Aaron M. Jones

Expertise in troubleshooting NMR instrumentation hardware and proficiency in 1D and 2D multinuclear NMR spectroscopy techniques for both solution and solid-state applications. Strong capability in general maintenance of instruments, including cryogen fills, while leveraging innovative tools and methods to enhance productivity and resolve complex challenges. Thrives in fast-paced environments, driving technological advancements with a proactive approach to new tasks. Recognized for adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset that fosters continuous improvement and success.

• Successful troubleshooting of NMR consoles and probes.
• Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
• Organized teams of staff members for volunteer STEM events.

• American Chemical Society (Member) Spring 2012
• Susquehanna University Chemical Society (Member) Fall 2011- Spring 2012
• Susquehanna University Swing Dance Club Fall 2009- Spring 2012
• President (Spring 2011-Spring 2012)
• Organized weekly dance lesson for both new and advanced dancers, bi-monthly dance trips, put together campus events, and fill out all required paperwork
• Vice President (Spring 2010-Spring 2011)
• Organized weekly dance lessons for new members, organized bi-monthly dance trips and campus events.
• Intervarsity Christian Fellowship (Susquehanna University) Fall 2008 - Spring 2012
• President (Fall 2011-Spring 2012)
• Organize events involving the organization, delegate tasks for small and large group leaders, serve as a liaison to other groups within Susquehanna University’s Religious Life Council, and fill out all required paperwork
• Small Group Leader (Fall 2010-Spring 2012)
• Lead weekly scripture studies with members of the campus community and organized activities outside of scripture study for members of the group.
• Susquehanna University Library Committee Fall 2009-Spring 2012
• President (Fall 2009-Spring 2012)
• Collected support from the surrounding community for an organized library-based event for the campus community every December. Participated in campus lectures designed to engage faculty from all departments in student research.

• “Electrochemical reductive coupling of 2-cyclohexen-1-one in a mixture of ionic liquid and water by Aaron Jones, Hannah Kronenwetter, Renuka Manchanayakage”, Electrochemistry Communications, 2012, 25, 8-10.
• Jones, A et al. “Electrochemical Pinacol Coupling of Aromatic Carbonyl Compounds in a [BMIM][BF4]-H2O Mixture”, Green Chemistry, 2013.
• Jones, A.; Manchanayakage, R. “Electrochemical reductive cyclization of activated alkenes in room temperature ionic liquids”, 243rd National Conference of American Chemical Society, San Diego, CA, March 2012 (Poster)
• Jones, A.; Manchanayakage, R. “Electrochemical Reductive Coupling Reactions of Activated Alkenes in Ionic Liquids”, 3rd Annual Landmark Summer Research Symposium, Grouchier College, MA, July 2011 (Poster). Won a prize in the poster competition
• Jones, A.; Manchanayakage, R. “Electroreduction of Activated Alkenes in Room Temperature Ionic Liquids”, 87th Annual Conference of Pennsylvania Academy of Science, Altoona, PA, April 2011 (Poster).
• Jones, A.; Manchanayakage, R. “Electrochemical Reductive Coupling in Room Temperature Ionic Liquids”, 243rd Annual American Chemical Society National Meeting & Exposition, San Diego, CA, March 2012 (Poster).
• Jones, A.; Kronenwetter, H.; Manchanayakage, R. “Electrochemical pinacol coupling reactions in room temperature ionic liquids”, 16th Annual Green Chemistry and Engineering Conference, Washington, DC, June 2012.

• Material Sciences Laboratory & Downstream Sector Capability Development Award. (Dec. 2013)
• Appearance in ExxonMobil Commercial: “Making the World's Energy Go Further” (Nov. 2015)