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YVONNE LIU

South Plainfield,NJ

Summary

Driven and analytical with passion for scientific discovery. Possesses comprehensive understanding of chemical principles and laboratory techniques, coupled with proficiency in data analysis and experimental design. Aims to leverage skills to contribute to innovative research and development initiatives.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cosmetics and Skincare R&D Chemist

Bentley Laboratories
06.2024 - Current
  • Developed new chemical formulations, leading to enhanced product performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Performed root cause analyses on product failures, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
  • Consistently met regulatory compliance standards through thorough documentation practices and adherence to relevant guidelines.
  • Optimized existing synthesis processes, reducing production costs without compromising product quality.
  • Conducted research on novel materials, resulting in innovative product development and increased market competitiveness.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products and services.
  • Coauthored technical reports, patents, and publications showcasing the company's chemistry research and development advancements.

Cosmetics and Skincare R&D Chemist

Bayport Laboratories
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Proficiency in the end-to-end cosmetic product development process
  • Developed makeup products with cosmetic chemistry expertise, especially in experimenting with colors
  • Formulated products aligning with client benchmarks and brand visions with the CEO and senior formulators
  • Presented products to clients with chemist insights into raw materials during the development process, communicated with clients through feedback, and verified the scale-up formulas with the factory
  • Led group discussions to provide suggestions during the testing and refining process, performing all necessary stability and compatibility tests
  • Produced marketing videos as an idea proposer and a model to showcase new products, contributing to effective company commercialization

Biotechnology Research Intern

MD Anderson Cancer Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Performed high throughput metabolomics experiments (including HILIC, C18, and lipids assays, both positive and negative mode) on plasma, serum, cell lysates, and media samples
  • Performed large-scale metabolomics sample processing through the automated liquid handler
  • Processed Data analysis on the metabolomics experimental results
  • Expanded metabolomics database via standard testing (RT and MS1 and MS2 spectra)
  • Summarized research findings and assisted in manuscript preparation
  • Collaborated with team members for successful completion of research projects on time and within budget.
  • Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.

Education

Master of Chemical Engineering -

Rice University
Houston, TX
12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Applied Chemistry

National Chiao Tung University (NCTU)
06.2019

Skills

  • Product Management and Development
  • Color Innovating / Matching
  • Cosmetic Formulation
  • Mass Spectrometry
  • NMR
  • Chromatography
  • MATLAB
  • Programming Languages: Python, SQL
  • Origin
  • Microsoft Office
  • Progenesis QI
  • In-house Metabolomics Data Analysis Pipeline
  • ChemDraw
  • Metabolomics
  • E coli Bacterial Culture
  • Protein Purification and Expression Techniques
  • Fluorescence Spectroscopy
  • Gel filtration
  • Affinity Chromatography
  • Turbidity/Intrinsic Assay
  • PCR
  • Distillation
  • Analytical chemistry
  • Chromatography techniques

Certification

Japan Color Coordinator Association (JPCA), Personal Color Certificate: (M1) Primary-Qualified; (M2) Intermediate-Assistant Color Consultant

Languages

English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Cosmetics and Skincare R&D Chemist

Bentley Laboratories
06.2024 - Current

Cosmetics and Skincare R&D Chemist

Bayport Laboratories
09.2023 - 02.2024

Biotechnology Research Intern

MD Anderson Cancer Center
05.2022 - 08.2022

Master of Chemical Engineering -

Rice University

Bachelor of Science - Applied Chemistry

National Chiao Tung University (NCTU)
YVONNE LIU