W. Nathaniel Gentry
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Graduate student in chemistry with hands-on experience in a compounding lab setting, supporting the preparation of prescriptions under strict regulatory and safety standards. Proficient in maintaining compliance with USP guidelines, managing controlled substances, and adhering to proper documentation and workflow procedures. Strong academic foundation in analytical and inorganic chemistry, complemented by practical experience in lab safety, equipment calibration, and inventory control. Well-prepared to contribute to regulatory affairs, quality assurance, or compliance roles in pharmaceutical or chemical industries through rigorous attention to detail, documentation integrity, and a proactive approach to quality systems.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Texas at San Antonio
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Taught three General Chemistry lab sections for 60 students.
- Solved student’s problems with lab techniques and experience.
- Maintained lab safety, monitored reagent supply, and cleanliness of the lab.
Lab Assistant
Professional Arts Pharmacy
02.2018 - 08.2024
- Prepare pain creams to be compounded by technicians
- Maintain negative airflow chemical hoods
- Scan and ship prescriptions, manage inventory in compounding database
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities or new assignments as needed within the lab environment.
- Improved laboratory safety through regular inspection and maintenance of equipment, as well as adherence to safety guidelines.
Education
Master of Science - Inorganic Chemistry
University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05.2027
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA08.2024
Skills
- Investigative Skills: Identify problems, Assess risks, Inspect specimens, Catalog Information
- Analytical Skills: Examine component of problems, Logical reasoning, Categorize data, Evaluate the effects of phenomena
- Research/Quantitative Skills: Utilize laboratory equipment, Conduct studies, Record observations, Interpret results, Utilize statistical tests to predict outcomes, Prepare statistical reports
- Communication Skills: Collaborate with teams, Summarize research findings, Explain complex ideas for technical and nontechnical audiences, Report results and conclusions orally and in writing, Leadership role in a lab setting
- Method Development: Extract and analyze raw materials, Evaluate and validate methods, Determine the chemical compounds within a substance (organic or inorganic)
- Critical Thinking: Analytical method, Make informed conclusions, Qualitative analysis
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Excel Spreadsheets, Power Point presentations
Affiliations
ACS Member
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Texas at San Antonio
01.2025 - 05.2025
Lab Assistant
Professional Arts Pharmacy
02.2018 - 08.2024
Master of Science - Inorganic Chemistry
University of Texas At San Antonio
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
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