Jake Rhodes
Lynnwood,WA
Summary
With over 8 years in the chemical industry, I've excelled as an analytical scientist; adept at managing diverse projects, analyzing data to generate reports, and leading safety initiatives. I bring strong problem-solving, precision, and hands-on technical experience. I'm enthusiastic about the opportunity to apply my expertise as an Experimental Scientist in Everett, WA.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Metals Analyst
Fremont Analytical
02.2023 - Current
- Proficiency in preparing, testing, and analyzing environmental samples in strict compliance with SOPs and quality standards
- Highly organized with a strong ability to plan and manage sample flow efficiently, ensuring project deadlines are met
- Skilled in preparing standards and reagents as required
- Use of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for data management, work list generation, and job status updates
- Strong communicator, capable of effectively reporting project status and instrumentation issues to management
- Experienced in instrument calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance
- Thorough understanding of inductively coupled plasmas and instrument responses
- Identifying root causes, and recommending process improvements
- Collaboration with management to implement process enhancements
- Committed to safety, ethics, and quality practices, ensuring a clean and orderly laboratory environment
- Use of critical reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of technical solutions
- Detail-oriented, maintaining accurate and well-organized documentation.
Research Chemist
Johnson Matthey
07.2018 - 11.2021
- Conducted analysis of novel materials using ICP-MS, ICP-OES, and Ion Chromatography
- Managed intake process, prioritized requests from R&D scientists, and updated progress as needed
- Ensured compliance with COSHH and GHS guidelines for handling hazardous materials
- Acted as departmental safety representative, participating in safety procedure reviews
- Worked according to procedures accredited under UKAS, ISO17025, ISO9001
- Liaised with suppliers for maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment
- Developed and trained team members on new analytical procedures.
FLUIDS ANALYST
Expro North Sea
02.2016 - 07.2018
- Collected and booked in crude oil and natural gas samples for analysis
- Conducted sample analysis, including gas chromatography and viscosity determination
- Interpreted data and generated professional reports on sample analysis
- Worked in compliance with UKAS and ISO17025 accreditation.
Education
BSc (Hons) Chemistry -
UNIVERSITY OF SURREY
08.2014
Skills
- Analytical chemistry techniques (ICP-MS, ICP-OES, GC, IC)
- Safety compliance (COSHH, GHS, EPA)
- Analytical instrumental method development and implementation
- Experience working with vacuum / pressure systems and plasma sources
- Laboratory equipment maintenance and procurement
- Data analysis and report writing
- Quality assurance and ISO standards
- Collaboration and team training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Metals Analyst
Fremont Analytical
02.2023 - Current
Research Chemist
Johnson Matthey
07.2018 - 11.2021
FLUIDS ANALYST
Expro North Sea
02.2016 - 07.2018
BSc (Hons) Chemistry -
UNIVERSITY OF SURREY