Arezoo (Rose) Azaripoor
West Vancouver,BC
Summary
A highly experienced chemist with over 10 years in both national and international environmental laboratories. Expertise in analytical techniques, quality assurance, and laboratory management, with a strong background in supporting plant operations and meeting Quality Management System requirements.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Analyst
GFL Environmental (Formerly Terrapure re refinery)
01.2019 - Current
- Conduct chemical and physical QA/QC analysis to support North Vancouver facility operations.
- Perform analyses including ICP for metals and GC for PCB detection.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting of results and product reports (COA).
- Prepare standards, reagents, and maintain laboratory equipment.
- Collaborate with supervisors and senior technologists to meet Quality Management System requirements.
Laboratory Analyst (Instrument Team)
ALS Environmental
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Analyzed water, soil, and landfill leachate samples for Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) using GC/MS.
- Executed data processing and archival following stringent QA/QC procedures.
Laboratory Analyst (advanced extraction team)
ALS Environmental
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Performed extraction for various analyses including EPH-SG, RAFA, PHEN
- Conducted environmental analysis including BOD, COD, TSS, TDS.
- Reported and interpreted lab results, and trained new employees on testing procedures.
Laboratory Manager
Siklameh Paint Factory
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Group lead for various R&D national projects.
Education
B.Sc. - Chemistry
Tehran University
Master Of Science - Chemical And Physical Sciences
Tehran University
Skills
- Analytical Techniques: Proficient in operating and maintaining HPLC, GC, ICP, and other analytical instruments
- Quality Assurance & Control: Experienced in developing and implementing QA/QC policies, procedures, and new analytical methods
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Skilled in analyzing and interpreting data, preparing Certificates of Analysis (COA), and reporting test results
- Method Development: Competent in method development, documentation, and troubleshooting process issues
- Laboratory Management: Experienced in preparing chemicals and reagents, maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment, and managing inventory
- Software Proficiency: Familiar with SAP (LIMS) and skilled in using MS Office Suite, SigmaPlot, and LIMS
- Environmental Regulations: Knowledgeable in federal and provincial environmental legislation, regulations, and development guidelines
- Safety Protocols: Adept in health and safety protocols, including WHMIS compliance
- Organisational Skills: Highly organised with strong documentation and computer skills, capable of working with limited supervision
- Team Collaboration: Effective communicator with experience collaborating with operations and shipping personnel, and training plant staff on testing procedures
Abstractandpresentation
Arezoo Azaripoor (2010)." The Sound Velocities in Dense Fluids from Distribution Functions, "Physical and Chemistry of Liquids ,48:1,50-61.
Referencesavailable
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Citizenship
Canadian
Timeline
Laboratory Analyst
GFL Environmental (Formerly Terrapure re refinery)
01.2019 - Current
Laboratory Analyst (Instrument Team)
ALS Environmental
01.2018 - 01.2019
Laboratory Analyst (advanced extraction team)
ALS Environmental
01.2015 - 01.2018
Laboratory Manager
Siklameh Paint Factory
01.2010 - 01.2015
B.Sc. - Chemistry
Tehran University
Master Of Science - Chemical And Physical Sciences
Tehran University
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