CHIEF CHEMIST, 01/1989 to 09/2011
Eurofins-Strasburger & Siegel – Hanover, MD
Advised analysts and management on chemical analysis concerns
Expert in food and environmental analysis with high quality output
Expert in area of food fraud and authenticity testing methodologies
Implemented and coached chemists with technical laboratory functions in compliance with regulatory agencies and safety requirements
Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
Introduced methods to repair, calibrate and safely operate laboratory equipment to reduce costly instrument downtime