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Amna Sabir

Victroria,Canada

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chemical Lab Tech and EHS Representative

Solaires Enterprises Inc
10.2022 - Current
  • Solaires develops novel and cost-effective technology solutions that address compelling market gaps in solar energy harvesting
  • Our mission is to make solar energy more accessible by developing photovoltaic solutions that contribute to minimizing the planet's environmental footprint
  • As a Chemical Lab Tech and EHS representative my achievements at Solaires are: - Introduction and implementation of a cost-effective inventory system to increase the efficiency of the research lab operations.
  • Documentation of safety manual and policies in accordance with Occupational health and safety regulations in BC. - Developed strategies to maintain effective vendor relationships.
  • Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
  • Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
  • Collaborated with other departments to establish cohesive laboratory operations.

Research Associate

Italian Institute of Technology
10.2021 - 09.2022
  • I worked as an early-stage researcher in the group "Smart Materials" at the Italian Institute of Technology
  • I was working on the sustainability project "The Development of a Multifunctional Porous Material for Water Decontamination"
  • My area of focus was the methods of extraction and development of a hydrogel based on biomaterial (Keratin)
  • My appreciable participation in the project was: - Development of the fabrication process specifically designed for the desired product. - Composite formation of biopolymer aerogel with other polymers to enhance the physical and mechanical properties of the final product
  • Functionalization of the aerogel to simultaneously act upon different pollutants present in the system. - Fabrication of an aerogel which after interaction with a pollutant can indicate and detect its presence by a change in the physical attribute
  • Investigation of the End of life aerogel-loaded pollutant and future possibilities of its degradation or recycling process.

Research Internship

Key State Laboratory of Meta Stable Materials, Yanshan University
09.2017 - 06.2018
  • Responsible for phase study of metastable material using X-Ray Diffraction
  • Representation of research group in international seminars and conferences
  • Leader of the weekly team research paper presentation meetings.

Research and Development Engineer

Aaim International Pvt. Ltd.
03.2017 - 08.2017
  • Initiated and directed the project for synthesis and production of new line of carbon black pigmentation paste
  • Inventory management and strategies development for economical and flexible handling of hazardous chemicals
  • Responsible for customer satisfaction related to company products.

Trainee Engineer

Style Textile Pvt. Ltd.
06.2016 - 06.2016
  • Collaborated with suppliers, technicians, and contractors for the installation and launch of the water treatment plant
  • Responsible for water treatment plant and chemical system dispenser system inventory
  • Compiled reports and delivered presentations to staff members and other stakeholders.

Human Resource Officer

Northstar IT Solutions Pvt.Ltd.
10.2015 - 05.2016
  • Developing and implementing strategies that help employers select and retain appropriately qualified staff within that business sector
  • Recruiting of staff, preparing job advertisements, interviewing, and shortlisting people, negotiating with employment agencies, and set up working conditions
  • Arrangement of training opportunities to enhance employees performance.

Education

Master of Science - Materials And Production Engineering

RWTH University
Germany
11.2020

Master of Science - Materials And Production Engineering

The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering (TGGS), KMUTNB
Thailand
06.2019

Bachelor's in Polymer and Process Engineering -

University of Engineering and Technology
06.2015

Skills

  • Hydrocarbon-based polymer electrolyte membrane synthesis
  • Synthesis of Fiber-reinforced composite (fiber concrete composites)
  • Characterization techniques Knowledge (SEM, XRD, FTIR, EBSD, and SAXS)
  • Recycled carbon fibers surface modification and analysis
  • Plasma treatment technical knowledge
  • Material characterization and testing
  • Scientific writing
  • Office 365
  • Team building
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking

Certification

  • Certified Level-1 First Aid Attendant
  • Ranking certificate for among top 10 students of bachelor's graduating session
  • Certificate for presenting and raising awareness about "Green Polymers" at the technical forum of SPACE UET, Lahore
  • Certificate for performance in "Green Tech Quiz" by Environmental and Horticulture Society, UET
  • Basic Life Support Training (BLS) conducted by Rescue 1122
  • Certificate of performance as a plant operations intern at Fuji Fertilizer Company

Networks And Memberships

  • An active member of the CCOHS Society
  • An active member of the Society of Polymer Engineers and Technologist (SPET)
  • Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC)

Languages

Punjabi
Full Professional
Urdu
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Chemical Lab Tech and EHS Representative

Solaires Enterprises Inc
10.2022 - Current

Research Associate

Italian Institute of Technology
10.2021 - 09.2022

Research Internship

Key State Laboratory of Meta Stable Materials, Yanshan University
09.2017 - 06.2018

Research and Development Engineer

Aaim International Pvt. Ltd.
03.2017 - 08.2017

Trainee Engineer

Style Textile Pvt. Ltd.
06.2016 - 06.2016

Human Resource Officer

Northstar IT Solutions Pvt.Ltd.
10.2015 - 05.2016

Master of Science - Materials And Production Engineering

RWTH University

Master of Science - Materials And Production Engineering

The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering (TGGS), KMUTNB

Bachelor's in Polymer and Process Engineering -

University of Engineering and Technology
Amna Sabir