Bridging Production Excellence with Advanced R&D Innovation
Technology integration specialist with 10+ years developing cutting-edge solutions across production, research, and scaling environments. Expert in translating advanced R&D concepts into production-ready systems, with extensive experience in high vacuum systems, laser technologies, and data science, achieving breakthrough results through cross-functional collaboration.
Key Achievements
Achieved breakthrough 99% production yield through advanced metrology system design including confocal sensors, laser displacement sensors, and camera-based inspection systems with statistical process control.
Reduced manufacturing takt time by 3x through strategic system upgrades and parameter optimization, and 50% reduction in another process through precision laser parameter tuning.
Developed machine learning models for predictive glass surface topology control using advanced imaging metrology systems, currently optimizing accuracy through ongoing testing and validation.
Successfully restored complex triple quadrupole cryogenic ion trap mass spectrometer to full operation including high vacuum system rebuild, laser integration, and comprehensive method development.
Expert proficiency across Waters, Thermo, and Bruker mass spectrometry platforms with ion mobility, ESI, MALDI, and nanoESI sources for diverse analytical applications.
Author of 22+ peer-reviewed publications including breakthrough papers in Science and JACS, demonstrating world-class analytical chemistry research capabilities.
Professional Experience
Designed and implemented advanced metrology systems achieving 99% process yield. Developed machine learning models for predictive quality control with ongoing optimization. Reduced manufacturing takt time by 3x through system optimization and automation. Subject matter expert for all laser and high vacuum processes.
Designed custom high vacuum imaging instrument to study hypersonic collisions. Implemented laser-based spectroscopic detection methods. Performed MeV-UED experiments at SLAC National Laboratory using advanced instrumentation systems and custom Python data analysis scripts.
Restored $750K+ triple quadrupole cryogenic ion trap mass spectrometer to full operation. Developed comprehensive method validation protocols for MS/MS and photofragmentation analysis. Built automated LabVIEW/MATLAB control systems for multi-instrument coordination.
Developed matrix-based ionization methods for mass spectrometry with mechanistic elucidation. Utilized multiple MS platforms including Waters, Thermo, and Bruker instruments with ion mobility for biological and polymer analysis. Taught analytical chemistry laboratory courses including chromatography and separation science.
Developed comprehensive silicon characterization workflow from wafer processing to particle fractionation. Implemented multi-modal analytical suite including FTIR spectroscopy, calorimetry, dynamic pressure measurements, and porosimetry analysis for silicon materials characterization.
Analytical Expertise
Mass Spectrometry & Separation Science
- Waters Systems: QDa, q-IMS-TOF (Synapt G2/G2S) with ESI, nanoESI, and intermediate pressure MALDI sources
- Thermo Systems: LTQ Velos, Orbitrap Fusion for high-resolution accurate mass analysis
- Bruker Systems: ultrafleXtreme MALDI-TOF for proteomics and polymer analysis
- Custom Instrumentation: Homebuilt triple quadrupole systems for cryogenic ion spectroscopy
- Ion Mobility Expertise: Waters traveling wave IMS, collaborations with Prof. David E. Clemmer (Indiana University) and Dr. Richard D. Smith (Pacific Northwest National Laboratory)
- Separation Science Background: PhD-level coursework, Waters UPLC system operation and method development, and extensive teaching of chromatographic principles and applications
- Method Development: Comprehensive analytical protocol development for complex molecular systems
- Interpretation of Complex Spectra: Expert analysis of MS/MS and photofragmentation spectra for structural elucidation
Advanced Spectroscopy
- REMPI and Photoluminescence: Expert in laser-based spectroscopy.
- FTIR Spectroscopy: ATR-FTIR, transmission, and photoacoustic methods for silicon and molecular analysis
- UV/Vis/IR Spectroscopy: Methods for structure elucidation, including double resonance
Metrology & Quality Systems
- Advanced Metrology Design: Confocal sensors, laser displacement measurement, camera-based inspection systems
- Machine Vision Systems: Implemented sensors and cameras for precision process control
- Statistical Process Control: Cp/Cpk analysis, process capability studies, and yield optimization
- Method Validation: Comprehensive protocols for analytical method development and validation
Technical Skills
Analytical Chemistry & Mass Spectrometry
Advanced Spectroscopy
Metrology & Sensor Integration
Programming & Machine Learning
Advanced Instrumentation
Manufacturing & Process Optimization
Publications & Research Impact
& JACS
Selected High-Impact Publications
Research Impact & Recognition
- Cross-disciplinary Expertise: Published research spanning analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, materials science, and engineering
- Method Development Leadership: Pioneered novel analytical approaches with successful technology transfer to production environments
- International Recognition: Presentations at major scientific conferences and invited collaborations at national laboratories
Education
Dissertation: Quantum Aspects of Roaming Dynamics
Advisor: Professor Arthur G. Suits
Focus on advanced particle imaging, spectroscopy, and method development. Extensive experience with instrumentation and laser system design.
Strong foundation in analytical chemistry and laboratory techniques. President's Scholarship recipient. Gained industrial experience working at Dow Chemical during undergraduate studies.
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Open to discussing senior scientist and engineering opportunities in:
- Machine Vision & Imaging Systems
- Development of Laser Systems
- Analytical Chemistry & Mass Spectrometry
- High Vacuum Systems
- R&D Technology Development
- Cross-functional Technical Leadership
- Advanced Metrology & Process Analytics
- Quality Systems & Statistical Process Control