Asher Masters
Woombye,Australia
Summary
Completed Project Manager certifications (CAPM/PRINCE2) in late 2024 to mid 2025. I am a Project Manager with a proven track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams to deliver results on complex projects within technical fields. Expertise in Project Management, Chemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Environmental Science, editing, data analysis and production & interpretation of technical documentation. I am committed to innovative management and project delivery, while fostering a collaborative work-culture. I have experience in university lecturing and other teaching methodologies. In the future, I see myself as a technically-adept Project Manager, working either remotely or on the Sunshine Coast. I would excel in a task portfolio wherein mechanistic understanding and optimisation were required. I am driven to deliver success, and very much results oriented. I speak fluent German. Previously known as Dr Kye-Simeon Masters.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Examiner and Unit Exam Creator (First-Year Chemistry)
University of Southern Queensland
04.2018 - Current
- Applied pedagogical expertise to design fair and rigorous exam questions to challenge students at appropriate cognitive levels.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts and educators to review and refine exam content, incorporating feedback to continuously improve assessment validity and reliability while maintaining strict adherence to educational standards and guidelines.
Labourer
Versatile Homes
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Labouring on residential construction sites for Versatile Homes (Foreman: Jono Webb).
Field Worker (Volunteer)
Queensland Parks & Wildlife Services
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Field work volunteering for QPWS.
- Track work, site management, noxious weed management, fire management program.
Vice-Chancellor's Research Fellow, Project Manager, Lecturer
Queensland University of Technology
01.2013 - 12.2016
- Managed complex research projects from conception to completion as a Project Manager, demonstrating expertise in grant writing, budget management, and interdisciplinary collaboration to secure funding and resources essential for the success of scientific investigations in the field of organic chemistry.
- Delivered engaging lectures and facilitated interactive discussions as a Lecturer in Chemistry, leveraging in-depth subject matter expertise and effective communication skills to convey complex scientific concepts to undergraduate/graduate students.
Michael J Fox Foundation Research Fellow (Medicinal Chemistry)
H Lundbeck A/S
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Spearheaded cutting-edge research initiatives in Medicinal Chemistry, contributing to interdisciplinary teams for novel drug candidates’ discovery, targeting specific disease pathways, demonstrating proficiency in molecular design and synthesis of therapeutic interventions for Parkinson’s Disease.
- Patented proprietary research and presented findings to group/divisional meetings.
- Collaborated with industry partner companies to translate research findings into practical applications, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Alexander Von Humboldt Foundation Research Fellow (Natural Product & Methodology Chemistry)
Braese Group, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
02.2010 - 11.2011
- As a Research Fellow in Chemistry, conducted pioneering investigations into fundamental chemical processes.
- Secured competitive research grants & fellowships to support independent research endeavors, demonstrating strong grant writing skills and a track record of successful funding acquisition.
Departmental Research Fellow (Organo-Transition Metal Catalysis & Methodology Chemistry)
Maes Group, Antwerp University
08.2008 - 11.2009
- Conducted cutting-edge research within a collaborative team environment.
- Played a pivotal role in securing external grants to support departmental research initiatives, demonstrating expertise in proposal writing, budget management, and project coordination.
- Presented research findings at research group meetings, conferences, and symposiums, effectively communicating complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences.
Postdoctoral Chemist (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient Development)
The Institute of Drug Technology
09.2007 - 08.2008
- As a Postdoctoral Development Chemist, spearheaded research projects focused on the design and optimization of synthetic routes for novel active pharmaceutical ingredients, demonstrating expertise in organic synthesis, up-scaling, spectroscopic & spectrometric analysis to enable access to a novel pharmaceutical entities.
Education
PRINCE2 Practitioner - Project Management
The Knowledge Academy
Online 05.2025 - 06.2025
PRINCE2 Foundation - Project Management
The Knowledge Academy
Online 01.2025 - 05.2025
Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM) - Project Management
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Online 07.2024 - 12.2024
Master of Arts -
University of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD, Australia 02.2021 - 07.2023
Master of Science -
University of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD, Australia 02.2019 - 11.2020
Doctor of Philosophy (Organic Chemistry) - Synthetic Organic Chemistry
Monash University
Parkville, VIC, Australia 02.2004 - 08.2008
Skills
- Project Management
- Problem-Solving
- Technical Documentation
- Internal/External/International Collaboration
- Technical Communication
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Risk Management
- Time/Milestone Management
- Microsoft Office/Project
- Resource allocation management
- Change Development & Implementation
- Qualitative Compliance (Legislation etc)
- Project Planning
- Project Life Cycles
- Team Leadership & Management
- Written/Oral Communication
- Professional Reporting
- Analytical Skills
- Optimisation of Parameters
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Environmental Governance
- Secondary/Tertiary Education
- Cryptocurrencies
- Renewable Energy Industry
Publications
Reports: 69 technical publications drafted, edited and submitted for peer-reviewed journals, one book, an unpublished novel, and two patents. List available on request. Powerpoint Presentations: 30+ Microsoft Powerpoint presentations at Departmental/Faculty symposia & National/International conferences. List available on request., Grants: More than AUD $1,000,000 of research funding and other grants. List available on request.
References
Available upon request.
Internet Presence
- LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/asher-masters-566741a/
- Google Scholar, https://scholar.google.com.au/citations?user=sdCHcfYAAAAJ&hl=en
- ResearchGate, https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Kye-Simeon-Masters
- Typeset, https://typeset.io/authors/kye-simeon-masters-47zzv9fi3w
- Ad Scientific Index, https://www.adscientificindex.com/scientist/kye-simeon-masters/125596
Timeline
PRINCE2 Practitioner - Project Management
The Knowledge Academy
05.2025 - 06.2025
PRINCE2 Foundation - Project Management
The Knowledge Academy
01.2025 - 05.2025
Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM) - Project Management
Project Management Institute (PMI)
07.2024 - 12.2024
Master of Arts -
University of Southern Queensland
02.2021 - 07.2023
Labourer
Versatile Homes
01.2021 - 12.2021
Master of Science -
University of Southern Queensland
02.2019 - 11.2020
Field Worker (Volunteer)
Queensland Parks & Wildlife Services
01.2019 - 09.2019
Examiner and Unit Exam Creator (First-Year Chemistry)
University of Southern Queensland
04.2018 - Current
Vice-Chancellor's Research Fellow, Project Manager, Lecturer
Queensland University of Technology
01.2013 - 12.2016
Michael J Fox Foundation Research Fellow (Medicinal Chemistry)
H Lundbeck A/S
01.2011 - 01.2012
Alexander Von Humboldt Foundation Research Fellow (Natural Product & Methodology Chemistry)
Braese Group, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
02.2010 - 11.2011
Departmental Research Fellow (Organo-Transition Metal Catalysis & Methodology Chemistry)
Maes Group, Antwerp University
08.2008 - 11.2009
Postdoctoral Chemist (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient Development)
The Institute of Drug Technology
09.2007 - 08.2008
Doctor of Philosophy (Organic Chemistry) - Synthetic Organic Chemistry
Monash University
02.2004 - 08.2008
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