PIXE Lab Director
Resume:
Amy Michelle Hall
Lexington, KY 40511
Home Email: **********@*****.***
Cell Phone: 270-***-****
Objective:
To work in a team oriented environment; which utilizes my unique education and experiences, as well as present opportunities in which to learn new skills to be a more productive contributor.
Education:
2004 Graduate of Campbellsville University
Bachelor of Science Degree
Majoring in Chemistry and Biology, with minors in Math and Secondary
Education
Summa Cum Laude Graduate, 3.9 GPA
2004 Chemistry Award
2004 Biology Award
2004 Secondary Education Award
2004 American Chemical Society Outstanding Chemistry Student at
Campbellsville University
President of local Alpha Beta chapter of Sigma Zeta
1999 Graduate of Taylor County High School
Valedictorian, with 4.0 GPA
Hall of Fame Senior & Active Leadership Roles in various clubs & organizations
1998 Kentucky Governor’s Scholar
Instrumentation/Research:
Proficient with standard laboratory equipment, i.e. light microscopes; water baths; incubators; autoclaves; dry ovens; hot plates; analytical balances; pH, temperature, and conductance meters; glassware; and centrifuge.
Experienced in the following instruments: PIXE, mixer/agate mill, cryogentic mixer mill, Nametre Viscoliner, BrookfieldViscometer, AccuSizer 780 Optical Particle Sizer, NAS 35 Nanotrac AutoSampler, Microtrac/Nanotrac 150, Surface Tensiomat 21, CM-3600d Spectrophotometer, PC-Titrate by Man-Tech, Phoenix 8000 UV-Persulfate TOC Analyzer, QuikChem IC+FIA Lachat 8000Series, 2100AW Turbidimeter, Westco Discrete Analyzer, brief work on Zeta Potential.
Conducted experiments involving distillation, oxidation, and ultrafilitration apparatus.
Skills and Qualifications:
Organize and evaluate data
Obtain new information and skills quickly
Attention to detail and problem solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Excels under pressure
Work independently or as part of team to achieve a common goal
Excellent ability to communicate orally and in written form
Manual dexterity and ability to manipulate tools
Work History:
Elemental Analysis, Inc.
JUNE 2008-PRESENT
PIXE Laboratory Director/QC Manager
In charge of day-to-day operations of PIXE laboratory.
Responsibility for installing/maintenance/operation of lab and relevant equipment and time management with regard to sample priority.
Hire, train, and supervise all lab personnel.
All lab personnel are under the supervision of the lab director, which includes work schedules and work assignments. Responsible for training new personnel on sample prep, methodology of PIXE, instrument analysis and maintenance. Conduct personnel reviews to discuss area of improvement and/or concern.
Analyze and interpret PIXE data to generate reports for clients based on sample type and/or special request.
Utilize GUPIX program to quantify concentration of various elements found in a sample. Apply statistical methods to determine whether to include trace elements in a report. Note and explain any interferences of energy lines with sales personnel and/or clients.
Responsible for inventory of all lab equipment and supplies.
Contact vendors on a regular basis to order basic lab supplies, i.e. beakers, pipets, filters, polycarbonate tubes, etc. Schedule gas deliveries as needed depending on workload. Constantly investigating new equipment that would increase production of PIXE laboratory.
In charge of all QC aspects of the lab.
Maintain regular QC samples to verify blank values and instrument validity. Organize all QC records to easy access. Maintain all personnel training information and all laboratory procedures. Update and revise SOP’s as needed.
First-line of communication for sales personnel or client questions/assistance.
Interface daily with sales personnel on ability of instrument to analyze a particular sample and energy interferences. Communication to answer client questions via phone and email. Direct line of contact with company President and Financial Officer/HR Manager.
KY Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet, Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Environmental Services, Inorganic Branch, Standard Test Section
APRIL 2007-JULY 2008
Chemist II
Perform standard tests on water samples sent from throughout the state,
test include: Conductivity, pH, acidity, acidity digestion, alkalinity, chloride, fluoride, IC, TOC(total organic carbon), BOD (Biochemical Oxygen Demand), ammonia, nitrate, nitrite, sulfate, ortho-phosphrus, settable solids, & turbidity.
Collect and report all data to direct supervisor via a LabWorks program.
Organize, batch, and tag all samples, flag any quality control outliers, document any sample preparation changes.
Work directly with outside vendors on instrument maintenance and setup.
Worked one-on-one with ManTech vendor representative to effectively install a TISAB pump to apparatus to create new calibration and analysis method for fluoride, which was a cost reduction application; and learn various capabilities not currently utilized.
Implement new ammonia method, procedure updates to minimize contamination of system, while working directly with Westco vendor representative.
Implement methods detailed in Standard Operating Procedures and
make changes when necessary. Currently have suggested modifications to six SOP’s, all were implemented.
Lexmark International, contracted through Analyst International
SEPT 2005-APRIL 2007
Senior Chemical Technician
Provide technical support for engineers or scientists working in such areas
as research, development, and testing.
Raw materials development, stability of inks and ink components, inkjet print testing of developmental inks, lab and instrument
maintenance.
Collect and analyze data gathered during experiments and input in an
Excel format for group presentations.
Create spreadsheets for ink formulations and experiment data results, grade inkjet print testing of developmental inks, scanned
and convert color gamut files and input data, highly organized all
projects and files for easy reference.
Work on both individual and team experiments to gather information in a
desired time frame.
Assumed new task and responsibilities when team was short-
handed, willingness to assist co-workers when time available,
ambitious to accept new roles and responsibilities.
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