Steven Gauci
Rochedale South,QLD
Summary
Results-driven postdoctoral researcher with a PhD in Chemistry from Queensland University of Technology. Specializing in 3D printing technologies, with a focus on developing programmable and responsive materials. Expertise in organic synthesis, photo-ligation techniques, polymer chemistry, and proficient in a variety of analytical and characterization methods. Skilled in solving complex problems with a proven ability to design and conduct advanced research that drives scientific innovation and progress.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Postdoctoral Researcher
QUT Gardens Point Campus
Brisbane, QLD
12.2024 - Current
- Conducted independent research and development to attain short and long-term objectives.
- Published research results in peer-reviewed journals and presented at seminars and meetings.
- Liaised with supervisor to review grants and manuscripts to develop potential publications.
- Leveraged interpersonal and communication skills to mentor PhD, graduate and undergraduate students.
- Contributed to and actively participated in research conception, design and execution to address defined problems.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Karlsruhe Germany
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Coordinated, participated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Collaborated with other researchers to design and execute experiments.
- Recorded and analyzed data for reporting purposes.
- Published research results in peer-reviewed journal.
Carpenter
Self-employeed
Brisbane, QLD
01.2009 - 01.2017
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
Australian Army
Australian Defence Force
Brisbane, QLD
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Executed directives from commanding officers with necessary timeliness and efficiency.
- Deployments to East Timor and Iraq.
Education
Ph.D. - Chemistry
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD02-2024
Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Chemistry
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD01-2020
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD01-2019
Skills
- Organic chemistry
- Polymer chemistry
- Analytical chemistry
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Research and project development
- Supervision and mentoring
- Scientific writing
- Teamwork and leadership
Accomplishments
PhD in chemistry
Publications in high impact scientific journals (refer below)
International work experience (Germany, Iraq & East Timor)
Publications in High Impact Journals
Intrinsically Thermally Degradable Microstructures Fabricated by Photodimerization in Rapid 3D Laser Printing
Steven C Gauci, Paul Somers, Mohammed Aljuaid, Martin Wegener, Christopher Barner‐Kowollik, Hannes A Houck. Adv. Funct. Mater. 2024, 2414713.
How Molecular Architecture Defines Quantum Yields
Fred Pashley-Johnson, Rangika Munaweera, Sheikh I Hossain, Steven C Gauci, Laura Delafresnaye, Hendrik Frisch, Megan L O’Mara, Filip E Du Prez, Christopher Barner-Kowollik. Nat. Commun. 2024, 15, 6033.
Photochemically Activated 3D Printing Inks: Current Status, Challenges and Opportunities
Gauci, S. C.; Vranic, A.; Blasco, E.; Bräse, S.; Wegener, M.; Barner-Kowollik, C. Adv. Mater. 2023, 3, 230648
The Power of Action Plots: Unveiling Reaction Orthogonality of Light-Stabilized Covalent Chemistry
Gauci, S. C.; Du Prez, F. E.; Holloway J. O.; Houck, H. A.; Barner-Kowollik, C. Angew. Chem. Int. Ed. 2023, 62, e202310274.
Two Functions from a Single Photoresist: Tuning Microstructure Degradability from Light-Stabilized Dynamic Materials
Gauci, S. C.; Ehrmann, K.; Gernhardt, M.; Tuten, B.; Blasco, E.; Frisch, H.; Houck, H. A.; Blinco, J. P.; Barner-Kowollik, C. Adv. Mater. 2023, 2300151.
3D Printed Microstructures Erasable by Darkness
Gauci, S. C.; Gernhardt, M.; Frisch, H.; Houck, H. A.; Blinco, J. P.; Blasco, E.; Tuten, B. T.; Barner-Kowollik, C. Adv. Funct. Mater. 2022, 2206303.
Timeline
Postdoctoral Researcher
QUT Gardens Point Campus
12.2024 - Current
Postdoctoral Researcher
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
11.2023 - 12.2024
Carpenter
Self-employeed
01.2009 - 01.2017
Australian Army
Australian Defence Force
01.2005 - 01.2009
Ph.D. - Chemistry
Queensland University of Technology
Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Chemistry
Queensland University of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Queensland University of Technology