Trudy (liying) Dai
Greenhithe,AUK
Summary
Driven analytical chemist with comprehensive hands-on experience in analyzing soil samples for clients across a wide range of industries, from pharmaceutical to mineral industry. Well-versed in all aspects of laboratory operations, including sample preparation and equipment maintenance. Comfortable using software to track and manage samples. Knowledgeable in various spectroscopy and general chemical techniques. Fluent in English and Chinese.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Analytical Chemist
Argenta Manufacturing Limited
03.2023 - Current
- Analyzed raw material for pharmaceutical industry using different methods.
- Developed and validated analytical methods for chemical analysis using AAS, HPLC and GC techniques.
- Tested product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations and viscosities.
- Monitored packaging and storage of hazardous materials and waste to comply with laboratory, state and federal safety regulations.
- Made decisions and executed changes based on process data, quality checks and test results to keep products at target and within specifications.
- Investigated causes of contamination or unexpected variations in test results in order to determine root cause of problems.
- Calibrated and validated laboratory equipment and instrumentation according to manufacturer recommendations.
Lab Technician
SGS New Zealand Ltd
09.2017 - 07.2021
- Analysis of geochemical, metallurgical and environmental samples by atomic absorption spectroscopy and mass spectroscopy
- To ensure all activities are carried out with regard and recognition of health and safety requirements and personal safety
- Conducted routine chemical analyses and tests to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment to prevent errors and breakdowns
- Efficently communicate with wider team particularly at shift handover on work priorities
- Acting as team leader to monitor team progress and enforced deadlines (when team leader was away).
- Handled administrative tasks for laboratory staff and overall operations
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Chemistry
Auckland University of Technology
12.2022
Graduate Diploma - Applied Business, Management
Whitireia
New Zealand05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry and Statistics
University of Auckland
01.2016
Skills
- Report and technical writing
- Chemical identification
- Optical emission spectroscopy
- Laboratory safety procedures
- Sample preparation and analysis
- Quality control
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Equipment testing and calibration
- Laboratory assay analysis
- Problem resolution
- Writing technical reports
- Statistical computing methods
- Statistical analysis
- Troubleshooting Techniques
Interests
Fishing, badminton, travelling and hiking
References
Referees available upon request
Timeline
Analytical Chemist
Argenta Manufacturing Limited
03.2023 - Current
Lab Technician
SGS New Zealand Ltd
09.2017 - 07.2021
Graduate Diploma - Applied Business, Management
Whitireia
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry and Statistics
University of Auckland
Postgraduate Diploma - Chemistry
Auckland University of Technology