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Street Address 0 Riverwood Dr.Sterling Heights, MI Street Address
EMAIL AVAILABLEPHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEJuly 9, Street Address
Christopher MorenoDiedre Moire Corporation, Inc.676 Route 70, Unit 6ALakehurst, NJ 08733Dear Mr. Moreno,I am writing to express my interest in the Consulting Chemist position (Job Code: 60961), as advertised. With over three years of experience in research and analytical laboratories specializing in Liquid Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry (LCMS), I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to your team and support your clients in achieving their analytical goals.In my most recent industrial role at Beckman Coulter, I have gained valuable experience in method development, instrument calibration, and maintenance of analytical instrumentation. I have a proven track record of training laboratory staff on equipment usage and troubleshooting, ensuring compliance with industry standards. My ability to develop and refine testing protocols has led to improved efficiency and accuracy in laboratory operations.What excites me most about this position is the prospect of collaborating with a diverse group of scientists and technicians, providing technical support that directly impacts their daily operations. I am particularly drawn to Diedre Moire Corporation's commitment to professional development and the opportunity to travel regionally to assist clients with their analytical challenges.Enclosed is my resume, which provides further details about my education, skills, and professional achievements. I am confident that my technical expertise, coupled with my strong communication and problem-solving skills, make me a valuable asset to your team.Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of discussing how my background, skills, and enthusiasm align with the goals of your client. Please feel free to contact me at PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE or via email at EMAIL AVAILABLE to schedule a convenient time for us to speak.Sincerely,Candidate's Name
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Sterling Heights, MI 48312 | PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE | EMAIL AVAILABLE | LINKEDIN LINK AVAILABLESenior Scientist
Chemist with background in medical diagnostics, organic synthesis, polymers & electrochemistry. Over ten years of experience with development work, manufacturing, maintenance, & writing. Active volunteer and teacher promoting science and chemistry in the community. Familiarity with quality, document control, validation, safety & maintenance in an ISO 9001:2015 facility.
Core StrengthsMeeting Facilitation | Budget Monitoring | Method Development | Waste Reduction | Recycling | Chromatography | Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) | Regulatory Affairs | Environment Science | CAPA | Validation | Consulting | Quality ControlExperienceBeckman Coulter, Southfield, MI 03/2010 05/2024Senior ScientistMy role involved overseeing several synthetic processes and making sure our site met its annual goals in providing reliable, on-time delivery of intermediate compounds for our best-selling reagent for medical diagnostics. Developed and implemented several major process improvements leading to decreased processing lead times and increased cost effectiveness. Reduced cycle times in overall process sequence by 27.7% and eliminated one synthesis altogether. Managed site s supply chain risk assessment program working regularly with procurement in assessing new sources for raw materials and assessing risks. Completely revamped site s risk matrix and automated many of the calculations using advanced Excel commands and coding. Oversaw equipment program within manufacturing department, with experience as interim site-wide equipment calibration expert 2013-2017. As interim calibration expert, provided 100% on-time delivery of out-of-tolerance reports and equipment calibrations working with contracted partners Performed chemical analysis and identification via NMR, UPLC/HPLC, UV/Vis Spectrometry, Luminometry and functional performance testing. Worked with a multidisciplinary team to improve testing and validate several pieces of equipment including two NMRs, several luminometers and two UV/Vis spectrometers. Implemented and lead lean sigma six projects, daily management and kaizen events utilizing lean manufacturing principles. Efforts such as value stream mapping provided several process improvement targets and helped aid in a reduce of drying times for multiple processes by 19.1% Managed several complex organic chemical synthetic processes ranging in scale from milligram to kilogram scale, and indirectly oversaw several laboratory technicians during tenure. Participated in multiple design transfers from R&D to Manufacturing, including leading two design transfers for the manufacturing department. Assisted in DoE, V&V, cost analysis, safety analysis and other activities, including site DEI liaison and helping direct volunteer efforts at site as part of Beckman s Volunteer Time Off program.Macomb Community College, Warren, MI 08/2019 - PresentAdjunct ProfessorMy role at MCC involves teaching 1 to 2 classes a semester to a wide and diverse range of traditional and non-traditional students from all levels of society including first generation college students and students requiring various accommodations. Developing and implementing various course materials for CHEM 1050 - Introduction to General Chemistry and CHEM 1000 - Chemistry for Everyone. Constantly re-evaluating self-developed course materials and other tools to improve learning experience and make the classroom experience more inclusive for students of all backgrounds. Translating real world experience in industry illustrates the importance of an understanding of chemistry to students in everyday life through discussion on real-life everyday chemistry and analysis of current news stories. Mentoring students, providing advice on classes, majors and where to find various support services such as tutoring, childcare and other support to improve academic experience.
Transitioned to and taught several lectures and labs online both synchronously and asynchronously during the COVID-19 Pandemic, sharping skills with video presentations, online module development and video conferencing through the learning management system Canvas.City of Sterling Heights, Sterling Heights, MI 09/2023 - PresentSustainability CommissionerVolunteer appointment to the Sustainability Commission for Michigan s fourth largest city. My role uses my skills as a scientist to provide sound science-based recommendations to city staff and city council regarding sustainable practices city-wide. Serves on a 9-member board making recommendations on balancing environmental, economic, and social demands to adopt strategies and activities for the use of resources that meet the needs of the city, and enhancing the human and natural resources that will be needed in the future. Drafted and or revised several ordinances including on solar energy generation and beekeeping. Current chair of Stormwater and Wetlands Committee. Term expires June 30, 2025.Lawrence Technological University, Southfield, MI 08/2023 - PresentAdjunct ProfessorMy role at LTU involves teaching 1 lecture in the fall and winter semesters. Class sizes tend to be small and the students more traditional and STEM-minded than at MCC, providing some unique teaching challenges. Developing and implementing course materials for CHM 1213 - University Chemistry 1. LTU uses a slightly modified version of Canvas. Translating real world experience in industry illustrates the importance of an understanding of chemistry to students in everyday life through discussion on real-life everyday chemistry and analysis of current news stories.American Chemical Society, Detroit Local Section, Detroit, MI 01/2022-12/2022ChairElected position within the local section that oversees executive committee business and also acts as an ad-hoc member of the board of trustees for the section s trust fund. Coordinated the section's programming and meetings for 2022. Spearheaded new strategic plan for section (Kicked-off with ACS-led weekend strategic planning retreat in Nov 2021). Assigned task force to re-establish criteria for major medal/award awarded annually to major national contributors in automotive chemistry. Established and led task force to revise section bylaws for first time in over 15 years to bring more in line with the National body. Serving on the board of trustees for the section s three trust fund endowments, totaling over $850k. Developed and passed an approximately $72k budget for a non-profit organization.City of Sterling Heights, Sterling Heights, MI 06/2019 - PresentBeautification CommissionerVolunteer appointment to the Beautification Commission for Michigan s fourth largest city.
Serves on a 12-member board making recommendations on planting and preserving trees, flowers, plants, and shrubbery, and placing other ornamentation throughout the community. Participates in selection and presentation of annual beautification awards and similar programs. Term expires June 30, 2026.American Chemical Society, Detroit Local Section, Detroit Michigan, MI 01/2019-12/2019SecretaryElected position within the local section. My role as secretary was primarily to document the proceedings of the section s meeting and act as the section s de facto election officer for the annual elections.
Managed correspondence with national body, including overseeing the election and election results for the section. Drafted, submitted and revised minutes from monthly executive board meetings.American Chemical Society, Detroit Local Section, Detroit, MI 01/2017 12/2018TreasurerElected position within the local section managing and balancing the section s annual budget. Other duties included cutting checks, documenting expenditures, assisting the section s CPA with tax filings, and drafting an annual budget for next year based on funding requests and traditional budgets for committees and other earmarked functions. Served on the board of trustees for the section s three trust fund endowments, which total $650k. Aided in annual 501(c)3 tax filing and annual state nonprofit registration with section s resident agent and CPA. Managed section s finances on an annual budget of around $50-60k, including issuing of checks and requesting annual allotment from the section s trust fund as needed. Compiled and submitted monthly treasurer s reports.American Chemical Society, Detroit Local Section, Detroit, MI 09/2014 12/2023Head Photographer and VideographerAppointed as head photographer by the section s chair. Covered several outreach programs over the years, including the Women Chemist Committee s Skills Beyond the Bench annual event and Chemists Celebrate Earth Week. Managed photography and videography activities for the section. Upgraded section s ability to record events and video conference prior to the COVID-19 Pandemic, leaving the section well-positioned to transition holding executive meetings remotely through early 2022.American Chemical Society, Detroit Local Section, Detroit, MI 10/2014 12/2023Social Media ChairAppointed as section s first social media chair. My role included standardizing the section s branding and social media profile and attempting to notify the membership and public, as applicable to events of interest well in advance. Manages section s social media profiles on Twitter, Facebook, MeetUp and YouTube. Launched section s YouTube channel in 2017 for live streaming and recording of events using funds secured from a national ACS grant, and inspired ASC National to create an annual Members Engaging Through Technology (METT) Grant to help fund similar projects in other local chapters. Helped run a social media campaign for World s Largest Periodic Table event in 2019. Efforts helped result in the section winning a prestigious ChemLuminary Award from ACS National in 2020.American Chemical Society, Detroit Local Section, Detroit, MI 09/2010 01/2024Volunteer Actively participated in section s science outreach programs such as Chemist Celebrate Earth Day and National Chemistry Week. Participation includes leading hands-on demos with the public and children. Assisted with planning and launching of an inner-city chemistry program in aimed at disadvantaged middle school youths with the Wayne State Chapter of the National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE).EducationMaster of Science (MS) Chemistry, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MIBachelor of Science (BS) Chemistry, Minor in psychology, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MIAppendixProfessional AffiliationsMember of American Chemical Society 2003 -2024 Largest single discipline scientific society representing more than 158,000 membersMember of Association of Analytical Chemists (ANACHEM) 2020 - Present ANACHEM is a founding member of the much larger Federation of Analytical Chemistry and Spectroscopy Societies (FACSS)Member of Omicron Delta Kappa, Michigan Tech Circle 2004 - 2006 Collegiate national leadership honor societyCertifications, Licenses and Continuing Education Train the Trainer: Teaching and Facilitation Techniques for Instructors (Beckman Coulter) 2015 Shin Kaizen Participant (Beckman Coulter) 2017 Inclusion: Reach and Teach (MCC), Adjunct Faculty Development Day (MCC), Canvas Certification (MCC), Collaborating in Canvas (MCC), Modules, Pages, and Files in Canvas (MCC) 2019 Macomb Online Facilitation Training (MCC) 2020 Proctorio Training (MCC), Excellence: Academic Buoyancy (MCC), Students Living Poverty (MCC), Time Saving Tips Canvas (MCC), Web Conferencing in Canvas (MCC) 2021 What Inclusive Instructors Do (MCC), Maximize Success for Students (MCC) 2023Accomplishments Distinguished Service Award, Detroit Section of the American Chemical Society 2018 Salutes to Excellence, Awarded for Section Leadership and Administration, Detroit Section of the American Chemical Society 2018 Magna Cum Laude, Michigan Technological University 2006 Outstanding Junior in Chemistry Award, Michigan Technological University 2005 Valedictorian, Brandon High School/OSMTech Academy 2002ResearchMichigan State University, East Lansing, MI 08/2006 12/2008Graduate Research AssistantAdvisor: Dr. Greg M. Swain Manufactured and tested optically transparent boron-doped diamond electrodes as spectroelectrochemical sensors in water testing on microfluidic chips. Maintained and operated equipment including several microwave-assisted chemical vapor deposition reactors, spectrometers and HPLC instruments. No major findings or publishings.Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI 08/2005 05/2006Undergraduate ResearchAdvisor: Dr. Patricia A. Heiden Investigated chemical modification of plant-based materials for use in biopolymer composites using room temperature ionic liquids. No major findings or publishings. |
