymerization), Organic Chemistry I & II, Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Instrumental Chemistry, Advanced Synthesis, Biochemistry, Physical Chemistry I & II, Medicinal Chemistry
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
St. Anne’s School Nassau, Bahamas
JUNE 2021
SKILLS
Microsoft City & Guilds First Class Pass Certification
Excel City & Guilds First Class Pass Certification
Rights to Know (RTK)- University of Georgia Environmental Health & Safety
Rights to Know (RTK) – University of Georgia Hazardous Waste Awareness
Mass & UV-VIS Spectroscopy, NMR, Chromatography, PET waste
Excellent Communication
Responsible & Reliable
Detail Oriented
EXTRACURRICULAR & VOLUNTEER WORK
The National Council of Negro Women Incorporated Savannah State Collegiate Chapter FEB 2024-DEC 2025
STEM Volunteer Club JAN 2024 – DEC 2025
Campus Activities Board JAN 2022 – DEC 2025
Savannah State University Residential Assistant JUL 2022- MAY 2024
The Youth Empowerment Program SEP 2020 – DEC 2025
The Orange Project SEP 2023-DEC 2023
Her Campus SEP 2023 – DEC 2023
The Bahamas Girl Guides Association SEP 2010 – DEC 2025