DAVID FLORES-AVALOS
Los Banos,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented and motivated, with hands-on experience in laboratory procedures, including recrystallization, extraction, distillation, and infrared spectroscopy. Strong background in chemical safety, documentation, and time-sensitive workflows. Highly adaptable and dependable, with excellent communication and organizational skills. I am eager to contribute to the team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Lab Experience
Merced College / UC Merced
Merced, CA
06.2021 - 05.2026
- Conducted weekly laboratory experiments involving synthesis, purification, and chemical analysis.
- Accurately recorded observations and data in the lab, following scientific standards.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Used chemical safety protocols when handling hazardous materials and operating lab equipment.
- Work with classmates to challenge head-on any experimental challenges, and meet deadlines.
- On going through the coursework.
Crew member
Mcdonald’s
Los Banos, CA
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Managed customer relations and customer service through communication and interaction.
- Resolved customer issues by identifying sources of complaint and formulating corrective action plans to solve customers’ issues.
- Learned proper food handling skills; including the maintenance of proper workplace hygiene, the sanitation of the work area/product and how to ensure the safety of customers, coworkers and myself.
- Provided exemplary customer service by making customers feel welcomed, answering questions, and expeditiously accessible.
Education
B.S. - Chemistry with Biological Emphasis
UC Merced
Merced, CA05.2026
Associates of Science (A.S.) - Chemistry
Merced College
Merced, CA05.2024
Skills
- Recrystallization
- Infrared spectroscopy (IR)
- Distillation
- Thin layer chromatography (TLC)
- Filtration (Celite pad)
- Reflux systems
- Extraction techniques
- Task prioritization
Core Competencies
Records Management | Data Entry and Accuracy | Calendar and Schedule Management | Inventory and Sample Management | Document Preparation and Filing | Workflow Optimization | Problem-solving | Multitasking and Prioritization | Team Collaboration | Time Management | Peer communication |Adaptability to learning styles |
Timeline
Student Lab Experience
Merced College / UC Merced
06.2021 - 05.2026
Crew member
Mcdonald’s
08.2020 - 10.2021
B.S. - Chemistry with Biological Emphasis
UC Merced
Associates of Science (A.S.) - Chemistry
Merced College
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