Dunay Busto
Tucker,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented Chemist with excellent educational background complemented by work experience involving field research and presentations. Ability to accept responsibilities, to be organized, to maintain high ethical and quality standards. Capable to meet all deadlines, and to work independently as well as with people at all levels. Eager to learn new materials and train in other areas. Team player trained in laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance and inventory management. Supports lab operations with accurate documentation and organized spaces. Reliable employee seeking supervisor position to better use of leadership skills. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Coordinator
Georgia State University
Atlanta, Georgia
03.2008 - Current
- Assist faculty in teaching and conducting laboratory procedures
- Supervise students working in laboratory
- Keep inventory of chemicals, manage supplies and equipment in laboratory and prepare chemicals solutions for classes
- Train students and lab personnel about General Chemistry Laboratory Safety Guidelines
- Provide and maintain safe working environment by participating and monitoring product quality to ensure compliance of standards and specifications during experimentations
- Assisted in 1211 laboratory Manual revision.
- Participated in development and creation of instructional videos for 1211 Lab in collaboration with CETLOE
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Monitor laboratory budget - purchase chemicals, equipment and supplies.
- Boosted team efficiency by organizing, restocking and maintaining laboratory environments and equipment.
Research Technician II
Georgia State University
Atlanta, Georgia
08.2005 - 03.2008
- Conduct research, sample collection and analysis, experimental design, and evaluations for Chemistry Department
- Protein production and purification (Bacterial cell culture, Aseptic techniques, HPLC, SDS-PAGE, protein quantification, dialysis, lyophilization, RTS, ELISA)
- DNA/RNA production and purification (HPLC, Agarose, denaturing and no denaturing acrylamide gels, PCR)
- DNA Thermal studies (UV) and data processing
- Solutions and reagents preparations
- Equipment maintenance.
- Assisted with training junior team members in laboratory techniques and operation of equipment.
- Followed research protocols when gathering data and performing lab experiments.
- Handled all troubleshooting tasks on malfunctioning lab equipment working with manufacturers to resolve problems.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Center Of Genetic Engineering And Biotechnology
Ciudad De La Habana, Cuba
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Peptide synthesis in solid phase (Tea bag method), with bridges in their structure
- Qualification by Ninhydrin method
- Peptide cyclization via s-s bonds and lactam
- Synthetized multiples antigen peptides (MAP) in solid phase
- Resin quantification using bromophenol blue method and UV/ VIS Spectrometry
- Checked and purified by HPLC chromatography analytical-scale reverse-phase and characterized by Mass Spectrometry.
Havana Club Rum Industry
Santa Cruz del Norte
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Cation concentration determination using Flame Atomic Absorption Method
- Quality control during rum production using Gas Chromatography
- Reagents and solutions preparation
- PH meter.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Kennesaw State University
2014
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Havana
2000
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Institute “E. J. Varona
1996
Skills
- Broad knowledge of chemical laboratory operating procedures
- Good understanding of laboratory equipment uses and maintenance
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to train others
- Knowledge of safety operation guidelines of handling chemicals and laboratory maintenance
- Laboratory Safety
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Laboratory Results Management
Certification
Social and Behavioral Responsible Conduct of Research
Physical Science Responsible Conduct of Research
Laboratory Safety Training and Hazardous Waste Training
Additional Information
Teaching Safety Committee
Peer Reviewing Committee for CHEM 1152 Lab Manual
Tech Fee Proposal Committee
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
References
Prof. Markus W. Germann, Georgia State University, Atlanta, 404-413-5561 mwg@gsu.edu (Former supervisor)
Dr. Comar, Georgia State University, Atlanta, 404-413-6544 mutanyattacomar@gsu.edu (Colleague)
Timeline
Laboratory Coordinator
Georgia State University
03.2008 - Current
Research Technician II
Georgia State University
08.2005 - 03.2008
Center Of Genetic Engineering And Biotechnology
01.1998 - 01.2000
Havana Club Rum Industry
01.1997 - 01.1998
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Kennesaw State University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Havana
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Institute “E. J. Varona