Experience

• 

  W. R. Grace

  • United States
  • Chemical Manufacturing
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Analytical Chemist

    • Nov 2022 - Present

  • Senior Technician Specialist

    • Apr 2021 - Nov 2023

  • Technician Specialist

    • May 2017 - Apr 2021

    Performs a series of routine and specialized analytical tests including GC-MS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, XRD, XRF, UV-VIS, LECO Carbon & Sulfur Analysis, Surface Area Analysis to support the Process Technology & Engineering Department, R&D Chemists, and Technical Sales Managers.Maintains, troubleshoot, and calibrates laboratory equipment to ensure operations are continuous. Collaborates on projects and communicates critical information amongst supervisors of Xray Lab, Chemistry Lab, and Equilibrium Catalyst Lab. Utilizes Statistical Process Control methods to ensure optimal laboratory operations, meet customer expectations, and maintain a quality driven environment.Develops instructional training videos and manuals for lab equipment and testing methods. Executes diagnosis and troubleshooting of non-conforming lab results.Creates and reviews Job Safety Analysis and reviews Standard Operating Procedures. Assists in method and instrumentation validation. Operates with a safety-oriented mindset to ensure compliance with all Environmental, Health and Safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures.

• 

  Towson University

  • Towson, MD

  • Stream Ecology Research Lead

    • Jan 2015 - May 2016
    • Towson, MD

    Geological, biological, and chemical response variables at five local streams were surveyed to determine the degree of urbanization effects ● Measured abiotic and biotic characteristics of streams and compared results to data from 2002● Researched scientific journals of urban stream ecology ● Presented research at the Maryland Water Monitoring Council’s Conference in 2015● Wrote a 30 page technical report summarizing and analyzing findings of research

• 

  Cylburn Arboretum Association

  • Baltimore, MD

  • Mapping Intern

    • Jun 2015 - Aug 2015
    • Baltimore, MD

    Identified trees and woody vegetation to species level. Verified that plant location correlated with GIS generated map of horticultural zone. Recorded inconsistencies with the institutes map and horticultural zone for revision. Planned and organized volunteer invasive vine removal workdays.