Nathan Clark
Chemistry Lab Assistant
Oxford,MS
Summary
I am an experienced Chemistry Lab Assistant who is extremely meticulous, amicable, and adaptable as a Biochemistry major, Biology minor, English writing tutor; I am able to quickly coordinate with resources to provide the best service and outcome of any situation; awards in chemistry; highly observant and can manage critical situations; able to react properly to many diverse situations; highly capable of cooperation with clientele, and peers.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemistry Lab Assistant
Dr. K.N. Thimmaiah
Desoto Center, 5197 W.E. Ross Parkway W, Southaven, MS
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Followed safety procedures when handling and disposing of hazardous chemicals.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Restocked laboratory work stations and sterilized surfaces to maintain readiness for any project requirement.
- Efficiently organized and maintained equipment to keep laboratory productive and safe.
- Organized instructional materials, facilities and solutions for experiments.
- Prepared lab for two to four experiments per day using chemistry knowledge and instructional information.
- Created and updated record of all supplies and equipment to monitor inventory.
- Tested titration of chemical tanks in production line to check for ideal pH and other chemical levels and balance ratios.
- Handled chemicals such as nitric acid, sulfuric acid, and hydrofluoric acid for dilution to use in experiments.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Assisted faculty with clerical tasks such as copying papers, collecting assignments and preparing materials for upcoming classes.
- Checked assignments, proctored tests, and provided grades according to university standards.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
Writing Center Tutor
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Desoto Center, 5197 W.E. Ross Parkway W, Southaven, MS
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Documented adult students' literacy goals to plan future tutoring sessions.
- Tutored struggling, average and advanced students in writing based course materials.
- Worked with students in classrooms to provide educational support.
- Assessed students' progress throughout tutoring sessions and adjusted instructional methods and content focus.
- Met with students and discussed educational goals and expectations.
- Provided appropriate learning materials for students.
- Taught students remotely via in-person and live video sessions.
- Created special handouts, study guides and enrichment materials to boost student knowledge.
- Developed student confidence though attentive instruction in writing, applying positive reinforcement strategies.
- Coached and mentored junior tutors on successful teaching strategies and time management.
- Assisted other students with homework and provided supplementary instruction.
- Worked in laboratory settings, online and peer-to-peer sessions.
- Supported teacher instruction by discussing concepts and working through material provided by students and instructors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry
University of Mississippi
University, MS 08.2017 - Current
Skills
Individualized instruction
Technical Writing
Verbal and written communication
Writing tutoring
Safety regulations
Lab waste disposal
Lab maintenance
Knowledgeable in chemistry
Testing samples
Preparing solutions
Chemical neutralization
Basic math
Critical thinking
Chemical mixing
Deductive Reasoning
Laboratory Equipment Maintenance
Equation Balancing
Lab Demonstrations
Mass spectroscopy
Gas chromatography
High-performance liquid chromatography
Affiliations
- American Chemical Society
- Phi Theta Kappa
- The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Timeline
Writing Center Tutor
Northwest Mississippi Community College
08.2018 - 05.2019
Chemistry Lab Assistant
Dr. K.N. Thimmaiah
08.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry
University of Mississippi
08.2017 - Current