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Work History
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Certification
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Additional Information - Technical Skills
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Jaymi Keegan

Highton,VIC

Summary

Chemist with 5+ years' experience working in both research and development, and the analytical space. Demonstrated success in the analytical characterisation of metal alloy products and their intermediates, as well as design and presentation of meaningful data to key stakeholders. Experience working as part of a research group, as well as working independently towards individual research targets.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Analyst

Scale Facilitation
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • Analyzed large volume of data to identify patterns, trends and correlations.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing research findings and recommendations for further action.
  • Created and maintained database to store research data.
  • Stayed up-to-date with industry trends and developments to conduct relevant and valuable research.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with scientists and stakeholders at most Australian Universities, to expand knowledge and access to information.
  • Collected and analyzed data from variety of sources to create detailed market research reports for top-level decision makers.
  • Unfortunately this role was ended prematurely due to the organisation running into insolvency.

Chemical Engineer

Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation
01.2019 - 06.2021
  • Assisted in the manual processing and operation of chemical reactors and high temperature systems.
  • Performed analytical research of metal alloy (predominately titanium-6-4), using SEM microscopy, LECO O/N analysis, ICP-OES, XRD, LIBS, FTIR.
  • Assisting in the development and establishment of novel analytical processes, including scientific writing associated.
  • Carried out scientific activities involving pyrophoric metal production and materials testing, as well as performing metallographic sample preparation
  • Maintained the safe operation of key laboratory equipment in the light metals area, particularly ultra-low-oxygen glove box systems.
  • Provided First Aid for East End of Clayton Site, trained additionally in first aid for burns and mental health.
  • Evaluated safety processes and procedures to check safety of working conditions.
  • Determined corrective actions for maintenance when equipment failed or required repairs.

Research and Development Chemist

Ensign Laboratories
04.2018 - 01.2019
  • Formulated cosmetic and therapeutic formulations, based on input from customers
  • Scaled up formulations from bench-scale to commercial size batches
  • Performed stability and packaging testing
  • Performed research on SPF and UVA testing, using personal formulations of inorganic sunscreen.
  • Maintained regulatory compliance for all projects.
  • Collaborated with Analytical and Validation team on product development projects.
  • Modified and adapted standard methods and procedures to solve analytical problems.
  • Developed laboratory testing programs and data analysis while adhering to SOPs, ECOs, batch records and work instructions.

Analytical Chemist

Ensign Laboratories
07.2016 - 04.2018
  • Used, maintained and troubleshooted HPLC, GC, IC and ICP instrumentation.
  • Prepared of standard solutions/test solutions for use in quality control testing.
  • Analysed raw material and finished goods products for purity, using complex wet chemistry techniques.
  • Carried out laboratory tests and experiments to analyze, identify and isolate chemical compounds.
  • Performed standardized tests on organic and inorganic compounds to observe fundamental differences in properties.
  • Trained junior laboratory analysts.
  • Maintained a high-level understanding and adhering to GLP, GMP and TGA guidelines.
  • Supported senior research and development chemists.
  • Validated new or revised methods for analysis and production efficiency.

Student Research Assistant

Defence Science and Technology Organisation
02.2015 - 01.2016
  • Contributed to both individual and group work-packages within aerosol and vapor production.
  • Assisted with characterisation, detection and testing in the Chemical and Biological Defence program.
  • Built fluorescent aerosol production device and performed testing on materials exposed to aerosol.
  • Established a secondary method to collect both aerosol and vapor data from a programmed CARTMAN defence robot.
  • Held a Baseline Security Clearance.

Education

Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) -

Swinburne University of Technology
01.2016

Skills

  • Project Leadership
  • Critical Thinking
  • Effective Communication
  • Research and Development
  • Data Analytics
  • Science Writing
  • First Aid
  • Attention to Detail
  • Strong Analytical Skills

Certification

  • First Aid and CPR (refresher), St Johns Ambulance, 2020
  • Mental Health First Aid, CSIRO, 2019
  • Radiation Safety Officer, National On-Site Training (CSIRO), 2018

Affiliations

Royal Australian Chemical Institute, Chartered Chemist Member, 2012 - Current

Additional Information - Technical Skills

  • HPLC - High Performance Liquid Chromatography
  • GC - Gas Chromatography
  • IC - Ion Chromatography
  • ICP - Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectroscopy
  • FTIR - Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy
  • XRD - X-Ray Diffraction
  • SEM - Scanning Electron Microscopy

Volunteer Experience

Victorian Ice Racing Association, Board Member - Racing Secretary 2020 - 2022

St John of God Hospital, Day Surgical Ward - Patient Services 2023 - Current

References

Available on request

Timeline

Research Analyst

Scale Facilitation
01.2023 - 09.2023

Chemical Engineer

Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation
01.2019 - 06.2021

Research and Development Chemist

Ensign Laboratories
04.2018 - 01.2019

Analytical Chemist

Ensign Laboratories
07.2016 - 04.2018

Student Research Assistant

Defence Science and Technology Organisation
02.2015 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) -

Swinburne University of Technology

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