Tanya Ryzi

Completing research project "Evaluation of GC-MS and GC-VUV Methods for Cannabinoid Analysis," to publish alongside comparison study of HPLC-MS-PDA methods.

Student Researcher – Drug Analysis - The George Washington University - Washington, DC

(2025-03 - 2026-06)

Completing research project "Evaluation of GC-MS and GC-VUV Methods for Cannabinoid Analysis," to publish alongside comparison study of HPLC-MS-PDA methods.

• Developing efficient method to separate mixture of 34 natural and semi-synthetic cannabinoids and comparing the selectivity and sensitivity of GC-MS, HPLC and VUV methods

Graduate Instructional Assistant – General Chemistry - The George Washington University - Washington, DC

(2025-08 - 2026-05)

• Delivered weekly lab instruction and lectures, discussing experimental procedures and chemical theory
• Supervised students through hands-on laboratory experiments, while enforcing lab safety, proper lab technique, and maintaining lab equipment
• Held weekly discussion sections to apply material from chemistry lectures, and office hours multiple times per week to offer additional instruction and support to students

Undergraduate Research Assistant – Physical Chemistry Laboratory - The George Washington University: Department of Chemistry - Washington, DC

(2024-06 - 2025-06)

• Obtained experimental data on a fast scanning calorimeter and troubleshooted issues
• Established standard operating procedures for the experiments using various instruments, including FTIR and FSC
• Performed detailed data analysis and formatted experimental findings for publication

Senior Field Training Officer - Hyattsville Volunteer Fire Department - Hyattsville, MD

(2024-10 - 2025-08)

• Oversaw the training of new EMS members in a field setting
• Evaluated the skills and aptitude of probationary members and provided constructive feedback
• Set up training days to teach new members about departmental policies and protocol

Emergency Medical Technician, National and Maryland certification - Hyattsville Volunteer Fire Department - Hyattsville, MD

(2023-01 - 2025-08)

• Operated an emergency medical vehicle within the DC and Maryland areas
• Responded to at least a dozen 911 calls daily, providing quality emergency medical care to patients on scene and during transport to medical facilities as per state protocols
• Cooperated quickly and efficiently with other first responders to secure the scene
• Communicated with dispatch and medical direction to establish treatment plans for patients

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry - The George Washington University