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Patrick J. Keeney

Palm Coast,FL

Summary

I am currently a graduate student enrolled in the M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering Research program at the University of North Florida. While I do not have much industry experience, I have a strong background in physics, engineering, and research. Through the skills I have learned within my academic experience, I am confident that I am a great candidate for your position.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Computational Research Assistant

Haraldsen Materials Theory Group
05.2022 - Current
  • Computationally modeled quantum systems (specifically) monolayer TiS2 using Density Functional Theory-based QuantumATK software
  • Designed and executed over 100 scripts with QuantumATK and Linux-based terminal
  • Analyzed resultant data from QuantumATK calculations, assembled for presentation, publishing
  • Communicated results and findings with research group within weekly group meetings
  • Engaged in discussions regarding interpretations of data

Experimental Research Assistant

NanoMaX Research Group
09.2021 - Current
  • Assembled and optimized Scanning Tunneling Microscopy (STM) and X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) systems, corresponding software
  • Ensured functionality of vacuum systems to constantly keep vacuum chamber under 10e-9 mBar
  • Prepared, loaded and unloaded numerous samples to and from vacuum chamber for analysis
  • Operated STM system and scanned samples for topological measurements regarding conductivity
  • Analyzed, processed and interpreted over 50 STM images and data
  • Lead numerous internal presentations for NanoMaX research group to educate other students regarding scientific background of methods

Crew Member

Trader Joe's
Jacksonville Beach, Florida
02.2019 - 11.2020
  • Unloaded over 100 shipment trucks, promptly transferring product to shelves or backstock
  • Delivered quality customer service to over 1000 customers either via register or on the floor
  • Prioritized and efficiently moved backstock product to floor shelves hundreds of times

Quality Assurance Contractor

K12 Incorporated
Herndon, VA
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Enhanced course catalog and customer experience through user-acceptance testing for over 200 outgoing courses
  • Organized over 100 errors within Microsoft Excel and communicated product errors to developers

Education

Master’s of Science - Materials Science and Engineering

University of North Florida
05.2025

Bachelor’s of Science - Physics

University of North Florida
05.2023

Skills

  • Microsoft Office, C, C, Matlab, Java, Python, LATEX
  • Technical Writing
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Data Analysis
  • Data Collection
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Lab Safety
  • Lab Equipment Operation
  • Strength in research
  • Research Paper Writing
  • Experimental design
  • Presentation skills

Presentations

APS March Meeting (2023, 2024) - 15 minute presentation on my computational research 

Quantum Matter Conference (UConn, 2022) - 2 hour poster presentation

Natural Sciences Poster Presentation (UNF; 2022, 2023) - 2 hour poster presentation

FLAVS Conference (AVS, 2024) - 2 hour poster presentation

SOARS Conference (UNF, 2024) - 2 hour poster presentation

Additional Information

MSE Graduate Assistantship - Awarded for attending M.S. in MSE program at UNF

COAS Dean's Award - Awarded for research, summer 2022

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Computational Research Assistant

Haraldsen Materials Theory Group
05.2022 - Current

Experimental Research Assistant

NanoMaX Research Group
09.2021 - Current

Crew Member

Trader Joe's
02.2019 - 11.2020

Quality Assurance Contractor

K12 Incorporated
06.2017 - 08.2017

Master’s of Science - Materials Science and Engineering

University of North Florida

Bachelor’s of Science - Physics

University of North Florida

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