Shubhra Srivastava
M.S. Chemistry - Simon Fraser University, Canada
Burnaby,BC
Summary
Dedicated scientist with a Master of Science in Chemistry from Simon Fraser University and more than 8 years of experience in synthetic chemistry, including organometallic, coordination, and organic chemistry. Competent in coordination polymer analysis, optimization, and purification. Seeking a challenging position where I can utilize my strong scientific background, technical skills, and problem-solving abilities to contribute to innovative research and development projects.
Status -Permanent Resident of Canada
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Research Assistant
Micromatter Technologies Inc.(micromatter.com)
Surrey, BC, Canada
05.2023 - Current
- Master slanderers' thin material films are produced using pulse laser deposition and vacuumed diffusion pumps, and corresponding samples are examined using XRF, ICP-OES, acid digestion, microwave digestion, and electroplating techniques.
- To ensure high-quality material coatings, Certified coating thickness and material composition reference XRF standards is done.
- High accuracy reference standards are produced by X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) that can be used to calibrate coating thickness and composition analysis system equipment.
- Developing processes for a wide range of coatings such as Zinc-Nickel, Nickel Phosphorus, Silver, Gold, Nickel, Zinc, Chromium, Tin, Tin-lead, and more.
- Product certification by testing manufactured XRF Standards.
- Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission spectroscopy (ICP-OES, Diamond-like-carbon-films (DLC films); Pulse Laser Deposition (PLD); XRF Spectrometry; Calibration Standards for air pollution monitoring; Research and Development on X-Ray Detector Window.
- New Product development and Environmental Monitoring & Trace Analysis.
- Instruments used and skills - XRF, ICP-OES, Acid digestion ,Microwave digestion, Electroplating, Pulse Laser deposition , Vacuumed diffusion pump.
Graduate Research Assistant - Chemistry
Simon Fraser University,Canada
Burnaby, BC
09.2019 - 05.2023
Department of Chemistry, Simon Fraser University, Canada
Research projects:
1. Master's Thesis project;
Supervisor: Prof. Daniel B. Leznoff and Dr. Jeffrey Warren - SFU
Committee members : Dr. Robert Britton and Dr. Corina Andreoiu - SFU
Research topic:
Synthesis, Structure and Material Applications of Bismuth and Gold Coordination Polymers, Supported by Nitrogen Donor Ligands.
Techniques and skills - Single crystal X-ray crystallography (XRD) , Raman spectroscopy , FT-IR spectroscopy, Elemental analysis ,Solid state emission spectroscopy, Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA ).
Responsibilities include;
- Prepare a high-quality single crystal of the material of interest and
Mounting the Crystal onto a suitable goniometer head. - Data Collection by producing a series of intensity measurements as a function of the diffraction angle.
- Data Processing by processing the collected data using software provided by the diffractometer manufacturer.
- Data Analysis by Analyzing the processed data to extract information about the crystal structure. This involves indexing the diffraction peaks to determine the lattice parameters and space group, calculating the structure factors
- Solving and refining the crystal structure using appropriate software like suitable crystallographic software package for structure solution and refinement. Commonly used software includes SHELX, Olex-2.
- Structure Validation by Validating the refined crystal structure using various quality indicators, such as R-factors.
- Reporting: This includes prepare a detailed report summarizing the data collection parameters, data processing steps, crystallographic results, and any relevant discussions or interpretations.
- Characterizing a crystal using various spectroscopic and elemental analysis techniques like FTIR, Solid State Emission Spectroscopy, Elemental Analysis and Raman Spectroscopy.
2. Mini projects at SFU;
- Reformat the sequence saturation library of P450cam and to screen it against racemic phellandrene , Techniques and skills; Chromatography, Cell expression, PCR, Plasmid isolation, cellular transformation, cloning, SDS PAGE agarose gel, Protein purification through silica column.
- Measurement of beryllium concentration using a nuclear method. Techniques and skills - Neutron generator, Aqueous phase extraction, GC-MS, Radiation Detectors through studies of Cloud and optimization and setup Ionization chambers, Neutron generator, Gamma-ray detector, nuclear fission reactions.
.
Chemistry Teaching Assistant
Simon Fraser university
Burnaby, Canada
09.2019 - 04.2023
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Graded and evaluated student assignments (CHEM 126,121, 125, 366, 281)
- Papers, and course work teaching
- Invigilated exams
- Encouraged student teamwork through group projects
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning; held office hours to address students' inquiries
- Adhered to and enforced safe laboratory work practices.
Chemistry,Biology ,Geometry High School Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System
Baltimore , USA
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Develops, adapts, modifies, science materials
- Science resources teaching (USA Syllabus)
- Techniques, methods, and strategies to meet needs of students within City Schools curriculum framework for Chemistry, Biology and Geometry.
- Chemistry and Biology laboratory teaching
Scientist -Biotechnology
Biocon Pharmaceuticals
Bangalore , Karnataka , India
08.2010 - 09.2011
- Biocon had previously conducted a large-scale phase III study in India for its oral insulin, which concluded in 2011. The study had met all secondary endpoints on efficacy and safety. Biocon, along with partner Mylan, has also filed application for biosimilars with the US regulator.
- Extremely good understanding of Animal Physiology (integumentary or skin, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular/circulatory, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, and endocrine systems , Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Medicine, Drugs.
- Conduct animal procedures involving vaccination, injections, blood and tissue collection, and post-operative care and animal care.
- Keep accurate notes of all animal and experimental data in lab.
Education
Master of Science - Chemistry
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC,Canada 09.2019 - 2023.04
Bachelor of Technology - Industrial Biotechnology
Dr. MGR Educational Research Institute, University Topper
Chennai, India 2006.07 - 2010.07
Masters of Engineering - Chemical And Biological Engineering
University of British Columbia
Vancouver , Canada 07.2023 - Current
Skills
Single crystal Xray Crystallography (XRD)
undefinedAccomplishments
- Canadian Chemical Crystallography, Chemistry ,(Canada) Workshop August 8th – 11th, 2021
- WHIMS certification, Radiation Safety Training. X-Ray safety training at Simon Fraser University, Canada-2019
- Completed SAS (Statistical Analytical Software ) from Core Mind Technology , India.
- Praxis Chemistry (USA) certification
- Training in “Industrial Microbial Enzyme and Molecular Biology” from Gloria's Institute, India
- Certificate course on “Safety in chemical Industries” from Dr. MGR Educational & Research Institute, Chennai , India.
- Certificate program in C & C++ From National Socio-Economic Research Institute, Lucknow. India
Timeline
Masters of Engineering - Chemical And Biological Engineering
University of British Columbia
07.2023 - Current
Engineering Research Assistant
Micromatter Technologies Inc.(micromatter.com)
05.2023 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant - Chemistry
Simon Fraser University,Canada
09.2019 - 05.2023
Chemistry Teaching Assistant
Simon Fraser university
09.2019 - 04.2023
Master of Science - Chemistry
Simon Fraser University
09.2019 - 2023.04
Chemistry,Biology ,Geometry High School Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System
08.2015 - 05.2019
Scientist -Biotechnology
Biocon Pharmaceuticals
08.2010 - 09.2011
Bachelor of Technology - Industrial Biotechnology
Dr. MGR Educational Research Institute, University Topper
2006.07 - 2010.07
Courses Taken at Master level Chemistry ,SFU
- Chem 801 - Student Seminar (Chemistry)
- Chem 802 - M.SC. Research Proposal and Examination
- Chem 759 - Special Topics in Organic Chemistry/Medicinal Chemistry
- Chem 839- Bio-Inorganic Chemistry
Software Skills
- MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point Powerpoint)
- SAS (Statistical analytical software)
- Chem-draw
- Inkscape
- Overleaf
- LaTeX
- C,C++
- Mercury
- Olex2
- Shelx
- CCDC (Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre)
Instruments include
- Single-crystal X-ray Diffractometer -XRD-(Bruker Smart APEX II)
- X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (NEXOE Benchtop)
- FTIR
- ICP-OES
- Optical Emission Spectrometer
- Raman Spectrometer
- PCR
- Silica Gel Column
- SDS PAGE/Acerose gel
- UV/VIS Spectrometer
- Acid digestion ,Microwave digestion, Electroplating
- Pulse Laser deposition
- Vacuumed diffusion pump
Strength
- Detail-oriented
- Multitasking
- Technical expertise
- Abilities in analysis
- Leadership capabilities
- Teamwork
- Personality traits
- A successful exchange
Achievements
- Awarded a Gold medal for achieving the highest academic standing at the University level for Bachelors of Technology
- Praxis Certified Chemistry Teacher -USA, International level Chemistry certification Exam.
Part time work experience in Canada
Part time work experience in Canada - (December 2021 - July 2022)
- Chemistry Teacher on Call at Khalsa Secondary School (Surrey)
- Math's tutor at Math4me learning institute (Surrey)
- AP Chemistry tutor at EyeLevel Learning (North Vancouver)
- Exam invigilator and Chem 121 lab aid at "Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) at Simon Fraser University" (Burnaby/Surrey Campus)
Responsibilities:
- Assist students in learning about chemical reactions, compounds, elements, molecules, atoms, and ions.
- Work at high schools and often utilize their abilities to instruct and motivate students.
- Making lesson plans, organizing and giving lectures, organizing and overseeing lab activities for students.
- Assigning Chemistry lab wok at Simon Fraser University - Surrey and Burnaby Campus.
Acknowledgement
I certify that the facts listed above are accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief, and I acknowledge that if those facts are later found to be false, I may be subject to punishment.
Shubhra Srivastava
Courses Taken at Master level Chemistry ,SFU
- Chem 801 - Student Seminar (Chemistry)
- Chem 802 - M.SC. Research Proposal and Examination
- Chem 759 - Special Topics in Organic Chemistry/Medicinal Chemistry
- Chem 839- Bio-Inorganic Chemistry
Software Skills
- MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point Powerpoint)
- SAS (Statistical analytical software)
- Chem-draw
- Inkscape
- Overleaf
- LaTeX
- C,C++
- Mercury
- Olex2
- Shelx
- CCDC (Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre)
Instruments include
- Single-crystal X-ray Diffractometer -XRD-(Bruker Smart APEX II)
- X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (NEXOE Benchtop)
- FTIR
- ICP-OES
- Optical Emission Spectrometer
- Raman Spectrometer
- PCR
- Silica Gel Column
- SDS PAGE/Acerose gel
- UV/VIS Spectrometer
- Acid digestion ,Microwave digestion, Electroplating
- Pulse Laser deposition
- Vacuumed diffusion pump
Strength
- Detail-oriented
- Multitasking
- Technical expertise
- Abilities in analysis
- Leadership capabilities
- Teamwork
- Personality traits
- A successful exchange
Achievements
- Awarded a Gold medal for achieving the highest academic standing at the University level for Bachelors of Technology
- Praxis Certified Chemistry Teacher -USA, International level Chemistry certification Exam.
Part time work experience in Canada
Part time work experience in Canada - (December 2021 - July 2022)
- Chemistry Teacher on Call at Khalsa Secondary School (Surrey)
- Math's tutor at Math4me learning institute (Surrey)
- AP Chemistry tutor at EyeLevel Learning (North Vancouver)
- Exam invigilator and Chem 121 lab aid at "Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) at Simon Fraser University" (Burnaby/Surrey Campus)
Responsibilities:
- Assist students in learning about chemical reactions, compounds, elements, molecules, atoms, and ions.
- Work at high schools and often utilize their abilities to instruct and motivate students.
- Making lesson plans, organizing and giving lectures, organizing and overseeing lab activities for students.
- Assigning Chemistry lab wok at Simon Fraser University - Surrey and Burnaby Campus.
Acknowledgement
I certify that the facts listed above are accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief, and I acknowledge that if those facts are later found to be false, I may be subject to punishment.
Shubhra Srivastava
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