Nelson D Souza
Analytical Chemist
Northampton
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in data analysis, analytical methods, and quality control. Demonstrates exceptional skills in instrumentation and laboratory safety, ensuring precise and reliable results. Known for strong teamwork, work ethic, and problem-solving abilities, complemented by excellent interpersonal skills and report writing proficiency. Committed to leveraging these competencies to drive innovation and efficiency in scientific environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Laboratory Technician
SOCOTEC UK LIMITED
Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Supported heavy metals screening of water, soil, and mud extract samples using ICP-MS, under Senior Analyst supervision
- Assisted with sample preparation, including extraction, dilution, and filtration, following SOPs
- Logged, prioritised, and tracked samples using LabWare LIMS based on analysis deadlines
- Assisted with daily ICP-MS runs and preparation of tests for scheduled analysis
- Performed basic data processing and review of ICP-MS results prior to analyst validation
- Followed health & safety and quality procedures within a regulated laboratory environment
Senior Analytical Chemist
Eurofins BLC Leather Technology Limited
Moulton
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Successfully analyzed samples such as leather, textiles and synthetic materials to ensure their compliance with quality standards.
- Performed tests as per BS, EN, ISO, and regulatory standards in an internationally accredited laboratory, ensuring accurate results and exceptional client support.
- Developed and implemented quality assurance protocols for some of the analytical processes.
- Proficient in a range of analytical techniques, including, UV-Vis, FTIR, and ICP-MS, XRF for qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis.
Laboratory Chemist
Sam Precious Metals FZ LLC
Dubai
11.2018 - 12.2023
- Proficiently managed the quality of the product for each batch of refined gold samples to meet product specifications as per ISO standard guidelines.
- Areas of expertise in setting up methods and developing methods include calibration with maintenance and troubleshooting for ICP-OES Perkin Elmer Avio 200 and Agilent 5900 ICP-OES Instruments.
- Maintaining quality in test results to meet international standards quality and our test results are traceable against LBMA (London Bullion Market Association) standard reference materials.
- Determination of high pure gold samples by ICP-OES as per ISO 15093:2020 Standard Test Method.
- Determination of silver content in silver samples by Metrohm Potentiometric Autotitrator.
- Determination of gold in gold jewelry alloys by Lead Cupelation method as per ISO 11426:2014.
Material Chemist
Element Materials Technology
Abu Dhabi
07.2017 - 11.2018
- Conducted chemical analysis of Stainless Steel, Carbon steel, Nickel, and Aluminum alloys using OES Spectrometer (Thermo Scientific ARL 3460) and full composition analysis with ICAP 6000 Series.
- Determined carbon, sulfur, and nitrogen content in metal samples using Eltra CS800 (combustion method) and Eltra ON 900 (fusion method).
- Measured zinc coating mass by ASTM/BS stripping methods and performed corrosion/pitting resistance tests as per ASTM standards (G28, G48, A262).
- Identified and categorized steel grades per ASTM standards and systematically managed analytical reports using LIMS software.
General Chemist
Emirates Industrial Laboratory
Dubai
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Utilised APHA standards to analyse drinking water, freshwater, and wastewater parameters.
- Conducted soil and sludge testing for pH, TDS, TSS, COD, and heavy metals using US EPA methods.
- Performed comprehensive fuel analyses, including density, viscosity, calorific value, cetane index, and moisture content.
- Employed ASTM methods for accurate fuel quality assessments.
- Executed diesel and petrol sulfur analysis using XRF sulphur analyser.
- Analysed oil samples with FTIR spectra analysis using Spectrum software for precision.
- Handled Perkin Elmer Optima 8300 ICP-OES with one-point calibration to ensure quality control.
- Prepared sample solutions in line with ISO/IEC17025:2005 accreditation standards.
Internship Trainee
BASF Chemical Company
Mangalore, Karnataka, India
04.2014 - 05.2014
- Industrial training in the QA/QC Department at B.A.S.F Chemical Company, India regarding routine Chemical analysis of Dyes/Oil Paints, Dispersion Polymers and Micronutrients.
Education
Master of Science - Analytical Chemistry
St. Aloysius University
Mangalore, India 07.2013 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - General Chemistry, Microbiology and Zoology
St. Aloysius University
Mangalore, India 06.2010 - 05.2013
Diploma - methods of Chemical Analysis
St. Aloysius University
Mangalore, IndiaSkills
- Data Analysis - Expert
- Analytical Method - Expert
- Quality Control - Expert
- Instrumentation - Expert
- Laboratory Safety - Expert
- Teamwork - Expert
- Work ethic - Expert
- Problem-solving - Expert
- Interpersonal skills - Expert
- Report Writing - Expert
Languages
English - Fluent
Accomplishments
- Pioneered testing methods based on ISO standards for a company since its inception and also trained colleagues to verify results with CRM standards certified by LBMA.
- Similarly, I visited other facilities based in Egypt and calibrated and set up instrumental methods within a limited timeframe.
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
SOCOTEC UK LIMITED
02.2025 - 05.2025
Senior Analytical Chemist
Eurofins BLC Leather Technology Limited
02.2024 - 03.2025
Laboratory Chemist
Sam Precious Metals FZ LLC
11.2018 - 12.2023
Material Chemist
Element Materials Technology
07.2017 - 11.2018
General Chemist
Emirates Industrial Laboratory
06.2016 - 06.2017
Internship Trainee
BASF Chemical Company
04.2014 - 05.2014
Master of Science - Analytical Chemistry
St. Aloysius University
07.2013 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - General Chemistry, Microbiology and Zoology
St. Aloysius University
06.2010 - 05.2013
Diploma - methods of Chemical Analysis
St. Aloysius University