Experience

Contra Costa College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Assistant Professor

  • Aug 2019 - Present



Diablo Valley College

• Pleasant Hill

• Adjunct Instructor

  • Aug 2017 - Aug 2019

  Instructed an introductory chemistry lecture and laboratory course that focused on developing a foundation of chemical knowledge and laboratory skills. Established activities, direct instruction, and assessment tools for students of diverse academic backgrounds to engage in a rigorous course of study that was challenging and relevant to multiple career aspirations. Instructed an introductory chemistry lecture and laboratory course that focused on developing a foundation of chemical knowledge and laboratory skills. Established activities, direct instruction, and assessment tools for students of diverse academic backgrounds to engage in a rigorous course of study that was challenging and relevant to multiple career aspirations.



Skyline High School

• Oakland, CA

• Chemistry Teacher

  • Aug 2017 - Jun 2018

  Sole instructor of the Advanced Placement Chemistry program for the school, which consisted of a mixed grade level classroom that relied on a rigorous assessment program, laboratory skills, and a commitment to student feedback. Designed and created curricula for a culturally diverse population of students at a Title 1 high school which utilized a combination of approaches in curricula development that incorporated Next Generation Science Standards to engage in an inquiry based, student driven… Show more Sole instructor of the Advanced Placement Chemistry program for the school, which consisted of a mixed grade level classroom that relied on a rigorous assessment program, laboratory skills, and a commitment to student feedback. Designed and created curricula for a culturally diverse population of students at a Title 1 high school which utilized a combination of approaches in curricula development that incorporated Next Generation Science Standards to engage in an inquiry based, student driven learning approach. Developed assessment tools applying project based learning design to evaluate content knowledge as well as important science and engineering practices. Show less Sole instructor of the Advanced Placement Chemistry program for the school, which consisted of a mixed grade level classroom that relied on a rigorous assessment program, laboratory skills, and a commitment to student feedback. Designed and created curricula for a culturally diverse population of students at a Title 1 high school which utilized a combination of approaches in curricula development that incorporated Next Generation Science Standards to engage in an inquiry based, student driven… Show more Sole instructor of the Advanced Placement Chemistry program for the school, which consisted of a mixed grade level classroom that relied on a rigorous assessment program, laboratory skills, and a commitment to student feedback. Designed and created curricula for a culturally diverse population of students at a Title 1 high school which utilized a combination of approaches in curricula development that incorporated Next Generation Science Standards to engage in an inquiry based, student driven learning approach. Developed assessment tools applying project based learning design to evaluate content knowledge as well as important science and engineering practices. Show less



George Washington University

• Washington DC

• PhD Candidate

  • Sep 2010 - May 2016

  Developed an electrochemical process to produce calcium oxide front calcium carbonate in molten carbonate electrolytes using non-precious metal elecrrodes. Minimized the energy requirements for the production of carbon from captured carbon dioxide in molten carbonates, decreasing the energy requirement by 60%. Utilized TEM, SEM, and EDS techniques to characterize the solid carbon product produced. Characterization allowed for the control of carbon product to form carbon nanofibers and carbon… Show more Developed an electrochemical process to produce calcium oxide front calcium carbonate in molten carbonate electrolytes using non-precious metal elecrrodes. Minimized the energy requirements for the production of carbon from captured carbon dioxide in molten carbonates, decreasing the energy requirement by 60%. Utilized TEM, SEM, and EDS techniques to characterize the solid carbon product produced. Characterization allowed for the control of carbon product to form carbon nanofibers and carbon nanofibers based on reaction conditions. Designed, fabricated, and tested a self-pressurize ngc.marvin@gmail.com electrolysis cell for the production of ammonia from water and atmospheric nitrogen that showed improved ammonia yield at a decreased electrolysis potential. Show less Developed an electrochemical process to produce calcium oxide front calcium carbonate in molten carbonate electrolytes using non-precious metal elecrrodes. Minimized the energy requirements for the production of carbon from captured carbon dioxide in molten carbonates, decreasing the energy requirement by 60%. Utilized TEM, SEM, and EDS techniques to characterize the solid carbon product produced. Characterization allowed for the control of carbon product to form carbon nanofibers and carbon… Show more Developed an electrochemical process to produce calcium oxide front calcium carbonate in molten carbonate electrolytes using non-precious metal elecrrodes. Minimized the energy requirements for the production of carbon from captured carbon dioxide in molten carbonates, decreasing the energy requirement by 60%. Utilized TEM, SEM, and EDS techniques to characterize the solid carbon product produced. Characterization allowed for the control of carbon product to form carbon nanofibers and carbon nanofibers based on reaction conditions. Designed, fabricated, and tested a self-pressurize ngc.marvin@gmail.com electrolysis cell for the production of ammonia from water and atmospheric nitrogen that showed improved ammonia yield at a decreased electrolysis potential. Show less



Captek Softgel International

• Chemist

  • Mar 2009 - Jul 2010

  Conducted intake and approval of mineral and specialty raw materials used for the production of dietary supplements. Raw materials were identified and purifies checked prior to encapsulation via a variety of wet-chemistry techniques and instrumental analysis including FT-IR and UV-VIS spectroscopy. Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy was performed on finished products to quantify the amount that of specific ingredients present to maintain the high quality of the produced supplement. Conducted intake and approval of mineral and specialty raw materials used for the production of dietary supplements. Raw materials were identified and purifies checked prior to encapsulation via a variety of wet-chemistry techniques and instrumental analysis including FT-IR and UV-VIS spectroscopy. Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy was performed on finished products to quantify the amount that of specific ingredients present to maintain the high quality of the produced supplement.



Griffith Observatory

• Museum Guide

  • Jul 2007 - Jul 2010

  Assisted patrons with understanding astronomy and chemistry related exhibits present in the museum. Conducted small group demonstrations and guides talks of exhibits. Acted as Lead Guide, to troubleshoot, record, and monitor any activity that occurred during the shift. Assisted patrons with understanding astronomy and chemistry related exhibits present in the museum. Conducted small group demonstrations and guides talks of exhibits. Acted as Lead Guide, to troubleshoot, record, and monitor any activity that occurred during the shift.