Akinade Adesina
Huntsville,Texas
Summary
Interdisciplinary chemist with skills and experience in organometallic, organic, and inorganic synthesis, and analytical chemistry with a strong background in LC-MS, GC-MS, FTIR, and other analytical techniques. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Studied the thermodynamics of H2 activation and hydride-transfer reactions involving transition metal-phosphine complexes.
- Used computational software (Gaussian 09W) to model the complexes of interest which include Nickel and Cobalt complexes.
- Studied catalytic hydrogenation activity of these catalysts and their applications for hydrogenation of low-energy feedstock such as CO2.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Instructed undergraduate class of 16 students based on both inorganic and organic chemistry.
- Evaluated lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions.
- Assisted students in instrumentation class for effective data collection process.
- Prepared PowerPoint presentations to introduce students to new topics and concepts
Quality Control Chemist
Rite Foods Company
Ijebu Ode, Ogun, Nigeria
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Developed and implemented systems and procedures for the collection and evaluation of data related to product quality control.
- Ensured that proper safety precautions were taken when handling hazardous chemicals while conducting experiments or tests.
- Conducted normal and specialized tests to show behaviors and properties of gases, liquids, and solids.
- Formulated and tested product functionality to meet specified requirements and long-term success.
- Interpreted data and employed technical expertise to perform sophisticated analytical procedures.
Quality Control Analyst
Covenant University
Ota , Ogun, Nigeria
02.2020 - 09.2020
- Collected data by executing planned research protocols.
- Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data using statistical software packages such as Excel.
- Interpreted results from experiments or surveys and identified potential implications for further study or applications in practice.
- Performed laboratory tests, sample collections, and other technical tasks related to research studies.
Quality Control Chemist
Pipelines and Product Marketing Company of Nigeria
Ibadan , Oyo, Nigeria
06.2015 - 12.2016
- Performed laboratory analysis of raw materials, in-process, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
- Investigated customer complaints relating to product quality, identified root causes of failures, and recommended corrective actions accordingly.
- Tested product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations, and viscosities.
- Collaborated closely with other departments throughout the entire product life cycle from design through delivery.
Education
Master of Science - Chemistry
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
Ogun, Nigeria 01.2017
Skills
- Instrumentation Analysis: HPLC, NMR, FTIR, Spectrophotometer, Karl Fischer, GC-MS, LC-MS, and UV-visible
- Computational Chemistry Software: HSPiP software for solvent blending, Gaussian 09W,
- Data Analytics and Validation: Python for data analysis, SQL, Excel, and PowerBI for data visualization
- Presentation: Microsoft PowerPoint, MS-word
- Laboratory procedures, SOPs, Good Manufacturing Practice(GMP), Laboratory Information Management System(LIMS), Good Laboratory Practice(GLP), Quality Control and Quality Assurance
- Research and analysis
- Research design
Accomplishments
- Award: Robert Welch Research Program, awarded by Robert Welch Foundation
- First Generation Graduate Student.
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
Sam Houston State University
08.2021 - 12.2023
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Sam Houston State University
08.2021 - 12.2023
Quality Control Chemist
Rite Foods Company
09.2020 - 07.2021
Quality Control Analyst
Covenant University
02.2020 - 09.2020
Quality Control Chemist
Pipelines and Product Marketing Company of Nigeria
06.2015 - 12.2016
Master of Science - Chemistry
Sam Houston State University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta