Saud AlShahrani

Detail-oriented Chemistry graduate who performed 380+ analytical tests across 105+ samples during a hands-on laboratory co-op, contributing to a reduction in average sample turnaround time from 5 hours to 2 hours. Trained in ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 17025, and ISO 22000 food safety management standards, with hands-on experience in HPLC analysis and soil/water agrochemical testing, and familiarity with GC, ICP-OES, and FTIR. Seeking to contribute strong analytical and QA/QC skills to a QC Chemist, QA Specialist, or Laboratory Analyst role.

Chemistry Cooperative Trainee (Co-op) at National Center for Agriculture and Livestock Research (2026-05 – 2026-08)

• Performed 380+ analytical tests across 105+ soil, water, and agricultural samples using six analytical methods, ensuring accuracy and reliability per QA/QC protocols.
• Determined phosphorus, potassium, sodium, and calcium concentrations via Spectrophotometer and Flame Photometer across 40 samples with triplicate/quadruplicate replicates.
• Measured pH, electrical conductivity, and calcium carbonate content across 39 soil and groundwater samples, applying strict QA/QC calibration standards.
• Conducted soil texture analysis via the Hydrometer Method and determined nitrogen content via the Kjeldahl method; prepared saturated paste extracts and laboratory reagents (NaOH, HCl).
• Authored weekly technical reports and delivered a presentation on SDS and chemical hazard communication.
• Key Achievement: Contributed to workflow optimization that cut average sample turnaround time from 5 hours to 2 hours (−60%).

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry – Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (2026-06)