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GEORGE KIPLIMO SAMOEI, PH.D.
Knightdale NC 27545
*******@*****.***
US Permanent Resident
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RESEARCH SCIENTIST
Dedicated and disciplined professional with Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry and more than 7 years of laboratory research experience. Extensive, hands-on experience in organic and polymer synthesis and process chemistry. Proficient in use of various modern analysis techniques; skillfully conduct NMR, MS, LC-MS, HPLC, nanoACQUITY UPLC, UV-Vis, IR and exhibit proficiency using thermal analyzers (DSC, TGA and DMA). Proven success in designing and implementing methods that improved reliability of results and enhanced capabilities for biomarker identification.
Dynamic, resourceful researcher, who exhibits exceptional analytical abilities and superior written and verbal communication skills. Conducted studies featured in several leading scientific publications. Valued, trusted, and respected contributor who works well independently and in collaborate lab settings. Approach challenges with creativity and innovation, while ensuring all actions comply with appropriate regulations and laboratory protocols. U.S. permanent resident with full work authorization.
EDUCATION
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Doctor of Philosophy in Organic Chemistry • Portland State University – Portland, OR, 2008
• Dissertation: “Development and investigation of unique organic materials to detect disease biomarkers.”
• Emphasis: To develop fundamental chemistry that enables new technology for understanding and treating major diseases via the design and synthesis of new organic and organometallic compounds
• Research group transferred from Louisiana State University to Portland State University in May, 2007.
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry v Kenyatta University – Nairobi, Kenya, 1998
• Emphasis: Development of new emerging class of trioxane as anti-malarial agents.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER, New Orleans, LA • 2009-Present
--Post-Doctoral Fellow
Investigate novel fluoride releasing/recharging ligands and fluorinated silane coupling compounds, which are used to formulate biomaterials. New ligands are polymerizable organic compounds, which effectively chelate zirconium and form strong ternary complexes with fluoride. Initial results enhance higher degree of fluoride exchange (release/recharge) compared to other commercial products. Design experiments in accordance with study protocols and GLPs. Maintain detailed laboratory records and present findings to supervising scientist.
PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY, Portland, OR • 2007-2008
--Research Assistant (Advisor: Professor Robert M. Strongin)
Conducted research on homocysteine and homocysteine thiolactone as disease biomarker. Project involved synthesis of homocysteine-based molecules (homocysteine diketopiperazine and derivatives, lysine-homocystiene peptide and cysteine-homocysteine peptide) as standard references in monitoring reactions using HPLC and LC-MS.
• Research efforts were featured in publication Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), in 2010.
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY, Baton Rouge, LA • 2003-2007
--Research and Teaching Assistant (Advisor: Professor Robert M. Strongin)
Designed and synthesized new, highly sensitive methyl methacrylate-based materials for selective glucose sensing in human subjects. Analyzed rhodamine- and fluorescein-based derivative dyes with specific signal for range of mono- and oligosaccharides. Investigated organometallic complexes (lanthanides- and europium-salophenes complexes) to detect neutral sugars and lipids. Ligands were found to chelate several metals (Fe, Zr, Cu, La, Eu) and may serve as potential therapeutics for cancer. Supervised, instructed, and mentored up to 20 students per semester for multiple Chemistry classes. Developed assignments and lab activities, graded examinations, and provided individualized assistance as needed.
• Supported professor’s writing of NIH grant and drafted independent grant proposals as component of Ph.D. qualifying exams (Were you successful in securing any grants?)
• Research efforts were published in Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 2006, and in Journal of American Chemical Society, 2006.
JOMO KENYATTA FOUNDATION, Nairobi, Kenya • 2002-2003
--Marketing Officer
Performed broad range of marketing duties for nonprofit organization committed to advancement of education in Kenya. Maintained data regarding market demands of clients.
• Established market for company’s facilities, which increased market share, enhanced profitability and improved competitiveness in neighboring countries.
KOTEC PHARMACEUTICALS, Nairobi, Kenya • 1999-2002
--Data Entry Associate / Analyst
Collaborated with team of pharmacists to develop guidelines for all pharmaceutical products marketed in Kenya. Maintained accurate and up-to-date records for all products. Disseminated critical health information to pharmaceutical distributors in Kenya.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS & PUBLICATIONS
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Member, American Chemical Society (ACS).
M.S. Vazquez, J.O. Escobedo, S. Lim, G.K. Samoei, Robert M. Strongin. “Homocystamides promote free-radical and oxidative damage to proteins.” Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, (2010). 107-551.
G.K. Samoei, W. Wang, Jorge O. Escobedo, X. Xu, H-J, Schneider, Robert L. Cook, Robert M. Strongin. “A Chemomechanical Polymer that Functions in Blood Plasma with High Glucose Selectivity.” Angewandte Chemie International Edition. (2006), 45, 5319.
S. Jiang, J.O. Escobedo, K.K. Kim, O. Alptuerk, G.K. Samoei, S.O. Fakayode, I.M. Warner, O. Rusin, R. M. Strongin. “Stereochemical and Regiochemical Trends in the Selective Spectrophotometric Detection of Saccharides.” Journal of American Chemical Society, (2006), 128, 12221.
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
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• Spectroscopic: NMR, MS, FT-IR, UV-Vis and Thermal Analyzers (DSC, TGA, DMA).
• Chromatographic: UPLC, HPLC, LC-MS and Column Chromatography.
• Chemistry Software: Agilent ChemStation (for HPLC and LC-MS), MassLynx Software (for UPLC, LC/MS), ChemDraw, SciFinder, ISI Web of Knowledge, and MestReNova LITE.
• Other: MS Office Suite; C++; FileMaker; and QuarkXPress.
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