Alyssa Vallejos
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Versatile Chemist and Materials Scientist who has worked with different types of chemicals, compounds and materials. Proficient in performing tests, documenting results and writing papers. Well-organized and detail-oriented with good project management and planning abilities developed over 5+ years in the chemical and materials science and engineering industry.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
R&D Intern, Material Science Lab
Sandia National Laboratories
06.2018 - 07.2023
- Perform graduate level work within a research, development, chemical and materials science environment.
- Working in conjunction with Sandia staff on projects that involve applying integrated technical judgment.
- Account for numerous experimental needs, from instrumentation to data optimization, in a multi-tasking environment.
- Responsible for researching projects, learning laboratory techniques, working in a team, ordering supplies and chemicals, and maintaining a good relationship with my mentor and partners.
Teacher's Assistant
University Of New Mexico
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted in directing, teaching, and grading multiple general chemistry laboratory courses through lectures and hands-on instruction.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM05.2023
Skills
- Laboratory Testing
- Experiment Design
- Coordination of Laboratory Phases
- Performance Evaluation
- Knowledgeable in Outlook, Powerpoint, Word, and Excel
- Presentation Skills
- Report Writing
- Machinery: Experienced with UV/Visible Spectrophotometer, Fourier Transmission Infrared Spectroscopy, Transmission Electron Microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy, X-Ray Diffraction, Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
Accomplishments
- Awarded Excellence in Science Award: Sandia National Laboratories 2019
- Second Author: Microwave Synthesis of Oxidation Resistant Copper Nanoparticles for Additive Manufacturing Applications and Understanding the effects of polar and non-polar surfactants on the oxidation performance of copper nanoparticles
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
University Of New Mexico
01.2023 - 05.2023
R&D Intern, Material Science Lab
Sandia National Laboratories
06.2018 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of New Mexico