Chinyere Okeke

Motivated and detail-oriented chemistry graduate with hands-on experience in polymer synthesis, pharmaceutical analysis, and quality control in both academic and industry settings. Skilled in laboratory techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, IR, NMR, microbiological testing, and RAFT polymerization, with a strong foundation in biochemistry and materials chemistry. Experienced in research design, data analysis, and technical reporting, with additional strengths in teaching, mentoring, and cross-cultural communication. Passionate about applying scientific expertise to solve complex problems in healthcare, biotechnology, and advanced materials.

I bring a strong background in chemistry and laboratory research, with additional experience in quality control and regulatory compliance. At Duke University, I worked as a Research Assistant conducting polymer synthesis, tensile testing, and data analysis to evaluate material durability. At Washington and Lee University, I led an independent research project on pharmaceutical detection and served as an Organic Chemistry Lab Teaching Assistant, supporting students in experimental techniques and spectroscopy.

In industry, I gained hands-on experience as a Quality Control Technician at San-J International, where I conducted chemical and microbiological testing, performed HPLC analyses, maintained regulatory documentation, and ensured compliance with GMP and SQF standards. These roles strengthened my skills in experimental design, data management, troubleshooting, and laboratory safety.

Beyond technical work, I have held leadership roles in academic organizations and volunteered in community-focused initiatives, demonstrating strong communication, teamwork, and organizational abilities. Together, these experiences reflect my adaptability across academic research, regulated industry environments, and collaborative projects.

I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from Washington and Lee University, where I developed a strong foundation in organic, analytical, physical, and biochemistry. During my studies, I conducted independent research on pharmaceutical detection, served as a teaching assistant in organic chemistry labs, and gained additional laboratory experience through a summer research assistantship at Duke University. My coursework and hands-on training provided me with expertise in spectroscopy, chromatography, polymer synthesis, and biochemical analysis, as well as skills in data interpretation and scientific communication.