Daniel Bryant
Nampa, Idaho,ID
Summary
Accomplished chemist with a robust background in laboratory operations and administrative functions. Expertise in adhering to standard operating procedures for chemical handling, combined with extensive experience in conducting complex experiments and analyses. Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and safety protocols. Committed to innovation and excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor of Chemistry & Department Chair
East Texas Baptist University
Marshall, TX
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Developed and oversaw departmental budgets, schedules and grants.
- Developed and delivered chemistry curriculum to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Managed laboratory inventory by logging and tracking all glassware, chemicals, and waste.
- Developed and implemented innovative laboratory experiments to enhance student engagement in chemistry.
- Mentored undergraduate research projects, fostering critical thinking and experimental design skills among students.
Instructor & Organic Lab Coordinator
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Taught organic chemistry lab and lecture courses.
- Managed Graduate Teaching Assistant and student worker assignments and duties.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Maintained chemical and glassware inventory in the Organic Laboratory Storeroom.
- Developed alternative instructional methods for laboratories.
Graduate Research Assistant
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
08.2015 - 05.2020
- Synthesized novel anticancer drugs via transition metal catalysis cyclization reactions
- Synthesized bacterioferritin inhibitor drug candidates
- Mastered a wide array of laboratory techniques
- Conducted literature reviews to support research projects and ensure comprehensive understanding of relevant studies.
- Mentored junior students on research techniques and best practices for project execution.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
08.2015 - 05.2020
- Taught Organic Chemistry and Survey of Organic Chemistry Labs.
- Trained new teaching assistants.
- Managed grade books and online Canvas/LMS course accounts.
Education
Ph.D. - Chemistry
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK05-2020
B.S. - Chemistry
Northwest Nazarene University
Nampa, ID01.2015
Skills
- Laboratory management
- Research expertise
- Analytical techniques
- Organic synthesis
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Safety procedures
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Lab equipment inventory
- Lab safety
Timeline
Assistant Professor of Chemistry & Department Chair
East Texas Baptist University
08.2022 - 06.2025
Instructor & Organic Lab Coordinator
Oklahoma State University
05.2020 - 06.2022
Graduate Research Assistant
Oklahoma State University
08.2015 - 05.2020
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Oklahoma State University
08.2015 - 05.2020
Ph.D. - Chemistry
Oklahoma State University
B.S. - Chemistry
Northwest Nazarene University