chemist

William H. Lucas, III

**** ********* ** *** # ***, Memphis, TN 38115

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Cellular: 901-***-****

Alternate phone: 901-***-****

Objective

To obtain an entry/mid level position in the chemical/biochemical field that will allow me to grow as a scientist and provide me with the work experience that utilizes my academic background.

Experience

Lab Director

1/2008 – 11/2008 Tougaloo College, Tougaloo, MS

•Responsible for the maintenance of analytical instrumentation, the ordering of chemical supplies, and implementing a safety hygiene plan. I also served as an independent grant writer for the science department.

Research Associate

8/2007 – 1/2008 Jackson State University, Jackson, MS

NMR analysis of macrocylic anion binding Molecules

Algebra Instructor

1/2007 - 9/2007 Jackson Public Schools, Jackson, MS

Developed a curriculum that incorporated technical, theoretical, and analytical skills into the classroom.* Participated in several workshops to increase parent/teacher and student/teacher involvement.* Wrote grants to finance new laboratory equipment.

Chemistry/Physics Instructor

8/2004 - 6/2006 Memphis City Schools, Memphis, TN

Chemistry Teacher. Developed a curriculum that incorporated technical, theoretical, and analytical skills into the classroom. Introduced students to current laboratory techniques in the field of DNA science, Spectroscopy, and the preparation of detailed laboratory notebooks. Participated in several workshops to increase parent/teacher and student/teacher involvement. Wrote grants to finance new laboratory equipment.

QA Chemist

6/2003 - 6/2004 Drexel Chemical, Tunica, MS

Performing in-process and finished good testing of various pesticides, fungicides, and herbicides. GC, LC, and wet chemistry techniques.

QC Chemist II

1/2002 - 6/2002 Cardinal Health Care, Winchester, KY

HPLC,AA, and a variety of wet chemistry techniques used to analyze different drugs during final inspection.

Drug analyst

10/2000 - 8/2001 Eurofins Scientific, Memphis, TN

Providing analytical testing results to various companies and consulting firms. Using various instrumental and wet chemistry test to analyze drugs administered to animals. Equipment used includes a variety of LC's, and GC's. Responsible for the accurate reporting of test results to the consumer in a timely manner.

Chemistry Instructor

12/1999 - 5/2000 State Technical college, Memphis TN,

Developed a technology based class devoted to new technology and laboratory skills. Served as an academic counselor to students.

QA Chemist

11/1999 - 5/2000 Cargill Laboratories, Memphis TN,

Maintained proper pH, enzyme, and ion levels through out the process.§ Used HPLC,GC, AA, and titrations to evaluate the syrup products. § Worked in a team to develop projects that would improve production

6/1998 - 12/1999 Antech Diagnostic Laboratories, Southaven, MS, United States

Analyzed animal serum for the presence of various IgGs.* Tested for the presence of various enzymes using spectroscopic instrumentation. Trained new employees on proper documentation and lab procedures.

1998 - 1999 Memphis City Schools, Memphis, TN, United States

Developed a curriculum that incorporated technical, theoretical, and analytical skills into the classroom. Introduced students to current laboratory techniques in the field of DNA science, Spectroscopy, and the preparation of detailed laboratory notebooks. Participated in several workshops to increase parent/teacher and student/teacher involvement. Wrote grants to finance new laboratory equipment.

Lab Assistant

1996 - 1998 Delta State University, Cleveland, MS, United States

Performed immunological techniques to isolate various IgGs and other biologically important proteins.* Used biochemical techniques involving; electrophoresis, column chromatography, restriction enzymes, and various plasmids to amplify DNA by PCR methods.* Responsible for the preparation of buffer solutions, DEAE cellulose filters, immunodiffusion apparatuses and the operation of computer based PCR and U.V.spectrophotometeric devices, in conjunction with the usage of commercial centrifuges and dialysis equipment.

Education

5/1998 Delta State University, Cleveland, MS

Master's Degree Natural Science Degree with a GPA of 3.8. Thesis based on studies on Nitric Oxide

2/1996 Delta State University, Cleveland, MS

B.S., Chemistry, Delta State University, Cleveland, MS 1996 (2.8 GPA)

Affiliations

3/1995 - Present American Chemical Society Member

References

Furnished upon request

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