Austin Moore
Ames,IA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Iowa State University
06.2018 - 12.2023
- Optimized imide activation and difunctionalization of unactivated alkenes using nickel catalysis to generate materials containing challenging γ-amino ketone motifs in up to 92% yield
- Designed synthetic pathways to β-boryl ketones for further transformations utilizing copper catalysis
- Developed diverse post synthetic transformations of β-boryl ketones to generate novel boron heterocycles
- Developed comprehensive reports, effectively communicating complex research findings to diverse audiences.
Teaching Assistant
Iowa State University
08.2018 - 12.2023
- Helped with grading assignments and tests for 150+ students per semester, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
Head Teaching Assistant
Iowa State University
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Organized and developed undergraduate level course material to encourage best learning practices in academic setting
- Provided feedback to 10+ peer instructors on learning objectives and lab practices on undergraduate level
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) - Organic Chemistry
Iowa State University
Ames, IA12.2023
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Chemistry
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN05.2018
Skills
- Social Perceptiveness
- Research
- Quality Assurance
- Organizational Skills
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time Management
- Data Entry
Certification
Agilent Masshunter | Chemdraw | Data Analysis | Design of Experiment (DoE) | EndNote X9 |MestReNova | Project Management | Topspin | Microsoft Office | C# | C++ | Python | Instrumental Skills: Biolayer Interferometry (BLI) | Fourier Transform-Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR) | Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) | High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) |High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry-Electrospray Ionization (HRMS-ESI) | Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) | Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) | Ultra Performance Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (UPLC-MS) | Ultraviolet-Visible Spectroscopy (UV-Vis) | Laboratory Skills: Air/Moisture Sensitive Techniques | CombiFlash | Flash Column Chromatography | Glovebox Techniques and Maintenance | Organic Synthesis | Organometallic Synthesis | Schlenk-line Techniques
Timeline
Head Teaching Assistant
Iowa State University
08.2021 - 05.2023
Teaching Assistant
Iowa State University
08.2018 - 12.2023
Graduate Research Assistant
Iowa State University
06.2018 - 12.2023
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) - Organic Chemistry
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Chemistry
Butler University