Brett J. Powers
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Gilbert, AZ 85297 ***********@*****.***
EDUCATION
University of New Mexico College of Arts & Sciences – Bachelors Degree in Chemistry Minor in Geology 2006-2011
RELEVANT COURSE WORK
Relevant courses completed to date include Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry (Analytical, Physical, Organic and In-Organic, Biochemistry, Environmental Chem, GeoChem), Computers (Microsoft, Excel, Word, Power Point, PhreeqC, VMinteq, Tenua, GWChart, GWB), Geology (Mineralogy, Solar systems, Mars-space travel, Oil Exploration, GeoChem of H2O ), English 101, 102, Math (College Algebra, Trigonometry, Advanced Algebra, Calculus 1&2), Physics 1&2, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish
WORK EXPERIENCE
Lab Technician for Chemistry Department – University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, New Mexico, January 2009 to July 2011 – Prep and maintenance of Chemicals & Instruments (solution dilution of hazardous material) (IR, GC, UV-vis, Water cooler and Slurpie systems, Rotovap , magnetic stir bar hot plates, Mel-temps, Scales). Order chemicals and supplies. Disposal of Hazardous material (chemical waste). Key & Change Locks. Fabricate equipments as needed. Assist lab teacher with check in and check out. Sell glass ware and other lab materials. Watch lab teachers and students for safety concerns and experimental problems. Make general lab announcements to lab teachers and students.
Lab Specimen Technician for Quest Diagnostics – Albuquerque, New Mexico, August 2007 to June 2011 – Diagnostic specimen testing, measuring, logging, receiving and shipping to include UN 3373 Biological Specimen B; blood born pathogens; HIPAA-CLIA safety, security and confidentiality; dry ice CO2 packing and shipping.
Lab Technician for Clinical Trials Center of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico, December 2007 to June 2008 – New lab configuration and layout; receive, collect, test, pack and ship infectious, blood borne pathogen infected specimens; record keeping of medical trial studies.
Bartender for Tucanos Bar & Grill – Albuquerque, New Mexico, January 2006 to June 2007 – Mix drinks for patrons; handle cash and credit card transactions for payment of drinks; Keep stock of alcohol and clean the entire bar.
References
Jessica Padilla 505-***-**** John Bauer 505-***-****
Sheryl Sizemore 505-***-**** PhD Lisa Whalen 505-***-****