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Elizabeth Salako

Carbondale,IL

Summary

I am a vibrant, hardworking, and detail-oriented scientist with over 5 years of experience in experimental design, method development, data analysis and reporting; specializing in advanced functional material design, small molecule organic synthesis, polymerization and testing of these functional materials. Proficient in various chemical software tools such as ChemDraw and MestreNova for proper analysis of synthetic intermediates and final products. I am excellence driven and ready to work independent of supervision; to achieve outstanding results.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant

Southern Illinois University
08.2018 - Current
  • Synthesizing polymer ion exchange membranes for use in fuel cells and flow batteries.
  • Synthesis of small molecule organic compounds.
  • Purification and characterization of organic compounds via HPLC, 1H, 13C, 31P, 19F NMR, GC, IR, DSC, TGA, GC-MS.
  • Polymerization of small molecule monomers into polymers using high pressure reactor.
  • Operation of fuel cells and redox flow batteries.
  • Polymer membrane casting and ion conductivity measurements.
  • Polymer membrane characterization - Ion exchange capacity(IEC), Degradation tests, GPC.
  • Assist teacher with instructional responsibilities
  • Grade homework, tests and record results.
  • Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials.
  • Assist students to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.

Assistant Research Scientist

Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria
06.2017 - 04.2018
  • Analyzed both qualitative and quantitative data from analytical instruments and authored reports.
  • Tested Cocoa pods and seeds for pesticides and polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons.
  • Analyzed the cognitive effects of cocoa flavones on vulnerable populations.

Industrial Trainee

Nigerian Breweries
06.2017 - 04.2018
  • Analysis of all raw materials coming into the brewery.
  • Analysis of water samples used for brewing and production processes.
  • Analysis of brewed products and result comparison with product standards before bottling.
  • Review clients complaints on batched products regarding product quality specifications, investigate root cause and propose corrective actions.
  • Conducted thorough quality inspections of finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards and customer satisfaction.

Industrial Trainee

Federal Institute of Industrial Research
09.2016 - 12.2016
  • Production of biodiesel from waste cooking oil.
  • Production of fiber from Kenaf plant and fiber finishing.
  • Supported team in industrial work completion, gaining experience in cross-functional positions and processes.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - Organic Chemistry

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois
05.2024
Status: In view

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Chemistry

Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun-State
09.2016

Skills

  • Experimental design
  • Method Development
  • Process qualification and scale up
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Good communication and team work
  • Research management
  • Operation of automated column and high pressure reactors
  • Instrument maintenance and calibration
  • Proficient in Microsoft office, ChemDraw, MestreNova and Sci-finder

Awards and Presentations

  • C. David Schmulbach Graduate Teaching Award, 2022/2023, School of Chemical and Biomolecular Sciences, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, United States.
  • Outstanding Poster Award, 2023, Fluoropolymer 2023, Denver Colorado, United States.
  • Graduate Student Travel Award, 2023, Graduate School, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, United States.
  • Judge - Illinois Junior Academy of Science, 2023, State and Regional Science fair.
  • ACS Polymer Chemistry Division - Fluoropolymer 2023, Synthesis of Novel Perfluoro(sulfonic acid) polymers - Poster presentation 1.
  • ACS Polymer Chemistry Division - Fluoropolymer 2023, Synthesis of Novel Perfluoro(phoshonic acid) polymers - Poster presentation 2.
  • Hazardous Chemical Information - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - Certificate of Completion.

Timeline

Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant - Southern Illinois University
08.2018 - Current
Assistant Research Scientist - Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria
06.2017 - 04.2018
Industrial Trainee - Nigerian Breweries
06.2017 - 04.2018
Industrial Trainee - Federal Institute of Industrial Research
09.2016 - 12.2016
Southern Illinois University - Doctor of Philosophy, Organic Chemistry
Obafemi Awolowo University - Bachelor of Science, Industrial Chemistry

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