Ruby Zhang
Perth,WA
Summary
Detail-oriented Laboratory Technician with experience in organic and analytical laboratory testing within environmental and mining laboratories. Skilled in chemical analysis, sample preparation, calibration of laboratory equipment, and QA/QC procedures. Experienced in volatile and semi-volatile compound testing, as well as mineral sample preparation and instrumental analysis, including XRF and TGA. Proficient in LIMS data management and adherence to strict SOP requirements. Strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and maintaining high-quality results in fast-paced laboratory settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Lab Technician
Eurofins
Welshpool, WA
01.2024 - Current
- Performed routine and non-routine laboratory analyses of volatile and semi-volatile compounds, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with standard methods, including PFAS, TRH, phenols, OCOP, MBAS, EDTA, acrylamide, organotin, oil and grease, and bifenthrin, etc.
- Conducted routine calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment, including dispensers, autopipettes, and balances, ensuring measurement accuracy and reliability.
- Prepared working and calibration standards across various analytical methods, including surrogate standards, matrix spikes, and internal standards, ensuring compliance with quality control requirements.
- Prepared and standardized reagents, solutions, and solvents for daily analytical testing, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with laboratory protocols.
Laboratory Technician
Intertek Robotics Laboratory
Pilbara, WA
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted mineral sample preparation (crushing, milling, splitting, sizing, and moisture analysis) for routine testing.
- Prepared and fused samples for XRF analysis and conducted TGA sample preparation.
- Operated XRF and TGA instruments for mineral composition analysis.
- Reported results and managed data in LIMS.
Laboratory Technician
Eurofins
Welshpool, WA
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Conducted routine environmental analyses using standard methods, including micro-extraction for volatile and semi-volatile compounds, field pH testing for acid sulfate soils, and determination of TDS, TSS, turbidity, and soil moisture.
- Recorded and verified all laboratory data, and analyzed results to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
Sample Receipt Officer
Eurofins
Welshpool, WA
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Reviewed Chain of Custody (COC) documentation to ensure completeness and compliance.
- Registered and tracked client samples and work orders in LIMS.
- Identified and resolved non-conforming samples in coordination with clients and internal teams.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Xiamen University
China07-2015
Skills
- Laboratory analysis
- Equipment calibration
- Standard operating procedures
- Sample preparation techniques
Timeline
Senior Lab Technician
Eurofins
01.2024 - Current
Laboratory Technician
Intertek Robotics Laboratory
07.2023 - 01.2024
Laboratory Technician
Eurofins
12.2022 - 07.2023
Sample Receipt Officer
Eurofins
05.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Xiamen University