1. DOMINICK VON AULOCK
Des Plaines, Illinois 60016, IL 60016| C:847.401.1755| dgvona10@smumn.edu
QUALIFICATIONS I am an experienced chemist with a passion for learning, broadening, and contributing my
knowledge into the research and development of pharmaceuticals. I am a fast learner who
works well under pressure and is an excellent team member. I possess strong analytical and
problem solving skills along with a wide array of lab experience as an analytical chemist. I am
confidently motivated, organized, energetic and reliable.
EDUCATION BACHELOR OF SCIENCE: CHEMISTRY
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
Course work in Chemistry, Mathematics & Physics
Advanced Coursework in Organic/Inorganic, Physical and
Analytical Chemistry with Laboratory Hours
May 2014
Winona, Mn
LABORATORY SKILLS Entering and Retrieving data from computer systems:
LIMS, Empower 3, Win Lab 32, Nexion
Motivated, a quick learner and resourceful
Prioritize Workload and Meet Deadlines
Research and Leadership Skills
Working in a Laboratory Setting
Quickly Adapt to New Environments
Swiftly Learn New Technology
Great Interpersonal Communication Skills
EXPERIENCE SGS LIFE SCIENCES July 2014-Present
Analytical Chemist I
 Primarily responsible for conduct of routine analytical work performed on pharmaceutical
products and medical devices primarily USP, EP, and JP compendia.
 Advanced chemistry testing Ex: HPLC, ICP, OES, ICP MS, GC, TLC, AA, Dissolution, Assays:
Potentiometric and Color, Karl Fisher, UV-Vis, FTIR, Wet chemistry testing (Limit tests,
inorganic/organic impurities, ID tests etc.).
 Plays a key role in R&D developing dissolution and ICP methods by running all necessities
for feasibility, method validation, and verification.
 Learns new special projects and techniques from new clients to create more business.
 Communicates effectively with managers, team leads, trainers and peers,
 Participate as needed in departmental efforts directed toward equipment maintenance,
calibration, qualification and repair.
 Assists in the resolution of routine, as well as non-routine technical problems.
 Assists in formal training of lab Personnel on topics such as GMP, safety, and new employee
training, and providing crucial support to other analysts to conduct their testing.
 Establishes work priorities based on schedule needs using own judgment and objective
reasoning.
 Maintains thorough knowledge and understanding of GMP/GLP and ISO requirements as
these pertain to work performed in the Analytical Services Laboratory.
 Proficient and capable of producing work under great amounts of assignments through
multitasking, organizing, and prioritization.
AKZO NOBEL June 2011-August 2011
Lab Technician Quality Control Intern June 2012-August 2012
June 2013-August 2013
 Worked in a high demand surface chemical processing plant.
 Focused on safety and teamwork to maximize production and keep costs down.
 Experience with various chemical analytical (wet and chemometric analysis) techniques.
 Gained experience with various Instruments and laboratory equipment including GC and
NIR.
 Generated a report with support from R&D, to support the purchase of a new in-line NIR
instrument for some process streams to keep cost down by monitoring huge batches.