Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Awards Recognition
Timeline
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James T. Francis

Embro,CA-ON

Summary

Dynamic Customer Service Manager and Senior Research Scientist with a proven track record at Sciencetech Inc. and Western University. Expert in analytical chemistry and customer service, I excel in problem-solving and technical analysis, driving successful project outcomes and enhancing client relations through effective communication and ERP systems implementation.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Manager / Test Engineer

Sciencetech Inc.
01.2010 - Current
  • Managed global client relations and dispute resolution.
  • Supported optical spectroscopy product design and quality control.
  • Expert in Solar Simulation
  • Implemented ERP complaint resolution systems.
  • Supervised customer service team to ensure quality assistance and support.

Senior Research Scientist

Western University
01.1996 - 12.2009
  • Advanced professional in Analytical Chemistry
  • Led industrial research projects and mentored students.
  • Operated Canada’s first ION-TOF ToF-SIMS IV.
  • Co-inventor on U.S. patent (U.S. 6,179,976 B1).

Education

Postdoctoral Fellow -

McMaster University

PhD - Chemistry

McMaster University

Honours BSc - Chemistry

McMaster University

Skills

  • Customer service expertise
  • Analytical chemistry
  • Problem solving
  • Technical analysis
  • Technical writing
  • Communication skills
  • Windows operating system
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • ERP software proficiency

Hobbies and Interests

  • Martial Arts (Shorin Ji Ryu Karate, Brown Belt)
  • Music (Piano, Grade 6 Royal Conservatory)
  • Motorcycling
  • Art appreciation

Awards Recognition

  • NSERC Doctoral Thesis Prize Finalist
  • Dow Chemical Teaching Award
  • Multiple NSERC awards, Centennial Scholarships
  • Dean's Honour List
  • 30+ publications

Timeline

Customer Service Manager / Test Engineer

Sciencetech Inc.
01.2010 - Current

Senior Research Scientist

Western University
01.1996 - 12.2009

Postdoctoral Fellow -

McMaster University

PhD - Chemistry

McMaster University

Honours BSc - Chemistry

McMaster University
James T. Francis