TIMAL RATHNAYAKE
Houston,TX
Summary
Well-qualified research scientist with excellent laboratory oversight, organizational skills, and project coordination strengths. Develops and validates testing methods in chemistry, with minimal supervision. Offering many years of related experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Chemist
Bureau Veritas Group
Sri Lanka
04.2021 - 05.2025
- Developed new methods using ICP/MS and ICP/OES for various industries.
- Conducted heavy metal analysis in food, water, fertilizer, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
- Performed regular maintenance on ICP/MS and ICP/OES instruments.
- Validated methods for pesticide residue analysis via GCMS/MS and LC-MS/MS.
- Executed quality control checks in compliance with ISO 17025 standards.
- Carried out testing procedures for food, cosmetics, water, and fertilizer using analytical instruments.
- Applied pharmaceutical methods utilizing HPLC, GC-MS, and GC-FID.
- Maintained various instruments including HPLC, GC-MS, GC-MS/MS, LCMS/MS, GC-FID, and FTIR.
Quality Assurance Process Control Officer
Hemas Manufacturing
Sri Lanka
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Established and maintained quality standards, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Controlled product quality through analytical methods and testing procedures.
- Utilized cosmetic testing equipment to ensure product integrity and safety.
Laboratory Trainee (Analytical Laboratory)
Midas Safety
Sri Lanka
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Developed methods for qualitative and quantitative analysis of polymer products using GC-FID, ATR-FTIR, UV/Vis Spectroscopy, and IR Spectroscopy.
- Utilized various analytical testing methods to enhance product evaluation.
- Conducted thorough analytical testing to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Education
Master of Science - Analytical Chemistry
University of Kelaniya
Sri Lanka01-2024
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry and Biology
University of Kelaniya
Sri Lanka01-2020
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Creative thinking
- Research and development
- Problem-solving skills
- Analytical expertise
References
- Prof. Jagath Premachandra, Department of Chemical and Process Engineering, University of Moratuwa, jagath@uom.ac.lk, +94 712619648, +94714101721
- Prof. Chandima Jayasuriya, Department of Chemistry, University of Kelaniya, jayasuc@kln.ac.lk, +94 714311286
Languages
- English
Timeline
Senior Chemist
Bureau Veritas Group
04.2021 - 05.2025
Quality Assurance Process Control Officer
Hemas Manufacturing
11.2020 - 04.2021
Laboratory Trainee (Analytical Laboratory)
Midas Safety
06.2020 - 11.2020
Master of Science - Analytical Chemistry
University of Kelaniya
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry and Biology
University of Kelaniya
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