Francois Pierre Richard

108 53 53Ave
Corona , NY 11368
(917) 312-3549
pf8e4e52@westpost.net
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
Recent college graduate transitioning into entry-level position performing Envir
onmental Science, Health and/or Safety activities within a public or private org
anization. Solid chemistry and Lab Support background.
Dynamic, forward-looking team player with years experience in Lab Support, Testi
ng, Quality Control, Process control, and work experience related in Chemistry a
nd Environmental Science. Combines extensive technical, analytical, and interpre
tive skills with practical field experience. Highly adaptable and a quick learne
r, able to communicate effectively - in writing and verbally - with team members
, managers, and knowledgeable about GMP regulations. Other Language, Spanish, Fr
ench (Fluent).
EDUCATION
Master of Science - Environmental Engineering
May 2010 NYU Polytechnic Institute, Bro
oklyn, NY
Graduate Research:
Experimental Evaluation of Surfactants for Jet Fuel Remediation
* Select surfactant, cosolovent & Electrolyte for Jet Fuel Recovery.
* Selected Methods.
* Completed data entry for statistical process control and validate the Experien
ce.
Relevant Course work Included:
* Environmental Biology & Chemistry #1,#2/ Water Treatment & wastewater Analysis
/Hazardous Waste Disposal/Solid Waste Management/Environmental Impact Assessmen
t/Groundwater Hydrology and Pollution/Environmental Geotechnology/Waste Water tr
eatment /Air Pollution / Hazard Toxic Waste MGMT.
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
ESPOCH (Escuela Politecnica De Chimborazo, Riobamba, Ecuador)
February 2000
Relevant Course Work included:
* General Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry I and II, Biochemist
ry, Analytical Chemistry I and II, Process of Industrial Chemistry I and II, Pro
duction Control, Fundamental of Physical Chemistry, Microbiology, Instrumental C
hemistry I and II Food and Dairy Quality Control..
* Analytical Chemistry Techniques: Solvents Extraction, Particle Measurement, I
dentification & Quantification of compounds using Gas Chromatography and Mass Sp
ectrometer Analysis.
* Statistical Analysis: Student T-test, Covariant Analysis, Regression Analysis.
PROFICIENCY USING THE FOLLOWING INSTRUMENTS
GC-MS system, HPLC, Atomic Absorption Spectrometer, UV-Vis, GC, Immulite 2000, p
H, and Infrared Spectrometer UV Absorption Spec , Liquid Chromatography, Mass Sp
ectrometer Analysis.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Antech Diagnostic, Radio Immuno Assay (RIA) laboratory

Lake Success, NY
Lab Tech
07/04- PRESENT
* Operator of Immulite 2000 Certified From Siemens.
* Running so many Tests such as Free-T4, T4, T3, Cortisol, V12, Folate, Tli, Ins
ulin, Progesterone and Chemistry Tests such as Glucose, Ionized Calcium etc...
* Prepare samples; weighing, dissolving, pipetting, and diluting samples.
* Verification of data calculating data and checking data of other technicians.
* Maintains strictest standards of hygiene in laboratory area.
COCA-COLA COMPANY
Tech & Quality Control
Port-au-Prince, Haiti 2001 - 2002
* Completed Physical, sensory, Chemical & Microbiological tests to evaluate and
maintain standards ( Appearance, Color, Taste, Brix, Gas Volume, Yeast and mold,
Coliform, Fill height & Contents, Torque & Crimping, Bottle & label condition)
.
* Supervised group of laboratory technicians, and completions as needed producin
g 60,000 cases weekly.
* Assured highest quality of water by checking for alkalinity, Hardness, Turbidi
ty, Viscosity (using the "Osmosis Inverse" method), THM, Gas (Pressure), Density
, Microbial testing.
* Implemented international standards and corporate best practices.
NESTLE COMPANY
Lab Tech
Quito, Ecuador 1997-2000
* Managed routine testing, using NQAL test methods and procedures; testing invol
ved nutritional labeling requirements for finished products.
* Maintained testing equipment in QA Lab and Sauce Lab.
* Performed equipment calibrations on all testing equipment.
* Inspected all areas and aspects of production for compliance for Nestle and Re
gulatory standards.
* Completed Physical, sensory, Chemical & Microbiological tests.