Chemist

Uzma H. Khawaja

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Education:

M.S. of Science - North Carolina A&T State University – 2001-2003

Chemistry, GPA: 3.78

Thesis Project: Use of Fluorescence and UV-Vis Spectroscopy to study GBR 12909 (a drug compound used for cocaine addiction) in Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate (SDS) environment.

M.S. of Science- University of Punjab – 1988-1990

Chemistry, GPA: 3.68

Thesis Project: Trace determination of Chromium in different Compounds by Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy.

B.S. of Science- University of Punjab – 1985-1987

Biology and Chemistry, GPA: 3.40

Experience:

• Trained analytical Chemist in Pharmaceutical environment (GMP, GLP, USP, HIPPA and NSF).

• Knowledge of developing & validating methods to test pharmaceutical raw materials, and finished products for strength, identity and, impurities by common methods.

• Knowledge of polymer and colloid chemistry.

• Conducted research work which was focused on developing medicine for cocaine addiction.

• Hands on experience on fluorometer, UV-visible Spectrophotometer, ICP-MS, NIR, Dissolution analyzer and other laboratory equipments.

• Knowledge of wet chemistry.

• Knowledge of aliquoting and extraction procedures such as Solid Phase Extractions (SPE), Ion Exchance Extractions, Positive Pressure Manifold Extractions (PPM) and Liquid/Liquid extractions.

• Taught chemistry & Biology to High School graduates for five years.

• Utilization of software packages such as Microsoft office, Lancelot, Cirrus, and chemdraw.

Employment:

Extraction Technician - Ameritox 2010 - Present

• Collected aliquots samples along with appropriate calibrators, controls, labeled columns, tubes and vials for each GC/MS and LC/MS/MS assay.

• Performed a chemical clean-up of the urine sample to isolate the drug of interest and removed biological impurities.

• Performed different extraction procedures such as Solid Phase Extractions (SPE), Ion Exchange Extraction, Positive Pressure Manifold Extractions (PPM) and Liquid/Liquid extractions.

• Performed an initial sample preparation for LC/MS/MS and GC/MS assay.

• Adhered HIPPA and to safety and work environment policies and guidelines.

• Prepared reagents and buffers according to SOPs.

Analytical Chemist - Neutraceutical Life Sciences - 2007- 2008

• Analyzed raw materials, in-process products and finished goods to ensure quality of the products.

• Developed and revised quality assurance test methods. Maintained compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies (FDA, NSF, and USP) as well as company SOPs.

• Operated, maintained, and troubleshooted instruments such as ICP-MS, NIR, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer, Dissolution analyzer and other laboratory equipments.

• Qualified new raw material suppliers and experimental raw materials for use in

the formulation of finished goods.

• Performed data interpretation and data reviews.

• Member of the company’s regulatory system by holding position of a section leader.

• Trained new laboratory personnel.

Chemistry Laboratory Tutor - North Carolina A&T State University, 2001-2003

• Assisted undergraduate chemistry students by teaching, coaching and giving demonstrations of procedures and techniques.

Science Teacher, Fauji Foundation School, Pakistan 1990-1996

• Taught chemistry and Biology to High school graduates.

References:

Furnished upon request.

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