Experience

• George Mason University

  Graduate Research Assistant

  Developed and validated extraction method and trace analysis method for target molecules of
  murine plasma samples for tandem gas chromatography and mass spectrometry analysis. Compiled, analyzed, and maintained data records for electronic data processing. Responsible for the supervision of subordinate personnel and provided technical assistance. Performed routine maintenance on Agilent 7890A/5975C GC – MS: Maintained, installed, and conditioned GC-columns; Inspected, maintained, and cleaned EI-Detector/Ion-source and its various parts.
  

• Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center

  Research Technician III

  Exclusively developed and validated derivatization of metabolites extraction and analysis method
  to generate scientifically sound and legally defensible laboratory data. Standardized methodologies for equipment setup, sample and data analysis, and data reporting. Supervised, scheduled and monitored preventive maintenance for multiple instrumentation. Responsible for the supervision of subordinate personnel and provided technical assistance. Performed routine maintenance on Waters Xevo UPLC G2-S QToF and Leco Pegasus GC-ToF. Performed administrative and lab manager duties

• ALM's Children Church

  Student Assistant

  and Teacher Stand-in
  Assisted with and participated during group activities
  Oversee children and assist younger student with assignment
  
  Vacation Bible School
  Assisting with lesson preparations
  Teacher stand-in
  Activity Coordinator

• George Mason University - College of Science

  Graduate Teaching Assistant

  General Chemistry Lab instructor. Supervised 3 laboratories (~20 students each), prepared reagents, assisted hazardous waste disposal and enforced laboratory rules. Assisted with chemistry course development and educational development by instructing students on theory behind experiments as well as safety precautions and evaluating reports.

• Diversified Laboratories Inc.

  Primary Analytical Chemist

  Responsible for handling daily analytical operations, learning and implementing analytical
  instrumentation and software in the GC laboratory, and assisting in standards preparation and testing. Learned and assisted in the improvement of the analytical instrumentation and software used for
  data analysis and processing laboratory control standards in the GC laboratory. Learned and assisted the development of new screening methods. Assisted in controlling consumables and supplies for the instruments in the analytical department. Assisted in preparation of standards for the routine screens in the analytical department. Worked closely with the sample preparation department ensuring quality control is maintained. Learned and assisted the Laboratory Director in improvement of the analytical operations.