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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Education Certifications
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Certification
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Leo C. Kruczynski

Del Mar,CA

Summary

Motivated chemistry intern with a solid foundation in research methodology, computational, and laboratory techniques. Known for strong communication and collaboration skills, contributing to successful research initiatives and the development of innovative solutions in the medicinal chemistry field.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Composites Subteam Member

Formula Racing at UC Davis
Current - Current
  • Material selection and testing during design phase of car production
  • Creation of carbon fiber parts for student-designed competitive race cars
  • Manufacturing processes including part molding, layups, fabrication, vacuum bagging, resin infusion, and resin curing
  • Part repair, maintenance, and alteration

Chemistry Intern

Califia Pharma
03.2022 - Current
  • Extracted Illudin S and Illudin M mycotoxin from Omphalotus olearius growth media using thin layer chromatography and vacuum filtration techniques.
  • Purified Illudin S and Illudin M mycotoxin through liquid-liquid extractions and rotary evaporation methods.
  • Prepared mycotoxins for synthesis of irofulven, a potential DNA alkylating agent for cancer treatment.

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Xi Chen Glyco Group UC Davis
, CA
02.2025 - 06.2025
  • Conducted glycochemistry literature reviews to enhance ongoing research initiatives.
  • Collaborated with faculty to prepare presentations and reports on research findings.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss project progress and updates.
  • Documented research procedures and results accurately in laboratory notebooks.
  • Performed routine tasks and data entry to support senior researchers.
  • Assisted in developing chemoenzymatic synthesis of glycopeptides for development of Alzheimer's biologics.

STEM Tutor

MiraCosta College
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Tutored in-person at San Elijo STEM Center
  • Provided students support in general chemistry, organic chemistry, calculus, and physics

SI Leader

MiraCosta College
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Served as a supplemental instruction leader for CHEM 210 (Organic Chemistry 1)
  • Attended each class lecture 2x a week
  • Organized lesson plans for and conducted 50 minute supplemental instruction sessions 2x a week, with content pertinent to that of lecture
  • Hosted one office hour-style drop in hour a week
  • Facilitated peer-to-peer learning and catalyzed student interactions wherein students actively supported each other
  • Addressed and clarified course content, provided problem-solving strategies, and fostered content discussions

Engineering Intern

Evolve Medtech
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • Calibrated measurement instruments to ensure optimal accuracy in tests.
  • Refined testing techniques for medical devices, enhancing reliability of results.
  • Performed rigorous testing and recorded comprehensive data on medical devices.
  • Assisted engineers in developing and refining medical device prototypes through testing.
  • Conducted research on industry standards and regulations to ensure compliance.
  • Prepared detailed documentation for design processes and product specifications.
  • Participated in meetings to discuss project progress and share valuable insights.

Sales Associate

HomeGoods
07.2020 - 03.2021
  • Worked in customer service and cash register
  • Stocked and organized shelves
  • Assembled furniture and arranged item holds

Education

Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Chemistry

University of California, Davis
CA
06-2025

Some College (No Degree) - Science

Miracosta College
Oceanside, CA

Skills

  • Laboratory techniques
  • Data analysis
  • Communication skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Technical writing
  • Material testing
  • Customer service
  • Research methodologies
  • Analytical skills
  • Maintenance and repair
  • Task prioritization
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Excellence in Chemistry award (high school)
  • Medical and life science programs at University of Rochester Summer Scholars including Intro to Pharmacology and Medical Mysteries (Intro to Differential Diagnosis)
  • Charles R Darwin scholarship

Education Certifications

  • University of California, Davis, Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Current student, 3.46
  • MiraCosta College, Oceanside, CA, 05/01/23

Coursework

  • CHEM 150: Chemical computation including stoichiometry and thermochemistry.
  • Math 103 (Statistics): Interpretation of statistical results, performing statistical calculations and analysis.
  • CHEM 151: Solutions, kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, aqueous ionic equilibrium, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and coordination chemistry.
  • CHEM 210: Bonding, molecular structure, isomerism, conformational analysis, nomenclature, reaction mechanisms, and synthesis.
  • CHEM 211: Emphasizes the application of organic chemistry reactions, mechanisms and synthesis learned in CHEM 210 to other compounds.
  • CHE 124A: Symmetry, molecular geometry and structure, molecular orbital theory of bonding, solid state chemistry, energetics and spectroscopy of inorganic compounds.
  • CHE 131: Introduction to modern synthetic methodology in organic chemistry.
  • CHE 231A: Current strategies and methods in synthetic organic chemistry.
  • CHE 231B: Current strategies and methods in synthetic organic chemistry.
  • ABT 016: Study of metal properties and of techniques for fabricating in metal.

Affiliations

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Blue Belt (4 years experience)
  • Muay Thai (10 years experience)

Languages

Spanish
Limited
German
Limited
Arabic
Elementary

Certification

  • NAUI Scuba Diver
  • NAUI Nitrox Scuba Diver

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Composites Subteam Member

Formula Racing at UC Davis
Current - Current

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Xi Chen Glyco Group UC Davis
02.2025 - 06.2025

STEM Tutor

MiraCosta College
01.2023 - 05.2024

SI Leader

MiraCosta College
01.2023 - 05.2023

Chemistry Intern

Califia Pharma
03.2022 - Current

Engineering Intern

Evolve Medtech
03.2022 - 08.2022

Sales Associate

HomeGoods
07.2020 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Chemistry

University of California, Davis

Some College (No Degree) - Science

Miracosta College