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Gladden Chukwu

College Station,TX

Summary

Motivated, self-directed Graduate Student with exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Invests passion and commitment to achieve corporate vision. Applies analysis, lean methodology and latest technology to lead change and tackle new projects and ideas.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Graduate Student Researcher

Texas A&M University
2023.05 - Current
  • Interpreted and analyzed research data to draw conclusions on outcomes.
  • Prepared fact sheets, tables, and graphs to summarize research results.
  • Attended meetings and presentations to learn project details.
  • Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
  • Met with faculty supervisor on regular basis to maintain ongoing communication regarding status of tasks.
  • Documented experiment progress and observations, compiled data and organized findings for analysis.

Student Assistant

Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station
2023.02 - Current
  • Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions, and directed individuals to office locations.
  • Helped with administrative support by managing incoming calls, coordinating files, and sorting mail.
  • Assisted with event planning and coordination to keep events successful and provide positive experiences for attendees.
  • Organized and maintained filing system to keep documentation easily accessible to fulfill requests for information.
  • Maintained clean and organized office areas to present pleasant and inviting atmosphere to visitors.
  • Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
  • Ordered and stocked office supplies to maintain available resources.
  • Created and formatted documents to keep projects professional and well-presented to communicate intended message clearly.

High School Mathematics Teacher

Stephen F. Austin High School
2020.07 - 2022.12
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
  • Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
  • Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
  • Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
  • Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.

Engineering Intern

Noveon Magnetics
2019.05 - 2019.08
  • Recommended modifications following prototype test results
  • Used research, analytical, conceptual, and planning skills to formulate and analyze data
  • Performed material analysis
  • Used a scanning electron microscope (SEM) for material characterization
  • Maintained positive work atmosphere by building relationships with co-workers, customers, clients, and management.
  • Shadowed designers and engineers to learn ways to implement methodologies.
  • Collaborated with senior engineers on projects and offered insight.

Undergraduate Student Researcher

Texas A&M University - Kingsville
2018.05 - 2018.09
  • Performed complex calculations to analyze and optimize engineering processes.
  • Developed high-quality engineering designs and plans to meet industry standards using ASPEN Plus.
  • Assisted in developing cost-effective solutions to engineering problems.
  • Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
  • Performed HAZOP analysis to evaluate risk associated with chemical processes

Operations Intern

Total E&P
2016.06 - 2016.08
  • Completed reports and paperwork on critical information impacting operations.
  • Studied with senior staff to develop deep understanding of team processes and full operational activities.
  • Offered technical assistance to support front-line teams with daily operations and special projects.
  • Handled administrative and data entry work for staff.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.

Education

Master of Science - Chemical Engineering

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
12.2024

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Kingsville, TX
12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Kingsville, TX
12.2019

Skills

  • Protein Purification
  • Protein Expression
  • Cell Culturing
  • Laboratory Instrumentation
  • Assay Development
  • Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
  • ASPEN Plus
  • Research and Development (R&D)

Affiliations

  • American Institute of Chemical Engineers
  • National Society of Black Engineers
  • Phi Kappa Phi
  • Golden Key Honour Society
  • Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society

Certification

  • Mathematics Grades (7-12) License - 01/31/2027
  • Excel/VBA, University of Colorado Boulder - June 2019

Timeline

Graduate Student Researcher

Texas A&M University
2023.05 - Current

Student Assistant

Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station
2023.02 - Current

High School Mathematics Teacher

Stephen F. Austin High School
2020.07 - 2022.12

Engineering Intern

Noveon Magnetics
2019.05 - 2019.08

Undergraduate Student Researcher

Texas A&M University - Kingsville
2018.05 - 2018.09

Operations Intern

Total E&P
2016.06 - 2016.08

Master of Science - Chemical Engineering

Texas A&M University

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Texas A&M University - Kingsville
  • Mathematics Grades (7-12) License - 06/12/2021 - 01/31/2027
Gladden Chukwu