H. MUMTAZ CIMEN
ATTRIBUTES:
•Effective in communicating ideas both written and orally
•Strong organizational and leadership abilities
•Fluent in French and Turkish
•Able to identify problems, develops alternate solutions, and effects a resolution
EDUCATION:
2002-present Masters of Chemical Engineering • Stevens
Ins. Tech •
2002-present Masters of Science in Management •
Stevens Ins. Tech •
1997-01 Bachelors of Chemical Engineering • University of Nebraska •
1989-96 High School Diploma • Saint Michel French High School -Istanbul, Turkey •
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Undergraduate Research Assistant • Dept. Of Chemical Engineering • 2000- 2001
Dr. Larsen's group works on a variety of projects related to catalysis, adsorption, and materials design. We currently have seven major areas of sponsored research in our laboratory: 1)"Partial oxidation reactions over hybrid (organic/inorganic) Ti-containing gels.2)Synthesis of inorganic oxide materials with tailored porosities and well-defined (catalytically active) metal particle sizes using macromolecular templates. 3)Design of zeolite- and amorphous silica/cellulose composites for separation applications 4)Molecularly imprinted inorganic, and hybrid (organic/inorganic) oxides 5)Design of macroporous supports for immobilized enzymes utilized in reactions involving bulky biomolecules 6)Design of catalytic nanofibers based on electrospinning of sol-gels 7)Computational chemistry of alkoxides and alcogel formation Over the past seven years, the group has received strong federal, state, private and non-profit support. Average annual research expenditures for the past three years (excluding joint proposals) are in the order of 200-250K.
Undergraduate Research Assistant • Dept. Of Chemistry • Jan 1999- Oct 2000
Working for Prof. DiMagno. His research program encompasses organic, bioinorganic, and materials chemistry. These research areas are linked by a common interest in the fundamental electronic properties of unusual organic and organometallic compounds and molecular assemblies. Three long-term goals of this program are: 1) to prepare new molecular assemblies to convert light into chemical energy; 2) to develop synthetically useful oxidation catalysts; and 3) to develop electrodes that will facilitate the interconversion of chemical and electrical energy. Using computer (MMX, MM2) to solve chemical relative to molecule conformation and dynamics. Nmr and IR spectroscopy to review molecular structure of unidentified compounds.
Summer internship • Henkel /Cognis Chemical Co. • summer 2000
I work on production, quality control and R&D facilities, which located at the plant in Izmit Turkey. There are production QC and R & D facilities for each strategic business unit, namely industrial adhesives and surface technologies at Izmir plant. Half of my time in Henkel was in analytical Lab. In this department they work with various instruments FTR, Gas Chromatography, Liquid Chromatography etc.
Summer internship • Fako Pharmaceutical and Chemical Co. • July 2000
I was trained in the field of GMP regulation, ISO 9000 quality system and analytical method validation at introductory level. I assisted in their production and quality control departments in their pharmaceutical factory at Istanbul-Turkey.
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant • Dept. Of Chemistry • 1998-1999
Teaching general Chemistry recitation and general Chemistry labs. Working for Prof. Carr in Analytical Division. Teaches chem. 105 at 98 -fall semester.
While an undergraduate, I worked in numerous jobs. Based on my wide range of positions, I have had to learn how to resolve problems, to be organized, to set personal goals, to supervise and lead others, and to be effective in communicating ideas and direction. Position I have held include:
•Night Clerk Supervisor •Office of student Housing - University of Nebraska •Jan-Dec 1997
• Salesperson • Viking Tourism (Istanbul-Turkey) • summer 1997 and summer 1994
• Salesperson Manager • Lama Tourism (Fethiye-Turkey) • summer 2001 and summer 1995
• Night Clerk • Office of Student Housing -University of Nebraska • 1996-1997
LEADERSHIP ROLES:
In 1995, I have been president for social activities of Saint Michel High School. Since 1996; I have been member and active treasurer for various elements of University of Nebraska like rowing team and Turkish Student Association. My participation in athletics has allows me to work as a team leader, understand what it takes to motivate an individual, to experience individual and team success and failure (wins and losses), and required me to assess my (and my team's) strengths and weaknesses.
COMPUTER LANGUAGES/SOFTWARE:
Aspen, Super pro Design,C++ , Unix , Power Point, Excel, Word, Maple, Galioa, Troya , Toros, Pagemaker, Matcad, Dreamweaver.