I am an inquisitive and results-driven professional with 17+ years of research and project management experience with a particular focus on material science and nanotechnology. Throughout my career, I've expertly coordinated planning, budgeting, design, and execution of consistently forward-thinking research projects from proposal development to final reporting and publication. Widely known as a dedicated mentor, I am adept at coaching junior personnel and ensuring all lab operations adhere to best practices and regulatory standards. Overall, I combine my expansive research project portfolio with practical experience implementing automated solutions to improve business operations and workflows.