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Dylan Griffin

Hattiesburg,MS

Summary

I am Dylan Griffin, a polymer science and engineering graduate with hands-on experience in research, instrumentation, and production equipment. I excel both independently and collaboratively, having contributed to various team-based projects. I'm eager to apply my academic background in an industrial setting, where I can continue learning and growing professionally.

Work History

Research Assistant

Nazarenko Research Group
Hattiesburg, MS
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Prepared epoxy amine samples with and without zinc acrylate additives.
  • Conducted thermal and mechanical characterization using, DSC, TGA, DMA, and tensile testing.
  • Investigated effects of different loading percentages on mechanical and fire-tardant properties using cone calorimetry.

Engineering Design Project

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Worked closely with a group of students on a project called "Design of
    Modular and Interactive Button System".
  • Used Fusion 360 to design prototype button housings for this project.
  • I presented the project at the USM Undergraduate Symposium using a
    poster board.

Delivery Driver

Pizza Hut
Hattiesburg, MS
12.2022 - 01.2025
  • Ensured timely and accurate preparation of dishes and dough.
  • Delivered orders promptly and provided excellent customer service.
  • Supported teammates to maintain efficient kitchen operations.

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Teamwork
  • TGA
  • DSC
  • DMA
  • Tensile testing
  • FTIR
  • GC
  • Rheometry
  • MATLAB
  • Fusion 360
  • Prepreg line and autoclave operations
  • Hand layups
  • Injection molding
  • Twin screw extruder
  • Coating formulation
  • Data analysis
  • Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Polymer Science And Engineering

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS
2019.08 - 2025.05

References

  • Dr. James Rawlins, Coatings Professor, 601-266-4781, James.Rawlins@usm.edu
  • Dr. Heather Broadhead, Advisor / Professor, 601-266-4232, Heather.Broadhead@usm.edu
  • Dr. Tristan Clemons, Poly. Organic Chemistry Professor, 601-447-0447, Tristan.Clemons@usm.edu

Timeline

Research Assistant

Nazarenko Research Group
08.2023 - 05.2024

Delivery Driver

Pizza Hut
12.2022 - 01.2025

Engineering Design Project

University of Southern Mississippi
08.2022 - 05.2023

Bachelor's Degree - Polymer Science And Engineering

University of Southern Mississippi
2019.08 - 2025.05

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