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Andrea G. Monsalve Ch.

London,Ontario

Summary

I am a chemical engineering student in my last year at Universidad de La Sabana. I am a highly disciplined and efficient person with high values and principles, committed to fulfilling my goals. Studying chemical engineering has allowed me to work and become excited about Sustainable Environmental Development. Willing to listen and learn and passionate about impacting our world to contribute in real-world environment to help find practical, actionable and innovative solutions for current needs.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Intern

University of Guelph
Guelph, ON
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Developed survey questions to assess the impact of research projects.
  • Gathered and analyzed data using qualitative methods such as interviews and focus groups.
  • Prepared presentations outlining research results for senior management team members.
  • Interpreted numerical data to identify patterns and relationships among variables.
  • Designed experiments to test hypotheses related to a particular topic or area of study.

Research Team Member

Energy, Materials, and Environment Research Group
Chia, Colombia
07.2021 - 11.2022
  • Conducted research on a variety of topics to inform project objectives.
  • Collaborated with team members to identify relevant research methods.
  • Reviewed literature related to specific topics of interest.
  • Collaborated with other researchers both in-person and virtually.

Participant

Bioprospecting Symposium - Universidad de La Sabana
Chia, Colombia
10.2021 - 10.2021

Current issues in bioprospecting, metabolomics, bioengineering and bioinformatics were discussed.

Call Center Agent

Universidad de La Sabana
Chia, Colombia
07.2021 - 08.2021
  • Managed high-volume of inbound and outbound customer calls.
  • Resolved customer inquiries, questions and concerns to consistently offer quality service and meet performance benchmarks.
  • Handled customers effectively by identifying needs, quickly gaining trust, approaching complex situations and resolving problems to maximize efficiency.
  • Maintained strong call control and quickly worked through scripts to address problems.

Summer Research Intern

Team Foods Colombia S.A.
Chia, Colombia
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Conducted literature reviews to inform research projects.
  • Participated in weekly meetings with other interns and faculty advisors to discuss progress on research projects.
  • Developed survey instruments for field studies related to a given research project.
  • Prepared presentations summarizing findings from research experiments.
  • Collected primary data through interviews, surveys, or focus groups.
  • Assisted in the design and implementation of research experiments.

Bookseller

Panamericana LIBRARY S.A
Chia, Colombia
01.2018 - 05.2018
  • Assisted customers in selecting books, magazines, and other merchandise based on their individual needs.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Inventoried new shipments of books and displayed them for sale.
  • Greeted customers as they entered the store, providing friendly customer service.
  • Provided information about titles, authors, and genres to customers who requested assistance.

Education

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering -

Universidad De La Sabana
11.2023

Semester Abroad - Environmental Technology

Centria University of Applied Sciences
Finland
05.2023

High School -

Colegio Bosques de Sherwood
12.2017

Certificate in Business Management -

Colegio Bosques de Sherwood
12.2017

Skills

  • Implement different software such as Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, and most of the Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc
  • Programming skills developed over the years through Python Used them to solve differential systems of equations in reactors (PFR, Batch, CSTR) and to design control loops of different equipment
  • Experience in laboratory work
  • Data Collection and Analysis
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Scientific Experiments
  • Quality Assurance
  • Online Research
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Survey Creation

Accomplishments

  • Mitacs Globalink Research Internship, 2023
  • Sabana Talent Tuition Scholarship, 2019-Present

Projects

  • Liming Index Evaluation: This involves verifying the LI for enhanced rock weathering minerals as an alternative liming approach by comparing and evaluating their efficiency against conventional limestone with the aim of reducing CO2 emissions.
  • Biopolymers Life Cycle Analysis: This project involves comparing the environmental impact of biopolymers and conventional plastics throughout their life cycle. The aim is to evaluate the feasibility and benefits of using TPA plastic bags as an alternative to low-density polypropylene bags for food packaging.
  • Capstone Project: The Capstone Project, titled "Development of a Device for Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease," encompasses four courses: Process Dynamics and Control, Product Design II, Modeling and Simulation, and HSE. It entails creating a medical device, similar to a COVID-19 rapid test, which utilizes enzymatic kinetics to measure the beta-amyloid protein expressed in the brain during the development of Alzheimer's disease.
  • Summer Internship - Team Foods Colombia Project: This project focuses on developing an alternative flour made from fruit residues dried with solar energy. The goal is to create a sustainable, innovative, and healthy substitute for traditional wheat flour in the bakery and pastry industry.
  • Water Purification Tiles: These tiles serve as rainwater purification systems that capture and treat rainwater, making it drinkable in areas with high precipitation. This innovation aims to increase access to clean water for communities facing water scarcity.

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Research Intern

University of Guelph
06.2023 - 08.2023

Participant

Bioprospecting Symposium - Universidad de La Sabana
10.2021 - 10.2021

Call Center Agent

Universidad de La Sabana
07.2021 - 08.2021

Research Team Member

Energy, Materials, and Environment Research Group
07.2021 - 11.2022

Summer Research Intern

Team Foods Colombia S.A.
06.2021 - 07.2021

Bookseller

Panamericana LIBRARY S.A
01.2018 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering -

Universidad De La Sabana

Semester Abroad - Environmental Technology

Centria University of Applied Sciences

High School -

Colegio Bosques de Sherwood

Certificate in Business Management -

Colegio Bosques de Sherwood
Andrea G. Monsalve Ch.