Emily Phillips

Experienced researcher with a demonstrated work history in the government sector as well as
academia. Skilled in liquid and gas chromatography and mass spectrometry, Python coding, large-scale data analysis, and public speaking. My Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemistry comes from University of North Carolina at Asheville, and I recently completed my M.Sc. in analytical chemistry at Georgia Tech where I worked under Dr. Facundo Fernández, whose
laboratory specializes in a metabolomics approach to bioanalytical mass spectrometry, where my thesis project focused on understanding the development of Inflammatory Bowel Disease in children.

A highly skilled and dedicated Research Chemist with extensive experience in protein analysis, metabolomics, and analytical chemistry. Proven expertise in executing complex chemical analyses, developing innovative methodologies, and utilizing advanced techniques such as LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, and AF4. Strong background in cardiovascular disease biomarker discovery, metabolomics, and environmental exposure assessment. Demonstrated leadership in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, mentoring research fellows, and ensuring compliance with laboratory safety and quality control standards. Experienced in data analysis using Skyline, MultiQuant, SAS-JMP, and other statistical software. Adept at presenting research findings at conferences and in scientific publications, with a strong record of academic achievements.

Key Areas of Expertise:

• Protein Analysis and Biomarker Discovery
• Metabolomics and Biomarker Development
• Analytical Chemistry (LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, AF4)
• Experimental Design and Data Analysis
• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration
• Mentoring and Team Leadership
• Scientific Communication and Presentation

Notable Achievements:

• Contributed to the advancement of cardiovascular disease research and environmental health through impactful studies and method development.
• Authored and published research in top scientific journals, including work on inflammatory bowel disease biomarkers and phthalate glucuronidation inhibition.
• Awarded a full travel scholarship to the Skyline Targeted Mass Spectrometry Course at the University of Washington.
• Successfully defended Master’s Thesis research before a Doctoral Committee and presented at multiple symposiums.

Master of Science in Chemistry
Georgia Institute of Technology
Graduated: 2023

• Research focused on metabolomics and biomarker discovery for pediatric inflammatory bowel disease.
• Authored a Master’s Thesis titled “Interlaboratory Comparison of a Complex Targeted Assay: Improving Consistency and Reliability in Metabolomics Analyses.”

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
University of North Carolina, Asheville
Graduated: 2019

• Undergraduate research focused on phthalate glucuronidation inhibition and its interaction with ibuprofen metabolites.
• Published research in the UNCA Journal of Undergraduate Research and presented findings at national conferences.