Sandra Zebaze Ndendjio
El Cajon,CA
Summary
Innovative Lecturer in Chemistry known for productive and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in analytical chemistry, organic synthesis, and chemical safety protocols. Excel in communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving to enhance student learning experiences and academic success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant, Organic Chemistry I
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Encouraged students to take an active role in their own learning process.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching techniques.
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Utilized technology resources such as computers, tablets, projectors and interactive whiteboards.
- Monitored student progress by keeping detailed records of academic performance.
- Assisted with the development of Individual Education Plans.
- Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior reports.
Teaching Assistant, Organic Chemistry II
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD
09.2016 - 05.2018
- Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
- Utilized technology resources such as computers, tablets, projectors and interactive whiteboards.
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Enforced rules for behavior and established expectations for student conduct in accordance with school guidelines.
- Graded assignments, tests and papers according to teacher instructions.
- Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
Process Development Scientist II
Wacker Biotech
San Diego
09.2024 - Current
- Performed laboratory experiments to investigate new processes and techniques.
- Managed a team of scientists responsible for developing new formulations of drugs.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex problems related to drug development activities.
- Conducted research studies to evaluate potential improvements in existing production processes.
- Maintained accurate records of all experimental work performed in laboratory notebooks.
Oligonucleotide Research Scientist I
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
San Diego
09.2022 - 09.2024
- Mentored junior scientists in basic laboratory techniques and safety procedures.
- Evaluated test results against established standards before making recommendations regarding further action or analysis.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies needed for laboratory operations.
- Participated in conferences and seminars related to research science topics.
- Conducted laboratory experiments to evaluate the efficacy of various compounds in a range of applications.
- Reviewed scientific papers submitted by colleagues prior to publication submission.
- Designed and maintained databases to store experimental results, analyze trends, and facilitate future research efforts.
- Evaluated the accuracy of data obtained from experiments through quality control testing procedures.
- Provided technical support during presentations of project progress at internal meetings or external events.
- Performed literature reviews to stay abreast of current developments in the field of research science.
- Identified potential problems and developed solutions related to research projects.
- Developed methods for extracting relevant information from large datasets.
- Prepared detailed reports on research findings for presentation to management or external funding sources.
- Collaborated with other researchers from different departments within the organization to develop more effective strategies for conducting experiments.
- Documented all experiments conducted according to organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
- Applied knowledge of mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology to support research and experiments.
- Isolated, analyzed and synthesized vitamins, minerals and enzymes and to determine effects on body function.
Oligonucleotide-Peptide Conjugation Scientist
Sirnaomics
Gaithersburg, Maryland
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Maintained accurate records of experimental protocols and results in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Presented findings at internal meetings as well as externally at industry events or conferences.
- Interpreted complex scientific information into understandable language for non-scientific audiences.
- Documented all laboratory activities in compliance with established standards and regulations.
- Conducted literature reviews to support research projects and identify new areas of exploration.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss progress towards project goals and collaborate on solutions.
- Monitored laboratory equipment performance, performed repairs, calibrations, and preventative maintenance as necessary.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization on cross-functional initiatives related to research projects.
- Designed experiments to test hypotheses related to chemical processes and interactions.
- Prepared reports summarizing research results for presentation to colleagues and management.
- Developed project timelines and schedules, prioritizing tasks for entire team of professionals.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to advance research projects.
- Applied knowledge of mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology to support research and experiments.
- Developed new hypotheses based on experimental results and relevant scientific literature.
Computational and Toxicology Reviewer
FDA Contractor
Silver Spring, MD
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Maintained communication with customers throughout the review process ensuring they were updated regularly about progress being made.
- Documented all review processes including notes, observations, analyses, recommendations.
- Provided detailed reports summarizing findings from reviews and analysis.
- Worked closely with management team to provide updates on progress of reviews being conducted.
- Analyzed customer complaints and provided solutions to resolve issues promptly.
- Revised written output to satisfy needs of clients, directors or publishers.
- Provided timely information and work output to supervisors and team members.
- Conducted background research to add depth to scenes, history and characters.
Education
Ph.D. - Organic Chemistry
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD07-2020
Skills
- Process development
- Data analysis
- Experimental design
- Regulatory compliance
- Formulation development
- Project management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team leadership
- Technical writing
- Effective communication
- Mentorship
- Literature review
- Problem solving
- Chemical synthesis
- Laboratory techniques
- Innovation mindset
- Material characterization
- Scientific writing
- Technology transfer
- Laboratory equipment functions
- Application of scientific principles
- Research methods
- Results analysis
- Research and experiments
- Spectroscopy techniques
- Safety processes and procedures
- Hypothesis testing
- Professionalism
- Multitasking capacity
- Analytical thinking
Teaching Experience
- courses
Accomplishments
- DOW Chemical Award
- Alfred P. Sloan Award
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Soap making
- candle making
- gardening
- San Diego Park volunteer
Certification
- Ronald E. McNair Certificate
- IBP-SR Certificate
Conferences
- Organic Chemistry I lecture and lab
- Organic Chemistry II lecture and lab
Area of Research Interest
- Synthetic Organic Chemistry
- Solid Phase Synthesis
- Oligonucleotide Chemistry
- Synthetic Biology (DNA and RNA)
- Analytical Chemistry
- Bioconjugation
Doctoral Research
- Cucurbituril Synthesis
Publications
- 3 publications
Timeline
Process Development Scientist II
Wacker Biotech
09.2024 - Current
Oligonucleotide Research Scientist I
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
09.2022 - 09.2024
Oligonucleotide-Peptide Conjugation Scientist
Sirnaomics
03.2021 - 09.2022
Computational and Toxicology Reviewer
FDA Contractor
09.2020 - 03.2021
Teaching Assistant, Organic Chemistry II
University of Maryland, College Park
09.2016 - 05.2018
Teaching Assistant, Organic Chemistry I
University of Maryland, College Park
09.2015 - 05.2016
Ph.D. - Organic Chemistry
University of Maryland, College Park
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