Matthew Unterfenger Resume
MATTHEW UNTERFENGER
Analytical Chemist
Arlington Heights, IL� Tel------------ � ------------
Holding a bachelor�s degree in Chemistry and experience in the characterization of complex samples with various ana-lytical techniques. These techniques include Fourier transform ion cyclotron mass spectrometry (FT-ICR MS), high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), combustion ion chromatography (CIC), gas chromatography (GC), and gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS). Keen ability to ensure quality and best practices. Identifies areas for im-provement and proactively seeks the solutions that increase productivity and efficiency. Works effectively with diverse groups and teams.
Professional Experience
UOP LLC, A Honeywell Company, Des Plaines, IL 2008 � Present
R&D SCIENTIST I
Supports technology delivery by applying knowledge of analytical chemistry to sample characterization. Conducts sam-ple preparation, data analysis, and instrument troubleshooting and maintenance.
Key highlights:
� Operated Bruker Fourier-transform ion cyclotron resonance mass spectrometer (FT-ICR MS) and performed data analysis and reporting to internal and external customers.
� Performed numerous other analytical methods for HPLC, IC, GC, and fluorescence spectroscopy enhancing in-dependent sample analysis and processing.
o Familiarity with ThermoScientific� Chromeleon�, Agilent ChemStation�, and Perkin Elmer software packages
� Revised a published analytical method: collecting instrument precision data, updating the method to include new software for data analysis, and updating best laboratory practices.
� Answered external customer questions on that published analytical method.
� Collaborated on the development and documentation of an automated flash chromatographic fractionation procedure.
� Experience with NMR analysis (Bruker instrumentation)
� Delivered several major, informative presentations to colleagues sharing developmental work on analytical chemistry and sample preparation:
o Presented on analytical efforts to characterize candidates to replace a critical chemical component in a vital product for the petroleum industry.
o Presented information on a project using fluorescence spectroscopy to characterize heavy oil.
o Detailed the automated flash chromatographic fractionation procedure.
� Six Sigma Green Belt certified
� Familiarity with 5S, Kaizen, and Gemba
Education
Bachelor of Science � Chemistry, minor in Physics-Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL, 2008
MATTHEW UNTERFENGER
Analytical Chemist
Arlington Heights, IL� Tel------------ � ------------
Holding a bachelor�s degree in Chemistry and experience in the characterization of complex samples with various ana-lytical techniques. These techniques include Fourier transform ion cyclotron mass spectrometry (FT-ICR MS), high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), combustion ion chromatography (CIC), gas chromatography (GC), and gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS). Keen ability to ensure quality and best practices. Identifies areas for im-provement and proactively seeks the solutions that increase productivity and efficiency. Works effectively with diverse groups and teams.
Professional Experience
UOP LLC, A Honeywell Company, Des Plaines, IL 2008 � Present
R&D SCIENTIST I
Supports technology delivery by applying knowledge of analytical chemistry to sample characterization. Conducts sam-ple preparation, data analysis, and instrument troubleshooting and maintenance.
Key highlights:
� Operated Bruker Fourier-transform ion cyclotron resonance mass spectrometer (FT-ICR MS) and performed data analysis and reporting to internal and external customers.
� Performed numerous other analytical methods for HPLC, IC, GC, and fluorescence spectroscopy enhancing in-dependent sample analysis and processing.
o Familiarity with ThermoScientific� Chromeleon�, Agilent ChemStation�, and Perkin Elmer software packages
� Revised a published analytical method: collecting instrument precision data, updating the method to include new software for data analysis, and updating best laboratory practices.
� Answered external customer questions on that published analytical method.
� Collaborated on the development and documentation of an automated flash chromatographic fractionation procedure.
� Experience with NMR analysis (Bruker instrumentation)
� Delivered several major, informative presentations to colleagues sharing developmental work on analytical chemistry and sample preparation:
o Presented on analytical efforts to characterize candidates to replace a critical chemical component in a vital product for the petroleum industry.
o Presented information on a project using fluorescence spectroscopy to characterize heavy oil.
o Detailed the automated flash chromatographic fractionation procedure.
� Six Sigma Green Belt certified
� Familiarity with 5S, Kaizen, and Gemba
Education
Bachelor of Science � Chemistry, minor in Physics-Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL, 2008