Experience

MGC Pure Chemicals America, Inc.

• United States
• Chemical Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• R&D Chemist

  • 2012 - Present

  Mesa, AZ



Applied Biosystem

• R&D/Production Chemist

  • 2011 - 2012

  Foster city • Highly involved new products development activities for buffers and teams, generated new products and processes. • Responsible for accurately manufacturing the products and components that comprise various production kits, including all production reagents, taking raw materials through to bottled and labeled finished goods. • Formulated complex reagents and conducted the associated testing to ensure their compliance with required specifications



Nanosys

• R&D Chemist

  • 2009 - 2010

  • Supported new products development team’s activities to generate new products and processes, which met both customer and internal requirements. • Accurately recorded and documented all laboratory activities in accordance with QSR, cGMP and ISO 9000/14000 specifications. • Improved quantum dots scale-up, optimized the purification process, aided in technology transfer and validated production processes and procedures.



Chevron

• United States
• Oil and Gas
• 700 & Above Employee

• R&D Chemist

  • 2008 - 2009

  Major responsibilities were synthesis (Polymerization) of Poly Isobutylene in a Glove Box. Set up Chiller, Glove box and Glass reactor to appropriate conditions to perform DOE for synthesis of PIB. Collaborated with supervisor to established objectives, milestones, and timelines for completion. Reported progress and results to Supervisor on a regular basis. Coordinated tasks and functions with other staff members in a cohesive, effective manner. Maintained good housekeeping, safety… Show more Major responsibilities were synthesis (Polymerization) of Poly Isobutylene in a Glove Box. Set up Chiller, Glove box and Glass reactor to appropriate conditions to perform DOE for synthesis of PIB. Collaborated with supervisor to established objectives, milestones, and timelines for completion. Reported progress and results to Supervisor on a regular basis. Coordinated tasks and functions with other staff members in a cohesive, effective manner. Maintained good housekeeping, safety practices to Chevron standard at all times. Show less



Life Technologies

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 700 & Above Employee

• Production Chemist

  • 2007 - 2008

  Scaled-up manufacturing of oligonucleotide and simultaneously carried out Synthesis of DNA in 12 Synthesizers (model # 3900). Accurately operated at a consistent and exemplary level of efficiency, producing high quality and accurate results. Routinely operates to QSR, GLP, ISO and safety guidelines.



POLYMER TECHNOLOGY GROUP

• R&D Chemist

  • 2005 - 2006

  Scaled-up R&D Organic chemistry synthesis work for new product development of eye contact lenses manufacturing solutions for Fortune 500 companies. Established and maintained lines of communication to ensure the timely and accurate flow of information. Regularly interacted with QA/QC, Production, Planning and R&D. Participated in new product/process transfer. Ensured required documentation completed. Collaborated with R&D/ process development to establish transfer timelines consistent… Show more Scaled-up R&D Organic chemistry synthesis work for new product development of eye contact lenses manufacturing solutions for Fortune 500 companies. Established and maintained lines of communication to ensure the timely and accurate flow of information. Regularly interacted with QA/QC, Production, Planning and R&D. Participated in new product/process transfer. Ensured required documentation completed. Collaborated with R&D/ process development to establish transfer timelines consistent with targeted introduction date. Employed lean manufacturing practices to improve manufacturing operation, reduced waste, improved efficiencies, and reduced cycle time. Show less



DUPONT ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY

• R&D/Formulation Chemist II

  • 1999 - 2004

  Planed and conducted research to generate basic knowledge in semiconductor cleaning and potential new cleaning/etching products. Participated in Patent application and product commercialization (EKC630, 640,650), which were generated $10-12M per year. Recognized for strong work ethic and leadership, awarded promotion within a year.