Ayden Howell
San Diego,CA
Summary
Analytical Chemist demonstrating superior quality assurance and accuracy in recording results. Astute professional with exceptional usage of analytical techniques, including thin layer chromatography and high pressure liquid chromatography. Ready to join a new organization collaborating with other professionals in a laboratory environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Analytical Chemist
UC San Diego
10.2021 - 06.2024
- Enhanced analytical capabilities by implementing advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques, using Agilent Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry equipment to identify volatile chemicals within samples to be vaporized into gas state.
- Maintained and worked with FTIR: Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy to scan liquid and solid samples, elemental spectroscopy.
- While working on Graduate Level Classes and Experiments utilized most up to date technology for moisture specific analysis. Utilized this technology for thesis dissertation on "Quantitative Biodegradation of Plastic Foams in Sea Water and Compost Environments using Hydrogen Peroxide Digestion."
- Collaborated with Analytical Chemistry Professors and taught students how to become proficient in Metrohm automatic titrators, for Karl Fischer titration method to determine trace amounts of water in controlled samples. Providing functional group titration and ion analysis.
- Enhanced analytical capabilities by implementing advanced burette and indicator or probes.
- Read and applied complex ASTM and Industry standard test methods, and was challenged to develop PPG methods with S&T.
- Improved accuracy of results by maintaining calibration records and performing routine instrument maintenance. Examples includes the following equipment; UPLC (Ultra Performance Liquid Chromatography, GCMS (Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry, UV-Vis (Ultraviolet-Visual Spectroscopy, HSGC (Headspace Gas Chromatography), IC (Ion Chromatography), TOF-SIMS Time of Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectroscopy.
- Increased lab efficiency through the implementation of quality control procedures and data management systems.
- Published Work on "Macromolecules."
- Completed Graduate Thesis on Quantitative Biodegradation of Plastic Foams in Seawater and Compost Environments using Hydrogen Peroxide. Digestion.
Adjunct Chemistry Instructor
UC San Diego
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Taught a class of 200 California Senior High School Students from multiple regions under UC San Diego Campus Environment and faculty supported Math and Science curriculum to stimulate young adults the desire to pursue education in the fields of Math and Science.
- Created a team setting, providing support and guidance but allowing students to discover and work together in a positive stimulating environment received 100% positive feedback from students assessments.
Organic Chemistry Teaching Assistant
UC San Diego
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Improved overall class participation by implementing 100% group activities and project-based learning, working closely with Chemistry Department Faculty and Dean of Chemistry.
- Provided a open door policy for all students to feel free to one-on-one tutoring sessions, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
- Designed and implemented hands on lab set-up activities, resulting in increased student interest and motivation.
- Offered constructive feedback on student assignments, helping them refine their writing skills and comprehension of complex chemical compounds and opening up opportunities for students to see additional educational and career fields.
Education
Master of Science - Analytical Chemistry
UC San Diego
La Jolla, CA06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry Analytical And Biological
UC San Diego
La Jolla, CA06.2022
Skills
- Operated & Maintained Analytical Chemistry Equipment:
- UPLC
- GCMS
- FTIR
- UV-Vis
- Ion Chromatography
- TOF-SIMS
- Detailed Lab Test Set-up
- Matlab
- SQL
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Organic Chemistry Teaching Assistant
UC San Diego
09.2022 - 06.2023
Adjunct Chemistry Instructor
UC San Diego
06.2022 - 08.2023
Analytical Chemist
UC San Diego
10.2021 - 06.2024
Master of Science - Analytical Chemistry
UC San Diego
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry Analytical And Biological
UC San Diego