1. MONICA L. NEUBURGER, PH.D.
San Jose, CA
408‐309‐8030 MLNeuburger@yahoo.com
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Senior Scientist
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Experienced materials characterization scientist with expertise in TOF‐SIMS and XPS analysis.
Proven ability to complete complex analyses under tight deadlines and effectively communicate
results to a worldwide clientele.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• TOF‐SIMS (PHI TRIFT and ION‐TOF TOF.SIMS5
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• XPS (PHI Quantum 2000 and PHI 5600)
• Working knowledge of a wide range of materials characterization techniques including
elemental and molecular analyses as well as microscopy techniques.
• Collaborative approach to problem solving.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent customer‐centered interpersonal skills.
EXPERIENCE
Senior Scientist, Evans Analytical Group LLC (2004 – present)
Assist clients from a wide range of industries with their materials characterization needs.
• Utilize TOF‐SIMS and XPS to characterize client samples in support of failure analysis,
process control, contaminant identification, etc.
• Work closely with EAG analysts and sales representatives world wide to produce
consistent, high‐quality analysis.
• Collaborate with groups within EAG to share knowledge, increase productivity, and
improve customer satisfaction.
• Generate clear, highly detailed reports focused on the client’s particular request.
• Conduct customer‐centered support (phone calls, face‐to‐face meetings, etc).
• Effectively teach the “Organic Techniques” section of Working Smarter™ seminars
designed to help scientists and engineers identify the best analysis methods for their
needs.
• Work closely with clients to determine their ultimate goals and recommend the most
appropriate methods to achieve those goals.
• Represent EAG at trade shows and conferences.

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Interoptix, Inc., San Jose, CA (2003, 2004)
• Independently performed emergency field service to Interoptix‐built power monitoring
devices.
• Performed environmental testing of Interoptix‐built high‐voltage power monitoring
devices for reliable operation under harsh environmental conditions.
Lecturer, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA (2001‐2003)
Principle instructor and laboratory coordinator for Introductory Chemistry
Surface Chemistry Group at San Diego State University (1996 – 2002)
Experimental work targeted silicon film growth at low substrate temperatures.
EDUCATION
Ph.D.; Chemistry; 2002
University of California, San Diego and San Diego State University (joint doctoral program)
Dissertation title: Dynamics of Gas‐Surface Reactions on Al(111) and Si(100)
Advisor: Professor David P. Pullman
B.S.; Chemistry; 1995
University of California, Davis; Davis, CA
AWARDS
Outstanding Faculty and Staff Award, 2002‐2003
Awarded by: Cap and Gown Chapter of Mortar Board, SDSU
Crellin Pauling Student Teaching Award, 2002
Awarded by: California State University Program for Education and Research in Biotechnology
Publications available upon request.