Analytical Chemistry Consultant specializing in elastomer, plastic, medical and pharmaceutical packaging, and controlled environment agriculture.

Expertise

• Summary

  Over 45 years of experience as an analytical chemist in the rubber, plastics, and pharmaceutical industry (30 years) and as a technical consultant (15 years).   Knowledgeable in the major analytical chemistry methods – chromatography, spectroscopy, and wet chemistry.  International experience in Germany, Ukraine, and Uganda.  Effective problem solver with the ability to apply technical expertise and solutions to diverse situations successfully.

  • Analytical method development – HPLC,GCMS, and wet chemistry
  • Contract analytical lab experience – chromatography, FTIR, UV-Vis, NMR, SEM, TEM
  • Research and development in the automotive and pharmaceutical industries
  • cGMP, FDA, Extractables/Leachables and ICH Quality and Compliance.
  • Process analytical method development experience
  • R&D in the area of controlled environment agriculture - aeroponics

Experience

Undisclosed University          2018 - present

Adjunct Professor, Chemistry 

Teach research methods and course on aeroponics and food chemistry.

The Citadel          2019 - 2020

Adjunct Professor, Chemistry 

Taught 3 chemistry labs for non-science and engineering students.

Uganda Christian University          2016- 2018

Fulbright Specialist

Taught a 2-week short course on HPLC theory and method development. Assisted at the Food Science department to determine vitamin A and E in sweet potatoes and shea butter using HPLC. Taught practicals (labs) for 3 weeks in biochemistry and food chemistry in the Agricultural Science department.  Assisted in the development of a team of 3rd year agricultural students in developing a plan to build a greenhouse for growing tomatoes using irrigation techniques. Green- house constructed in and tomatoes  currently grown.

College of Charleston/ Trident Technical College 2015 

Adjunct Professor, Chemistry 

Taught introductory chemistry labs to engineering and non-science majors.

Uganda Christian University          2015 

Fulbright Specialist

Assisted in writing an introductory college chemistry primer for both lectures and labs for East Africa. Taught classes on soil analysis. Set-up newly purchased chemistry lab equipment.

Smithers Rapra Inc          2013- 2017 

Analytical Chemist 

Developed, conducted, and oversaw analytical testing on polymers and additives using gravimetric, spectroscopic, and wet chemical methods including HPLC, GCMS, NMR, ICP and AA for metals, FTIR, Karl Fischer for water, Soxhlet extractions, total sulfur analysis, ash analysis.

Uganda Christian University          2012-2013 

Fulbright Senior Lecturer 

Taught introductory chemistry to nurses and food chemistry and biochemistry to agricultural science students. Co-taught Special Projects course for agricultural students on how to write a research proposal. Assisted in establishing the first chemistry laboratory at UCU (Mukono, Uganda) for teaching practicals (labs). Formed a soil analysis company with 6 students to provide soil knowledge and wisdom to the farmers in Uganda.

SD Myers Inc. 

Innovation Center Consultant          2013- 2014 

Directed research projects involving identification of organic acids present in transformer oil using titrimetric analysis and chromatographic analysis - HPLC & GCMS. 

Director of the Myers Innovation Center          2011-2013 

Established an R&D program to bring new technology and products into the company for future development. 

Director of Diagnostic Analytical Services           2010-2011

Directed an analytical chemistry laboratory consisting of 43 technicians, scientists, and administrative personnel. The lab uses state-of-the-art analytical tools (headspace gas chromatography with FID, TCD, and ECD detection, automated HPLC and FT-IR, inductively coupled plasma- optical emission spectrometry, and several wet chemical techniques including Karl Fischer non-aqeous titration, acid number titration, interfacial tension, and specific gravity). The lab supports the largest lab/business in the North and South America that maintains electrical transformers by providing a complete diagnostic analysis of their insulation fluid and providing education and services to maximize their lifetime.

Manning Wood LLC          2007-2023

President

Launched a technical consulting business. Consulted in the area of analytical science related to polymers and pharmaceutical applications.  Served several clients in the US and China - testing lab, environmental lab, rubber consumer products company, pharma companies, rubber pharma products company. Refurbished and established the Karl Fischer titration method for measuring moisture in rubber samples for the testing lab. Taught Introductory Chemistry. Conducted Pharma Elastomer University seminar for two pharmaceutical companies as part of a consulting contract. Awarded Phase I SBIR grant to develop method to diagnose malaria. Taught Polymer Science for the Upward Bound Math & Science program and Basic Physiologic Chemistry. Joined the Sherwin Williams to expand consulting activities to include analytical chemical lab. Conducted workshop entitled “Medical Elastomer Technology”.

Institute of Single Crystals          2007 

Fulbright Senior Research Scholar

Conducted research on hydrogen bonding using microwave energy to acetylate several model iminocoumarines. These molecules are known to have biological activity. HPLC and NMR were used to analyze the reaction products. Assisted in translating an organic chemistry textbook from Russian to English and negotiating a book contract.

Abbott Laboratories until May 2004 when it became Hospira Inc. 

Technical Director          1996-2006 

Directed five groups (25 people) – Rubber, Plastic, Latex, Process Engineering, and Tool Engineering. Provided overall direction for the research and development activities at the plant. Responsible for developing new polymeric materials, products, processes, and supporting existing manufacturing processes.

Manager, Rubber Technology          1993-1995

Managed 9 chemists and technicians including the analytical lab. Developed of new rubber products mainly elastomeric closures, stoppers, plungers, reseals, baby bottle nipples, sponge, golf ball centers, and hot water bottles. Managed the implementation of several conversion programs from natural rubber based compounds to all synthetic polyisoprene compounds for baby bottle nipples and IV elastomeric components. Presented seminar on isoprene polymers synthetic vs. natural. Managed the implementation of rubber injection molding technology for production of pharmaceutical stoppers, syringe plungers, and IV components - sleeves, flashbacks and septa. Coordinated drug closure programs for several generic drug programs at Corporate R&D. Developed program to extrude and cure polyisoprene compound into tubing for use in irrigation surgical sets. Oversaw the testing of rubber closures for moisture content using Karl Fischer titrimetric analysis.   Upgraded the analytical lab with the purchase of a HPLC (DAD) with heart-cutting capabilities into a GC/MSD for characterization of rubber stopper impurities. Obtained a super-conducting 1H and 13C NMR spectrometer from Corporate for material testing. Solved analytical problems working cooperatively with Corporate R&D. Managed the development of a streamlined GC-TEA method for the determination of nitrosamines in baby bottle nipples. Presented seminars at Corp R&D to analytical chemists and pharmacists on Pharmaceutical Rubber Chemistry and a workshop on Analytical Chemistry of Rubber at Corporate R&D.  

Sr. Analytical Chemist (QA department)          1992- 1993   

Managed 2 technicians. Supported analytically the production of rubber and plastic medical and consumer products. Conducted audits in the R&D department. Supported corporate QA audit of the manufacturing plant. Developed new analytical testing instrumentation using fiber optics technology for QA release test for an acrylic clear multicuvette for clinical chemistry.  

ICI Americas, Specialty Chemicals          1991-1992 

Group Leader, Separation Science

Managed 2 professionals and 6 technicians. Responsible for analytical support to the various businesses within the Corporation.

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co          1976-1991

Senior Research Chemist, Methods Development (1976-1982) 
Developed over 30 new analytical methods for organic chemicals and polymers used in the rubber and chemical industry, trace analysis, air pollutants, wastewater, and FDA required analyses of extractables in polyester beverage containers.  

Section Head, Methods Development (1982-1991) 
Managed 7-15 professionals- PhDs and technicians. Developed analytical methods using GC, HPLC, GC/MS, GPC, IC, 1H and 13C NMR, IR, NIR, UV, AA, pyrolysis MS, fiber optic UV/NIR, flow injection analysis (FIA), and wet chemistry. These methods were designed for both R&D project support and implementation in plant analytical laboratories for QA analyses.  

As section head coordinated and directed method development effort; consulted/advised technical personnel on analysis problems; kept abreast of current literature to maintain application of state-of-the-art technology; evaluated and recommended purchase of analytical instrumentation, maintain inventory file of in-house analytical methods; performed administrative tasks related to personnel.  

Initiated company sponsorship of the Center for Process Analytical Chemistry. Represented the company on the advisory board. Developed programs and expertise in process analytical techniques - fiber optic remote spectroscopy, near infrared reflectance, chemometrics, FIA, process GC, and pulsed NMR.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Awarded Fulbright scholarship to teach chemistry at Uganda Christian University and Fulbright Specialist.  
• Established a chemistry teaching laboratory at Uganda Christian University. Developed curriculum for teaching chemistry lab courses in biochemistry and food chemistry.  
• Formed a soil analysis start-up company, GREEN UCU, and trained 9 students how to organize a technical company, develop a business model, and train the students in the lab procedures and analytical procedures.  
• Taught chemistry and polymer chemistry courses. Awarded Polymer Teacher of the Month.
• Conducted workshops on Medical Elastomer Technology. Taught polymer science to high school students in a summer program – Upward Bound Science and Math.  
• Launched a successful consulting business focused on analytical science related to polymers and medical applications.  
• Awarded SBIR grant to develop method for diagnosing malaria.
  - Developed analytical method to measure surface chlorine on medical rubber parts 
  - Gave keynote speech at polymer processing conference for Pharma company - Consulted on medical rubber components at 2 Pharma companies 
  - Wrote Phase I and II SBIR proposals for malaria research  
• Awarded Fulbright scholarship to conduct research in analytical chemistry in Ukraine 
• Managed a R&D group focused on the development of elastomeric formulations for pharmaceutical applications.  
• Managed the development of rubber injection-compression molding technology for the production of pharmaceutical elastomer closures and IV set components.
• Coordinated the conversion of several pharmaceutical and consumer products from rubber compounds containing natural rubber to a synthetic polyisoprene equivalent material.
• Developed a diode array/fiber optic based clear acrylic multicuvette analyzer as a QA release test for production of the medical diagnostic cuvettes to insure optical clarity.
• Managed a R&D group focused on rubber analytical chemistry.
  - Developed 30+ analytical methods based on chromatographic techniques.
  - Initiated PAC program, purchased 5 process analyzers i.e. NIR and fiber optic remote spectroscopy.
  - Demonstrated the application of FORS (fiber optic remote spectroscopy) for monitoring polymerization catalyst levels, determining percent polymer solids in polymer cement, measuring acrylonitrile in an aqueous recycle stream, monitoring molten (250°C) PET, and tracking uniformity of rubber mixing in an extruder 
  - Developed NIR reflectance and transmission methods for measuring polymer functional groups, polymer additives, polymer microstructure, silicone in resin, oil in rubber, powdered chemical mixture compositions, and ppm levels of an organic solvent in wastewater  

Undisclosed University          2018 - present

Adjunct Professor, Chemistry 

Teach research methods and course on aeroponics and food chemistry.

The Citadel          2019 - 2020

Adjunct Professor, Chemistry 

Taught 3 chemistry labs for non-science and engineering students.

Uganda Christian University          2016- 2018

Fulbright Specialist

Taught a 2-week short course on HPLC theory and method development. Assisted at the Food Science department to determine vitamin A and E in sweet potatoes and shea butter using HPLC. Taught practicals (labs) for 3 weeks in biochemistry and food chemistry in the Agricultural Science department.  Assisted in the development of a team of 3rd year agricultural students in developing a plan to build a greenhouse for growing tomatoes using irrigation techniques. Green- house constructed in and tomatoes  currently grown.

College of Charleston/ Trident Technical College 2015 

Adjunct Professor, Chemistry 

Taught introductory chemistry labs to engineering and non-science majors.

Uganda Christian University          2015 

Fulbright Specialist

Assisted in writing an introductory college chemistry primer for both lectures and labs for East Africa. Taught classes on soil analysis. Set-up newly purchased chemistry lab equipment.

Smithers Rapra Inc          2013- 2017 

Analytical Chemist 

Developed, conducted, and oversaw analytical testing on polymers and additives using gravimetric, spectroscopic, and wet chemical methods including HPLC, GCMS, NMR, ICP and AA for metals, FTIR, Karl Fischer for water, Soxhlet extractions, total sulfur analysis, ash analysis.

Uganda Christian University          2012-2013 

Fulbright Senior Lecturer 

Taught introductory chemistry to nurses and food chemistry and biochemistry to agricultural science students. Co-taught Special Projects course for agricultural students on how to write a research proposal. Assisted in establishing the first chemistry laboratory at UCU (Mukono, Uganda) for teaching practicals (labs). Formed a soil analysis company with 6 students to provide soil knowledge and wisdom to the farmers in Uganda.

SD Myers Inc. 

Innovation Center Consultant          2013- 2014 

Directed research projects involving identification of organic acids present in transformer oil using titrimetric analysis and chromatographic analysis - HPLC & GCMS. 

Director of the Myers Innovation Center          2011-2013 

Established an R&D program to bring new technology and products into the company for future development. 

Director of Diagnostic Analytical Services           2010-2011

Directed an analytical chemistry laboratory consisting of 43 technicians, scientists, and administrative personnel. The lab uses state-of-the-art analytical tools (headspace gas chromatography with FID, TCD, and ECD detection, automated HPLC and FT-IR, inductively coupled plasma- optical emission spectrometry, and several wet chemical techniques including Karl Fischer non-aqeous titration, acid number titration, interfacial tension, and specific gravity). The lab supports the largest lab/business in the North and South America that maintains electrical transformers by providing a complete diagnostic analysis of their insulation fluid and providing education and services to maximize their lifetime.

Manning Wood LLC          2007-2023

President

Launched a technical consulting business. Consulted in the area of analytical science related to polymers and pharmaceutical applications.  Served several clients in the US and China - testing lab, environmental lab, rubber consumer products company, pharma companies, rubber pharma products company. Refurbished and established the Karl Fischer titration method for measuring moisture in rubber samples for the testing lab. Taught Introductory Chemistry. Conducted Pharma Elastomer University seminar for two pharmaceutical companies as part of a consulting contract. Awarded Phase I SBIR grant to develop method to diagnose malaria. Taught Polymer Science for the Upward Bound Math & Science program and Basic Physiologic Chemistry. Joined the Sherwin Williams to expand consulting activities to include analytical chemical lab. Conducted workshop entitled “Medical Elastomer Technology”.

Institute of Single Crystals          2007 

Fulbright Senior Research Scholar

Conducted research on hydrogen bonding using microwave energy to acetylate several model iminocoumarines. These molecules are known to have biological activity. HPLC and NMR were used to analyze the reaction products. Assisted in translating an organic chemistry textbook from Russian to English and negotiating a book contract.

Abbott Laboratories until May 2004 when it became Hospira Inc. 

Technical Director          1996-2006 

Directed five groups (25 people) – Rubber, Plastic, Latex, Process Engineering, and Tool Engineering. Provided overall direction for the research and development activities at the plant. Responsible for developing new polymeric materials, products, processes, and supporting existing manufacturing processes.

Manager, Rubber Technology          1993-1995

Managed 9 chemists and technicians including the analytical lab. Developed of new rubber products mainly elastomeric closures, stoppers, plungers, reseals, baby bottle nipples, sponge, golf ball centers, and hot water bottles. Managed the implementation of several conversion programs from natural rubber based compounds to all synthetic polyisoprene compounds for baby bottle nipples and IV elastomeric components. Presented seminar on isoprene polymers synthetic vs. natural. Managed the implementation of rubber injection molding technology for production of pharmaceutical stoppers, syringe plungers, and IV components - sleeves, flashbacks and septa. Coordinated drug closure programs for several generic drug programs at Corporate R&D. Developed program to extrude and cure polyisoprene compound into tubing for use in irrigation surgical sets. Oversaw the testing of rubber closures for moisture content using Karl Fischer titrimetric analysis.   Upgraded the analytical lab with the purchase of a HPLC (DAD) with heart-cutting capabilities into a GC/MSD for characterization of rubber stopper impurities. Obtained a super-conducting 1H and 13C NMR spectrometer from Corporate for material testing. Solved analytical problems working cooperatively with Corporate R&D. Managed the development of a streamlined GC-TEA method for the determination of nitrosamines in baby bottle nipples. Presented seminars at Corp R&D to analytical chemists and pharmacists on Pharmaceutical Rubber Chemistry and a workshop on Analytical Chemistry of Rubber at Corporate R&D.  

Sr. Analytical Chemist (QA department)          1992- 1993   

Managed 2 technicians. Supported analytically the production of rubber and plastic medical and consumer products. Conducted audits in the R&D department. Supported corporate QA audit of the manufacturing plant. Developed new analytical testing instrumentation using fiber optics technology for QA release test for an acrylic clear multicuvette for clinical chemistry.  

ICI Americas, Specialty Chemicals          1991-1992 

Group Leader, Separation Science

Managed 2 professionals and 6 technicians. Responsible for analytical support to the various businesses within the Corporation.

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co          1976-1991

Senior Research Chemist, Methods Development (1976-1982) 
Developed over 30 new analytical methods for organic chemicals and polymers used in the rubber and chemical industry, trace analysis, air pollutants, wastewater, and FDA required analyses of extractables in polyester beverage containers.  

Section Head, Methods Development (1982-1991) 
Managed 7-15 professionals- PhDs and technicians. Developed analytical methods using GC, HPLC, GC/MS, GPC, IC, 1H and 13C NMR, IR, NIR, UV, AA, pyrolysis MS, fiber optic UV/NIR, flow injection analysis (FIA), and wet chemistry. These methods were designed for both R&D project support and implementation in plant analytical laboratories for QA analyses.  

As section head coordinated and directed method development effort; consulted/advised technical personnel on analysis problems; kept abreast of current literature to maintain application of state-of-the-art technology; evaluated and recommended purchase of analytical instrumentation, maintain inventory file of in-house analytical methods; performed administrative tasks related to personnel.  

Initiated company sponsorship of the Center for Process Analytical Chemistry. Represented the company on the advisory board. Developed programs and expertise in process analytical techniques - fiber optic remote spectroscopy, near infrared reflectance, chemometrics, FIA, process GC, and pulsed NMR.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Awarded Fulbright scholarship to teach chemistry at Uganda Christian University and Fulbright Specialist.  
• Established a chemistry teaching laboratory at Uganda Christian University. Developed curriculum for teaching chemistry lab courses in biochemistry and food chemistry.  
• Formed a soil analysis start-up company, GREEN UCU, and trained 9 students how to organize a technical company, develop a business model, and train the students in the lab procedures and analytical procedures.  
• Taught chemistry and polymer chemistry courses. Awarded Polymer Teacher of the Month.
• Conducted workshops on Medical Elastomer Technology. Taught polymer science to high school students in a summer program – Upward Bound Science and Math.  
• Launched a successful consulting business focused on analytical science related to polymers and medical applications.  
• Awarded SBIR grant to develop method for diagnosing malaria.
  - Developed analytical method to measure surface chlorine on medical rubber parts 
  - Gave keynote speech at polymer processing conference for Pharma company - Consulted on medical rubber components at 2 Pharma companies 
  - Wrote Phase I and II SBIR proposals for malaria research  
• Awarded Fulbright scholarship to conduct research in analytical chemistry in Ukraine 
• Managed a R&D group focused on the development of elastomeric formulations for pharmaceutical applications.  
• Managed the development of rubber injection-compression molding technology for the production of pharmaceutical elastomer closures and IV set components.
• Coordinated the conversion of several pharmaceutical and consumer products from rubber compounds containing natural rubber to a synthetic polyisoprene equivalent material.
• Developed a diode array/fiber optic based clear acrylic multicuvette analyzer as a QA release test for production of the medical diagnostic cuvettes to insure optical clarity.
• Managed a R&D group focused on rubber analytical chemistry.
  - Developed 30+ analytical methods based on chromatographic techniques.
  - Initiated PAC program, purchased 5 process analyzers i.e. NIR and fiber optic remote spectroscopy.
  - Demonstrated the application of FORS (fiber optic remote spectroscopy) for monitoring polymerization catalyst levels, determining percent polymer solids in polymer cement, measuring acrylonitrile in an aqueous recycle stream, monitoring molten (250°C) PET, and tracking uniformity of rubber mixing in an extruder 
  - Developed NIR reflectance and transmission methods for measuring polymer functional groups, polymer additives, polymer microstructure, silicone in resin, oil in rubber, powdered chemical mixture compositions, and ppm levels of an organic solvent in wastewater  

Undisclosed University          2018 - present

Adjunct Professor, Chemistry 

Teach research methods and course on aeroponics and food chemistry.

The Citadel          2019 - 2020

Adjunct Professor, Chemistry 

Taught 3 chemistry labs for non-science and engineering students.

Uganda Christian University          2016- 2018

Fulbright Specialist

Taught a 2-week short course on HPLC theory and method development. Assisted at the Food Science department to determine vitamin A and E in sweet potatoes and shea butter using HPLC. Taught practicals (labs) for 3 weeks in biochemistry and food chemistry in the Agricultural Science department.  Assisted in the development of a team of 3rd year agricultural students in developing a plan to build a greenhouse for growing tomatoes using irrigation techniques. Green- house constructed in and tomatoes  currently grown.

College of Charleston/ Trident Technical College 2015 

Adjunct Professor, Chemistry 

Taught introductory chemistry labs to engineering and non-science majors.

Uganda Christian University          2015 

Fulbright Specialist

Assisted in writing an introductory college chemistry primer for both lectures and labs for East Africa. Taught classes on soil analysis. Set-up newly purchased chemistry lab equipment.

Smithers Rapra Inc          2013- 2017 

Analytical Chemist 

Developed, conducted, and oversaw analytical testing on polymers and additives using gravimetric, spectroscopic, and wet chemical methods including HPLC, GCMS, NMR, ICP and AA for metals, FTIR, Karl Fischer for water, Soxhlet extractions, total sulfur analysis, ash analysis.

Uganda Christian University          2012-2013 

Fulbright Senior Lecturer 

Taught introductory chemistry to nurses and food chemistry and biochemistry to agricultural science students. Co-taught Special Projects course for agricultural students on how to write a research proposal. Assisted in establishing the first chemistry laboratory at UCU (Mukono, Uganda) for teaching practicals (labs). Formed a soil analysis company with 6 students to provide soil knowledge and wisdom to the farmers in Uganda.

SD Myers Inc. 

Innovation Center Consultant          2013- 2014 

Directed research projects involving identification of organic acids present in transformer oil using titrimetric analysis and chromatographic analysis - HPLC & GCMS. 

Director of the Myers Innovation Center          2011-2013 

Established an R&D program to bring new technology and products into the company for future development. 

Director of Diagnostic Analytical Services           2010-2011

Directed an analytical chemistry laboratory consisting of 43 technicians, scientists, and administrative personnel. The lab uses state-of-the-art analytical tools (headspace gas chromatography with FID, TCD, and ECD detection, automated HPLC and FT-IR, inductively coupled plasma- optical emission spectrometry, and several wet chemical techniques including Karl Fischer non-aqeous titration, acid number titration, interfacial tension, and specific gravity). The lab supports the largest lab/business in the North and South America that maintains electrical transformers by providing a complete diagnostic analysis of their insulation fluid and providing education and services to maximize their lifetime.

Manning Wood LLC          2007-2023

President

Launched a technical consulting business. Consulted in the area of analytical science related to polymers and pharmaceutical applications.  Served several clients in the US and China - testing lab, environmental lab, rubber consumer products company, pharma companies, rubber pharma products company. Refurbished and established the Karl Fischer titration method for measuring moisture in rubber samples for the testing lab. Taught Introductory Chemistry. Conducted Pharma Elastomer University seminar for two pharmaceutical companies as part of a consulting contract. Awarded Phase I SBIR grant to develop method to diagnose malaria. Taught Polymer Science for the Upward Bound Math & Science program and Basic Physiologic Chemistry. Joined the Sherwin Williams to expand consulting activities to include analytical chemical lab. Conducted workshop entitled “Medical Elastomer Technology”.

Institute of Single Crystals          2007 

Fulbright Senior Research Scholar

Conducted research on hydrogen bonding using microwave energy to acetylate several model iminocoumarines. These molecules are known to have biological activity. HPLC and NMR were used to analyze the reaction products. Assisted in translating an organic chemistry textbook from Russian to English and negotiating a book contract.

Abbott Laboratories until May 2004 when it became Hospira Inc. 

Technical Director          1996-2006 

Directed five groups (25 people) – Rubber, Plastic, Latex, Process Engineering, and Tool Engineering. Provided overall direction for the research and development activities at the plant. Responsible for developing new polymeric materials, products, processes, and supporting existing manufacturing processes.

Manager, Rubber Technology          1993-1995

Managed 9 chemists and technicians including the analytical lab. Developed of new rubber products mainly elastomeric closures, stoppers, plungers, reseals, baby bottle nipples, sponge, golf ball centers, and hot water bottles. Managed the implementation of several conversion programs from natural rubber based compounds to all synthetic polyisoprene compounds for baby bottle nipples and IV elastomeric components. Presented seminar on isoprene polymers synthetic vs. natural. Managed the implementation of rubber injection molding technology for production of pharmaceutical stoppers, syringe plungers, and IV components - sleeves, flashbacks and septa. Coordinated drug closure programs for several generic drug programs at Corporate R&D. Developed program to extrude and cure polyisoprene compound into tubing for use in irrigation surgical sets. Oversaw the testing of rubber closures for moisture content using Karl Fischer titrimetric analysis.   Upgraded the analytical lab with the purchase of a HPLC (DAD) with heart-cutting capabilities into a GC/MSD for characterization of rubber stopper impurities. Obtained a super-conducting 1H and 13C NMR spectrometer from Corporate for material testing. Solved analytical problems working cooperatively with Corporate R&D. Managed the development of a streamlined GC-TEA method for the determination of nitrosamines in baby bottle nipples. Presented seminars at Corp R&D to analytical chemists and pharmacists on Pharmaceutical Rubber Chemistry and a workshop on Analytical Chemistry of Rubber at Corporate R&D.  

Sr. Analytical Chemist (QA department)          1992- 1993   

Managed 2 technicians. Supported analytically the production of rubber and plastic medical and consumer products. Conducted audits in the R&D department. Supported corporate QA audit of the manufacturing plant. Developed new analytical testing instrumentation using fiber optics technology for QA release test for an acrylic clear multicuvette for clinical chemistry.  

ICI Americas, Specialty Chemicals          1991-1992 

Group Leader, Separation Science

Managed 2 professionals and 6 technicians. Responsible for analytical support to the various businesses within the Corporation.

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co          1976-1991

Senior Research Chemist, Methods Development (1976-1982) 
Developed over 30 new analytical methods for organic chemicals and polymers used in the rubber and chemical industry, trace analysis, air pollutants, wastewater, and FDA required analyses of extractables in polyester beverage containers.  

Section Head, Methods Development (1982-1991) 
Managed 7-15 professionals- PhDs and technicians. Developed analytical methods using GC, HPLC, GC/MS, GPC, IC, 1H and 13C NMR, IR, NIR, UV, AA, pyrolysis MS, fiber optic UV/NIR, flow injection analysis (FIA), and wet chemistry. These methods were designed for both R&D project support and implementation in plant analytical laboratories for QA analyses.  

As section head coordinated and directed method development effort; consulted/advised technical personnel on analysis problems; kept abreast of current literature to maintain application of state-of-the-art technology; evaluated and recommended purchase of analytical instrumentation, maintain inventory file of in-house analytical methods; performed administrative tasks related to personnel.  

Initiated company sponsorship of the Center for Process Analytical Chemistry. Represented the company on the advisory board. Developed programs and expertise in process analytical techniques - fiber optic remote spectroscopy, near infrared reflectance, chemometrics, FIA, process GC, and pulsed NMR.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Awarded Fulbright scholarship to teach chemistry at Uganda Christian University and Fulbright Specialist.  
• Established a chemistry teaching laboratory at Uganda Christian University. Developed curriculum for teaching chemistry lab courses in biochemistry and food chemistry.  
• Formed a soil analysis start-up company, GREEN UCU, and trained 9 students how to organize a technical company, develop a business model, and train the students in the lab procedures and analytical procedures.  
• Taught chemistry and polymer chemistry courses. Awarded Polymer Teacher of the Month.
• Conducted workshops on Medical Elastomer Technology. Taught polymer science to high school students in a summer program – Upward Bound Science and Math.  
• Launched a successful consulting business focused on analytical science related to polymers and medical applications.  
• Awarded SBIR grant to develop method for diagnosing malaria.
  - Developed analytical method to measure surface chlorine on medical rubber parts 
  - Gave keynote speech at polymer processing conference for Pharma company - Consulted on medical rubber components at 2 Pharma companies 
  - Wrote Phase I and II SBIR proposals for malaria research  
• Awarded Fulbright scholarship to conduct research in analytical chemistry in Ukraine 
• Managed a R&D group focused on the development of elastomeric formulations for pharmaceutical applications.  
• Managed the development of rubber injection-compression molding technology for the production of pharmaceutical elastomer closures and IV set components.
• Coordinated the conversion of several pharmaceutical and consumer products from rubber compounds containing natural rubber to a synthetic polyisoprene equivalent material.
• Developed a diode array/fiber optic based clear acrylic multicuvette analyzer as a QA release test for production of the medical diagnostic cuvettes to insure optical clarity.
• Managed a R&D group focused on rubber analytical chemistry.
  - Developed 30+ analytical methods based on chromatographic techniques.
  - Initiated PAC program, purchased 5 process analyzers i.e. NIR and fiber optic remote spectroscopy.
  - Demonstrated the application of FORS (fiber optic remote spectroscopy) for monitoring polymerization catalyst levels, determining percent polymer solids in polymer cement, measuring acrylonitrile in an aqueous recycle stream, monitoring molten (250°C) PET, and tracking uniformity of rubber mixing in an extruder 
  - Developed NIR reflectance and transmission methods for measuring polymer functional groups, polymer additives, polymer microstructure, silicone in resin, oil in rubber, powdered chemical mixture compositions, and ppm levels of an organic solvent in wastewater  

Honors & Publications

Written 2 Books about Aeroponics and Azaheterocycles.

Published 9 Journal Articles & Gave 8 Presentations.

(Additional Information is available upon request.)

Education

• Ph.D. Chemistry, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH
• B.A.   Chemistry, Houghton College, Houghton, NY