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Claire Cashdollar

Fairfield,OH

Summary

Motivated and dependable chemical engineer seeking an entry-level position in research and development that utilizes interpersonal skills, research experience, and problem-solving skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Assistant

CPB Department - Miami University
08.2022 - Current
  • Develop and maintain the CPB Instagram page and attend events to take photographs.
  • Assisted with event planning and advertising to keep events successful and provide positive experiences for attendees.
  • Communicated effectively with faculty and staff to improve student awareness of events within the CPB department and Miami University overall.

Undergraduate Researcher

Jones Lab - Miami University
01.2021 - Current
  • Research includes developing an application for Vibrio natriegens, a fast-growing bacterium that could replace E. coli for many industrial applications.
  • A new project has been started to further optimize the psilocybin pathway currently being used in the Jones Lab and to possibly create additional psilocybin derivatives.
  • Learned common laboratory techniques such as cloning, protein synthesis, building promoter libraries, fermentation, and running small-scale bioreactors.
  • Developed top-level skills in collaboration, interpersonal communication, and technical writing.
  • Learned important data analysis techniques such as HPLC, mass spectrometry, and DNA quantification and how to convert data into a usable product.
  • Cooperated with others in a team-based environment to identify points from data analysis and present research to a variety of audiences.

Process Control Engineer Co-op

United States Playing Card Co.
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Reviewed processes, identified areas requiring improvement, and collaborated with vendors to ensure these improvements were made.
  • Conducted research within the quality department to ensure that products are up to company and customer standards.
  • Learned how to use Minitab and conduct daily and weekly quality testing to present to corporate.
  • Identified issues with the production process through laboratory testing and provided informed solutions.
  • Developed documentation, diagrams, and specifications to meet project requirements and regulatory standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

Miami University
Oxford, OH
12.2023

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Research Abilities
  • Project Coordination
  • Process Safety
  • Laboratory Techniques
  • Data Analysis
  • HPLC and Mass Spectroscopy
  • Bioreactor Experience

Additional Information

I am also an advanced violinist, experienced fisherman, a lover of the outdoors, and spend as much free time as I can with my dog, Nova!

Timeline

Process Control Engineer Co-op

United States Playing Card Co.
05.2023 - 08.2023

Student Assistant

CPB Department - Miami University
08.2022 - Current

Undergraduate Researcher

Jones Lab - Miami University
01.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

Miami University

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