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Fatma Rezgui

Cambridge,Ontario

Summary

Ambitious Multi-Lingual Chemist with over 11 years of experience in lab environment including more than 5 years as GC/MS and LC-MS Chemist Analyst in “Labstat International Inc” and 8 years of versatile experience in working on various analysis and extraction methods through HPLC and GC/MS analysis processes in a Biotechnological Research Centre. I enjoy the challenge of analyzing and developing my skills as a Chemist Analyst and R&D Analyst.

Well organized and detail-oriented offering strong analytical skills in Tobacco and Cannabis field.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Chemist Analyst (LC-MS/MS and GC – MS Analyst)

Labstat International Inc.
04.2019 - Current
  • Perform a MULTITUDE of Tobacco and Cannabis analysis by LC-MS/MS and GC-MS techniques.
  • Extensive experience with LIMS.
  • Extensive experience with Masshunter software.
  • Proficient in identifying and pinpointing the root causes of analytical issues. Employing efficient problem-solving methods to promptly address client needs and adhere to delivery deadlines for final results."
  • Making routine decisions around task priorities in consultation with my Chemistry Manager and Supervisor.
  • Generate and interpret and document in a traceable way the required testing results.
  • Report final data to the Scientist in a timely manner
  • Preparation of required calibration standards and stock solutions.
  • Maintaining complete and accurate records of laboratory data
  • Proper documentation and ensured accuracy and completeness all testing results, calculations; and related analytical report summaries
  • Maintains records of stability samples and ensure that samples are properly stored as per approved specification
  • Ensuring routine & GLP testing is performed in an appropriate manner.
  • Perform troubleshooting on instrument or method, as required.
  • Performs all work in compliance with our Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, and related policies and with the legal and regulatory requirements that apply to my job activities
  • Operates in accordance with our Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, and all established regulatory, compliance and safety requirements (SOPs & GLP)
  • Revision and updating of laboratory Standard Operating Procedures to meet evolving customer and business needs and developing methodology
  • Highest performance with achieving the highest revenue in my department
  • Liaises with Senior level laboratory personnel to understand the use of all applicable physical & chemical testing equipment and to acquire a fuller understanding of departmental and regulatory practices
  • Review or witness basic analytical data for accuracy of test results, as required
  • Prioritizing testing based on business needs and departmental goals
  • Reviewing lab data for accuracy and trends; communicate concerns to the appropriate parties
  • Administer laboratory proficiency testing program by dispensing appropriate test samples and collating results
  • Calibration, maintenance and repair of laboratory instruments, ensuring calibration records and standards traceable to NIST are maintained where applicable
  • Implementation of corrective actions because of laboratory investigations or proficiency testing and monitor their effectiveness
  • Addresses customer requests and resolve problems with a sense of urgency
  • Ability to rapidly learn new skills and expand expertise into other areas of science
  • Able to work in a fast pace environment and meet tight deadlines in a timely manner
  • Demonstrate organizational skills, manage and prioritize multiple tasks
  • Keep the workplace clean, tidy and safe and perform required daily verification of laboratory equipment

Production Operator

QPharm
02.2019 - 04.2019
  • Maximize output of packaging machine by minimizing downtime and waste
  • Ensure machine and floors are free from debris and product
  • Identify machine issues and ensure they are resolved efficiently
  • Ensure product is packaged according to company quality standards
  • Ensure machine is locked out according to company safety policies and procedures as required
  • Ensure Critical Control Points are checked and completed
  • Monitor equipment on a regular basis
  • Ensure all program requirements/standards regarding quality and food safety are practiced and maintained
  • Cleaning and sanitizing areas and equipment during changeovers.

Chemist Analyst

Biotechnology Centre of Stax
01.2010 - 01.2018

September 2017- July 2018

Analytical Supervisor Role:

  • Meeting client expectations in terms of analytical services: verifying and preparing final reports.
  • Ensuring the reliability of results by verifying and adhering to the applicable norm: AFNOR, ASTM, PHARMACOPOEIA
  • Mentored junior chemists by providing guidance on laboratory best practices and new analytical skills learning.

R&D Chemist Analyst:

  • Working closely with student researchers and scientists to optimize purification and isolation techniques of active principles within the scope of microbiology research and scientific article publication.
  • Conducting sample analysis using HPLC and GCMS techniques
  • Presenting final results promptly through chain analysis.
  • Optimizing extraction and separation methods according to predefined experimental designs.
  • Valorized several effluents in the textile industry and olive oil extraction
  • Analyzed pollutants in industrial waste gas: mercaptans (published in a scientific journal)
  • Analyzed Algae secondary metabolite such as fatty acids (published in a scientific journal)
  • Acted as Metrologist and internal auditor.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Analytical Chemistry

University of Sciences of Tunis
Tunis, Tunisia
07.2008

Skills

  • Lab operations
  • Chemical Handling
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Report Writing
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Lab equipment maintenance
  • Data Management
  • Chromatography Techniques

Education Certifications

  • Bachelor of Engineering in Analytical Chemistry and Instrumentation, Faculty of Sciences of Tunis – University of Tunis, Tunisia, North of Africa, 2005, 2008
  • Sfax Preparatory Engineering Institute, Biology & Geology Pre-engineering program, Sfax, Tunisia, 2003, 2005

Highlights Qualifications

  • Analytical Development Chemist
  • Performing Quality and Quantitative Analysis
  • Sampling, defining, isolating, concentrating and preserving samples
  • Setting Error limits
  • Validating and verifying results through calibration and standardization
  • Performing separations based on differential chemical properties
  • Creating new ways to make measurements
  • Solid technical and computer skills use complex analytical techniques
  • Interpreting data in proper context
  • Providing essential measurements and documentation
  • Quality Committee for implementing ISO
  • Communicating results and conclusions to other scientists
  • Compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Chief Executive
  • Internal Auditor
  • Interim Metrologist
  • Follow documented and approved procedures
  • Revenue Generation
  • Multilingual: English & French
  • Inventory Control
  • Staff training

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Additional Information

Links tp my Scientific publications:

Timeline

Chemist Analyst (LC-MS/MS and GC – MS Analyst)

Labstat International Inc.
04.2019 - Current

Production Operator

QPharm
02.2019 - 04.2019

Chemist Analyst

Biotechnology Centre of Stax
01.2010 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Analytical Chemistry

University of Sciences of Tunis
Fatma Rezgui