Mariana Pascua
Nashville
Summary
Motivated student currently working towards a degree in Chemistry and Applied Physics. Passionate in the sciences, particularly in how knowledge of them can be applied to solve real-world problems. Organized and dependable candidate eager to apply the knowledge acquired through the years, both theoretical and hands-on, in a research-based setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Organic Chemistry Laboratory Teaching Assistant
TNU School Of Science And Technology
08.2023 - Current
- Oversaw and aided students while making sure lab safety rules were being followed.
- Made sure glassware setups were safely set up and gave advice to students.
- Answered procedure related questions.
- Tutored students.
General Chemistry Teaching Assistant
TNU School Of Science And Technology
08.2022 - Current
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
- Prepared chemical solutions and materials needed for labs.
- Oversaw and aided students in lab and made sure lab safety rules were being followed
- Oversaw makeup labs with students that missed lab hours.
- Graded lab reports.
R&D Lab Scientist Intern
Entegris
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked in wet chemistry projects with ceria nanoparticles and CMP slurries.
- Used various analytical techniques to gather data such as zeta potential, particle size, pH, and conductivity. Worked frequently with NMR to analyze supernatants gathered from ultra-centrifuge.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environments.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
IT Technical Support Representative
TNU Waggoner Library
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Resolved diverse range of technical issues across multiple systems and applications for customers and end-users across various time zones.
- Collaborated with supervisors to escalate and address customer inquiries or technical issues.
- Used ticketing systems to manage and process support actions and requests.
- Offered troubleshooting of connectivity issues across networks.
Math Lab Tutor
TNU School Of Mathematics
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked with students taking all mathematics classes up to Calculus II.
- Tutored two students per week in private sessions using detailed lesson plans.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition and review to help students master challenging material.
- Participated in training classes to improve tutoring practices and learn new tutoring techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Physics And Chemistry
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN05.2024
Skills
- Lab Safety
- Research and Development
- Sample Analysis
- Lab Equipment Calibration
- Reagent Preparation
- LabView and Python
- Wet Chemistry
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Analytical Instruments (NMR, GCMS, IR, UV-Vis, etc)
- Teamwork
- Cleanroom
- Data Documentation
Certification
- Certified Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python) , University of Michigan - June 2020
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Limited Working
Timeline
Organic Chemistry Laboratory Teaching Assistant
TNU School Of Science And Technology
08.2023 - Current
R&D Lab Scientist Intern
Entegris
05.2023 - 08.2023
General Chemistry Teaching Assistant
TNU School Of Science And Technology
08.2022 - Current
Math Lab Tutor
TNU School Of Mathematics
08.2021 - 05.2022
IT Technical Support Representative
TNU Waggoner Library
01.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Applied Physics And Chemistry
Trevecca Nazarene University
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