Spectroscopy Analytical Chemist

• Aug 2020 - Present

Graduate Research Assistant

• Oct 2015 - Jul 2020

• Research Boron Nitride Nanomaterial dispersions in surfactant and polymer solutions by conducting analyses with a variety of microscopy, spectroscopy, and other analytical techniques• Manage multiple, diverse projects focused on Boron Nitride Nanomaterials investigation and conduct experiments and analyses for collaborators throughout Rice and from various institutions. • Collaborate with a diverse, cross-institutional team focused on Boron Nitride Nanotube manufacturing and purification.• Responsible for interdepartmental TGA-MS instrument and many lab instruments, including maintenance, troubleshooting, and training of users • Train all lab members in standard operating procedures and safety standards as the lab’s safety manager• Communicate research orally at national and local conferences and through several publications• Edit all technical reports published by the lab – journal articles, grant applications, etc.• Awarded Norman Hackerman Fellowship in Chemistry Show less

Graduate Teaching Assistant in Inorganic and Organic Chemistry

• Aug 2015 - May 2020

• Trained over 80 undergraduate students in organic and inorganic laboratory techniques and subject matter• Lead inorganic chemistry discussion sessions for 45 students to enhance their understanding of the material• Mentored 2 first-year graduate students in teaching practices as the lead TA for inorganic chemistry lab - honored with teaching award due to outstanding student reviews• Encourage safety culture within the lab and ensure students are working safely

Undergraduate Research Assistant

• Aug 2012 - May 2015

• Investigated the catalysis of hydrosilylation reactions of small, organic molecules with organometallic compounds of abundant, first-row transition metals• Published first-author publication and presented research at multiple local and national conferences

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

• Aug 2012 - Dec 2012

Assisted graduate teaching assistant in the instruction and grading for one 24-student laboratory section of Biology I

Residential Tutor

• Aug 2012 - May 2013

Tutored Texas Tech freshmen and sophomores in General Chemistry, Calculus, and Biology Tutored Texas Tech freshmen and sophomores in General Chemistry, Calculus, and Biology