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Darragh Foy

Athy,Co Kildare

Summary

Darragh is an ambitious, recent graduate currently working as a Graduate Scientist in the materials science-focused Product Performance Lab in Boston Scientific, Clonmel. He is seeking a similar role in a materials science lab or analytical lab in a leading chemical company. Darragh is enthusiastic about his work, taking a pride in what he does, and is excited about gaining the opportunity to make a lasting impact in the fields of chemical R&D and materials analysis. He is experienced and skilled in working in a Process Development materials science lab, carrying out materials and component integrity testing, contamination investigations and process characterisations. Darragh graduated from Maynooth University with a Second Class Honours (Grade 1) BSc in General Science, majoring in Chemistry, and minored in Applied Mathematics. He is a precision-focused, diligent worker, and is confident in working in the lab independently and on group-oriented projects.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Graduate Scientist

Boston Scientific
Clonmel, County Tipperary
10.2024 - Current
  • Joined the graduate program in Boston Scientific, working as a Graduate Scientist in the Product Performance Lab.
  • Provides material and medical device component testing services to support new product development, R&D and manufacturing functions across the site.
  • Conducts advanced testing techniques in surface science, plastics and polymers, and metals and ceramics.
  • Testing techniques used: Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDX), CT X-ray, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Shore A and D Hardness, Vickers and Knoops Microhardness, Mechanical Testing, Rheology, Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Tensiometer, Surface Profilometer, Cross-Sectional Analysis (CSA).
  • Carries out component and material integrity testing, foreign matter (FM) and contamination investigations, and failure analysis on materials, components and medical devices.
  • Engages with other teams and departments to clarify testing needs, to recommend suitable test methods and to support problem solving and issue resolution.
  • 5S Champion of the Product Performance Lab. Manages space usage in the lab and ensures that the area is clean and upheld to a certain standard, and thus, is prepared for tours or audits at any time.

Clerical Support Officer

Muiríosa Foundation
Monasterevin, Co Kildare
06.2024 - 09.2025
  • Joined the Summer Student Worker program in the Muiríosa Foundation, working as a Clerical Support Officer for three summers during undergraduate studies.
  • Provided clerical support to the Pensions Department.
  • Created annual benefit statements for employees within the organisation using MS Word and Excel.
  • Used the online 'Contributions and Referable Amounts' calculation tool to calculate employees' total annual pension contributions.
  • Utilised the organisation's CORE-Pay system to access employees' details and payslips for input into the calculation tool.
  • Conducted thorough data entry tasks, maintaining accuracy in information management systems.
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate and check financial figures.
  • Examined, scanned, and inputted documents into computer system.
  • Maintained client confidentiality by adhering to GDPR standards across all tasks.
  • Improved skills and efficiency in working with MS Office.

Undergraduate Thesis Research

Maynooth University
Maynooth, Co Kildare
11.2023 - 04.2024
  • Completed an undergraduate research thesis in Green Chemistry, titled: "Miscibility of Green Solvents."
  • Investigated the miscibility of various green solvents with each other, and with traditional solvents, contributing to ongoing research projects and publications.
  • Worked independently in the lab for 12 hours a week for 12 weeks.
  • Accurately carried out miscibility tests with high precision and efficiency on a daily basis.
  • Participated in weekly lab meetings and presented findings to supervisor, conveying research progress and creating new discussions.
  • Tabulated results and organised data efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems and evaluate solutions.
  • Gained valuable experience and confidence in working independently in the lab without oversight.
  • Improved skills in carrying out laboratory techniques.
  • Gained experience in using the Hansen Solubility Parameter in Practice (HSPiP) software.

Education

Bachelor of Science - General Science (Major in Chemistry)

Maynooth University
Maynooth, Co Kildare
09.2020 - 06.2024

Skills

  • Solvent Properties & Parameters: Strong understanding of solvents and their properties, and well-versed in solubility parameters, such as the Hansen Solubility Parameter
  • HSPiP Software: Experienced in the use of the Hansen Solubility Parameter in Practice (HSPiP) software
  • Laboratory Techniques: Quick and efficient in performing laboratory techniques, incl sample preparation, buffer preparation, serial dilution, titration, reflux reactions, TLC, filtrations, rotary evaporation, liquid-liquid extraction
  • Lab Equipment/Material Testing: Experienced in the use lab equipment and conducting material testing, incl UV-Vis spectrometer, HPLC, FTIR, rheometer, DSC, SEM, EDX, surface profilometer, tensiometer, digital microscopes
  • Data Entry & Record-Keeping: Well-practiced in data entry, record-keeping and organisation of data
  • Report-Writing: Proficient in writing detailed and concise lab reports and SOPs
  • Cross-Functional Communication: Strong communication skills and practiced in communicating across teams and departments

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Graduate Scientist

Boston Scientific
10.2024 - Current

Clerical Support Officer

Muiríosa Foundation
06.2024 - 09.2025

Undergraduate Thesis Research

Maynooth University
11.2023 - 04.2024

Bachelor of Science - General Science (Major in Chemistry)

Maynooth University
09.2020 - 06.2024

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