Nelson Pineda
York,PA
Summary
Motivated young chemist proficient in electroplating and establishing testing processes. Experienced in documenting lab procedures in order to consistently get results. Has worked a wide variety of jobs and is well-versed in both team oriented projects as well as performing solo tasks. Hardworking individual looking to make an impact on the chemical landscape and advance their career in any way they can.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process Chemist
Sharretts Plating Co., Inc.
01.2023 - Current
- Led the research and development for new plating procedures for various base substrates.
- Maintained lab space environment and glassware to optimize functionality and consistency of tests performed.
- Utilized analytical instruments such as Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy and X-Ray Florescence in order to analyze plating bath concentrations and adhesion layer consistency.
- Performed analytical analysis such as titrations, ph measurements, and hydrometer readings.
- Took extensive notes on experiment parameters and execution to ensure reproducibility for large and small scale production.
Laboratory Assistant
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted Dr. Mullane in her research surrounding photoredox reactions and the separation of zirconium and hafnium
- Performed chemical synthesis and separation procedures using reflux reactions, vacuum filtration, and rotovap.
- Worked inside a vacuum sealed chamber with reactants susceptible to air and light.
- Used analytical techniques such as gas, liquid and ionic chromatography, nmr spectroscopy, UV-Vis, and FT-IR.
- Translated NMR and FT-IR data.
- Reported on experimental analysis and data.
Chemistry Tutor
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Worked with a wide array of students in order to convey different levels of chemical information.
- Tutored primarily organic chemistry classes 1 and 2
- Received my CRLA certificate as a level 1 tutor.
Education
B.S Chemistry -
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA01.2023
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician -
HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College
01.2018
High School Diploma -
York Suburban Senior High School
01.2017
Skills
- Organic Synthesis
- Inorganic Synthesis
- Organic Chemistry
- Laboratory Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Laboratory Equipment
- Analytical Skills
- Experimental Design
- Data Interpretation
- Instrument Calibration
- Troubleshooting and Analysis
- Lab Equipment Calibration
- Standards Creation
- Lab Equipment Maintenance
- Sample Processing
Certification
CRLA Level 1 Certificate - West Chester University of Pennsylvania, CRLA Tutor Level 1
Timeline
Process Chemist
Sharretts Plating Co., Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Laboratory Assistant
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
07.2022 - 12.2022
Chemistry Tutor
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
09.2021 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
York Suburban Senior High School
B.S Chemistry -
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician -
HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College
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