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Elijah Seibert

Summary

I am a dedicated senior biochemistry major with hands-on experience in analytical chemistry and research, specializing in instrumentation such as HPLC-MS, ICP-OES, and NMR. My academic and internship experiences have honed my skills in both practical laboratory techniques and complex chemical analysis. I am passionate about advancing my knowledge in biochemistry and aim to contribute to the field of analytical chemistry. Looking ahead, I aspire to utilize my expertise to excel as an analytical chemist, focusing on precision and innovation in chemical analysis and instrumentation.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Research Lab Assistant

University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown
Johnstown, PA
09.2024 - Current
  • Conducting research on Ruthenium dimers, focusing on their synthesis, structural analysis, and potential applications in catalysis or material science.
  • Developing a new lab experiment for Instrumental Analysis, utilizing HPLC and GC-MS to quantify caffeine levels in various caffeinated beverages, with a focus on method optimization and accuracy.
  • Recorded data accurately and maintained detailed lab notebooks.

Quality Control Laboratory Intern

The Wenger Group
Rheems, PA
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Operated HPLC-MS for mycotoxin detection and ICP-OES for mineral analysis in feed and ingredient samples.
  • Executed Karl Fischer moisture analysis, as well as crude fat and crude fiber extractions, to analyze feed and ingredient matrices accurately.
  • Analyzed water samples for microbial contamination (coliform and E. coli), and assessed chemical parameters such as pH, nitrate, and nitrite levels.

Research Lab Assistant

University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown
Johnstown, PA
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Conducted research on Ruthenium compounds, focusing on their reactivity and coordination chemistry, and performed Grignard synthesis to explore organometallic reactions and product yield optimization.
  • Utilized Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy to analyze and confirm the structure of synthesized compounds, ensuring product purity and proper reaction completion.
  • Exploring the reactivity and bonding behavior of Ruthenium dimers with various ligands, aiming to discover novel coordination complexes with potential industrial or pharmaceutical applications.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown
Johnstown, PA
04-2025

Highlights

  • Life-long Learner: Continuously expanding my knowledge in biochemistry and analytical techniques through hands-on experience and ongoing research.
  • Technical: Proficient in operating advanced instrumentation such as HPLC-MS, ICP-OES, and NMR for precise chemical analysis and research.
  • Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with lab colleagues to optimize methods and achieve accurate results in research and quality control projects.

Timeline

Research Lab Assistant

University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown
09.2024 - Current

Quality Control Laboratory Intern

The Wenger Group
05.2024 - 08.2024

Research Lab Assistant

University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown
01.2024 - 04.2024

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown

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