Farah Naz
Bremen
Summary
PhD-trained materials scientist with over five years of specialized experience in polymer chemistry, Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), and organic synthesis, focusing on wastewater treatment and environmental applications. Proven expertise in synthesizing and analytically characterizing biodegradable polymers and nanomaterials fuels innovative research initiatives aimed at carbon dioxide capture and sustainable solutions. A strong publication record underscores a commitment to advancing scientific knowledge, while effective cross-functional collaboration enhances project outcomes and fosters teamwork. Dedicated to leveraging scientific expertise to address pressing environmental challenges through advanced chemical analysis and innovative problem-solving techniques.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Chemist (R&D)
Joker Ltd.
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Led R&D of industrial chemical formulations for children’s slime, progressing projects from concept to pilot scale.
- Prepared and maintained technical documentation (COAs, logbooks, LIMS entries) in alignment with SOPs and data-integrity (ALCOA) principles.
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products; investigated and flagged out-of-spec results.
- Established and maintained international supplier contacts to source and negotiate raw materials for slime production.
- Calibrated and maintained lab instruments; executed routine QC checks and supported method verification/validation activities.
- Ensured chemical safety compliance: maintained SDSs, performed risk assessments, enforced PPE/waste-disposal procedures, and supported audits and incident reporting.
Research Associate
City University of Hong Kong
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Developed MOF-based perovskites for environmental applications.
- Secured research funding through project design and collaborated with industry partners.
- Managed laboratory operations, mentored junior researchers, co-authored publications, and enforced safety compliance.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Shenzhen University
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Developed monomers of biodegradable polymers for biomedical applications.
- Optimized synthesis/testing protocols and contributed to manuscripts.
- Managed lab operations and mentored junior researchers.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Wuhan University of Technology
11.2019 - 09.2021
- Designed MOFs catalyst for and elucidated polymerization pathways via kinetic studies and in-situ NMR/FTIR, clarifying active sites and rate-limiting steps.
- Produced multiple SCI-indexed publications and reproducible protocols, improving catalytic activity/selectivity and guiding greener polymer synthesis.
Lecturer
Faisalabad Institute of Research and Technology
11.2014 - 03.2015
- Taught undergraduate chemistry courses and supervised laboratory sessions.
- Developed course materials and ensured safe laboratory practices.
Education
Ph.D. - Materials Science & Engineering
Wuhan University of Technology
06.2019
M.Phil. - Applied Chemistry
Government College University (GCU)
08.2015
Skills
- FTIR, XRD, SEM, TEM, TGA, DSC, UV-Vis/PL, GC-MS, HPLC, GPC, BET surface area, Spectroscopy & NMR data interpretation
Data analysis
- Microsoft Office, Origin, GraphPad Prism, MestReNova
Software
LANGUAGES
English (C1)
German (A1)
Chinese (A1)
Urdu (Native)
Punjabi (Native)
Timeline
Senior Chemist (R&D)
Joker Ltd.
10.2024 - 07.2025
Research Associate
City University of Hong Kong
07.2023 - 09.2024
Postdoctoral Researcher
Shenzhen University
11.2021 - 10.2023
Postdoctoral Researcher
Wuhan University of Technology
11.2019 - 09.2021
Lecturer
Faisalabad Institute of Research and Technology
11.2014 - 03.2015
M.Phil. - Applied Chemistry
Government College University (GCU)
Ph.D. - Materials Science & Engineering
Wuhan University of Technology
COMPLIANCE & DOCUMENTATION
- Quality & EHS: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, GLP; lab safety SOPs and risk assessments
- Regulatory: UFI/PCN submissions, REACH/CLP classification and labeling, SDS authoring
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