Smitha Panicker

Highly driven and passionate analytical chemist with a PhD in Science. Ambitious and keen to take on challenging tasks to further grow and diversify knowledge in the field of physical sciences. Has a track record of taking on various roles that utilizes and builds upon current academic qualifications. 

Detail-oriented Analytical Chemist trained in the usage of chromatography (UHPLC/GC-MS), spectrometry (FTIR/Raman), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and high-resolution spectroscopy (SEM-EDX) techniques.

Completed a Doctorate degree at University of Technology Sydney, a top ranked university in Australia in the applied field of forensic chemistry, leading to a specialized knowledge in the chemical properties and ageing kinetics of synthetic polymer resin common in inks and coatings. 

Strong understanding in complex organic compound interaction and purification techniques.

Experienced in statistical data analysis such as descriptive and influential statistics. Excellent technical aptitude and knowledge in data analytics, R programming and data visualization.

Organized and dependable candidate able to work independently. Has experience working in ISO17025 and ISO 9001 certified laboratories.
 

Recently graduated with a doctorate degree in the applied field of forensic chemistry. Possess experience and versatility in the use of analytical instrumentation and method development for analysis. Further possesses in depth knowledge in the analysis and ageing kinetics of organic polymers and related complex compound mixtures.