Andrew Wong

Experienced early-career analytical chemist with focused experience in developing and validating technical procedures to GMP/GLP standards. Educated, via a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, about a wide variety of analytical techniques as well as the most important skill, learning, which has brought with it a wide variety of soft skills and a depth of computer and software development-related skills.

Work History

Scientist I

• Developed assay/purity and dissolution methods for developing phase I and II drug products
• Performed and documented lab work to GMP standards
• Coordinated closely with the client to produce high-quality rapid results
• Prepared and analyzed samples using LC/UV and LC/MS to assist in method development

Systems and Automation Integrator

• Established a new vat photopolymerisation lab for the creation of custom-fit medical devices
• Coordinated financial, technological, and human resource factors to develop new procedures emphasizing correctness
• Learned on the job and applied new domain knowledge in lateral synthesis with professional and educational experience

Volunteer Operating System Developer, GNU Guix

• Maintained software deployment systems for reproducible, declaratively-managed scientific data processing workflows
• Applied effective communication skills in project governance and management discussions
• Utilized cross-functional skills in coordinating with developers to improve engineering standards compliance

Subject Matter Expert, Chemistry

• Provided expert advice in the training of large language models (LLMs) in chemistry-related topics for use in qualitative laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
• Adjusted training parameters and input material to assure positive learning outcomes
• Created training material via high-weight direct expert interaction to assure transfer of strong communication skills

Soil Analysis Technician

• Applied consistent attention to detail while preparing and analyzing large volumes of soil samples via GC/MS and HPLC
• Reviewed standard analysis procedures and technician training & compliance documentation
• Exercised problem-solving skills in maintaining and troubleshooting GC/MS capillary columns and auto-injectors

Undergraduate Research Assistant

• Collaborated in research regarding chemical composition of Hamamelis Virginiana extracts and scent characteristics
• Maintained interoperability layer and database management for legacy GC/MS data analysis and recognition systems
• Performed chemistry techniques including sample preparation and execution of HPLC, GC/MS.

Ski Instructor, PSIA Certified

• Applied teaching and class management skills learned over 6 years of educational experience
• Led group classes of up to 16 students using professionally-certified interpersonal skills
• Provided excellent customer service to visitors of a variety of ages, abilities, and demographics

Education

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry (ACS Certified)

• Minor in Mathematics
• Relevant Coursework: Abstract Algebra, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Statistics & Databases, Inorganic Chemistry, Instrumental Analysis, Linear Algebra, Multi-variable & Single Variable Calculus, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry.

Skills

• Analytical Techniques: Acid-Base Titration, Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS), Column Chromatography, EDTA Titration, GCMS, HPLC, ICP-MS, Raman Spectroscopy, SDS-PAGE, Thin-Layer Chromatography (TLC)
• Lab Skills: Centrifuging, Glass-working, Pipetting, Transferring, Weighing, Wet Chemistry, GLP
• Programming Languages: Bash, C/C++, Common Lisp, HTML/CSS, LaTeX, Python, R, Scheme, SQL, Typst
• Software: Agilent ChemStation, Biovia OneLab, Command Line, Docker, Empower, Excel, GNU/Linux, Git, PerkinElmer TurboChrom, PowerPoint, SharePoint, SQLite, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft SharePoint