Zinnia Undag

Hardworking and detail-oriented chemist seeking entry-level position with hands-on experience performing laboratory work. To help achieve company goals with expertise in data analysis, reporting and specimen handling.

Student Research Assistant | MacEwan University - Edmonton, 09/2022 - 12/2022 AB

• Assisted in determining fate of microplastics (MPs) in stormwater pond sediments.
• Utilized scientific methods from previous research to characterize MPs.
• Adhered to SOPs and GLP while conducting experiment to maintain data integrity.
• Extracted MPs using density flotation, enzyme/hydrogen peroxide digestion &
• filtration.
• Characterized MPs using microscopy (shape, size, color) & Raman Spectroscopy
• (polymer type).
• Troubleshoot methodology/instrument to achieve accurate data.
• Constructed comprehensive data analysis on Google Sheet.
• Composed final report such as arranging & correcting data, create illustrative
• graphs/charts highlighting results for presentations.

• Assisted in hydrogeology & geochemistry of reclamation of oil sands tailings.
• Collected routine water samples from 6 different tailings sites.
• Ensured lab equipments were calibrated.
• Prepared samples for filtration followed by wet chemical analysis.
• Calibrated good linearity of standards & precise gravimetric analysis.
• Followed SOPs & maintained GLP to ensure quality & data integrity.
• Acquired chemical composition of samples using IC, ICP-MS/OES & TOC.
• Demonstrated precise & accurate QC analysis.
• Matrices were extracted using Rotovap & TLC then analyzed by GC-MS.
• Engaged in weekly report of obtained database with peers.
• Performed routine maintenance of GC-MS & trouble-shot ICP-OES.

MacEwan University, Edmonton, AB

EXPECTED IN 06/2023

Bachelor of Science: Chemistry

• The Fate of Microplastics in Stormwater Pond Sediments Around Edmonton - Research Project Chemistry Internship Practicum , CanmetENERGY Devon , Completed April 2022 Jason Lang Scholarship , Awarded Winter 2021 from Academic Achievement to Students with 3.2+ GPA in Previous Academic Year