Hi, I’m
Maritza Reyna-Liriano
Summary
To obtain a PhD degree in Pharmaceutical and Analytical Chemistry. Innovative Researcher adept at developing probing questions, designing experiments and generating meaningful results. Experienced at identifying and using new technologies and resources. Works effectively and collaboratively with teams and individuals.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Avara Pharmaceutical Services
Graduate Chemometrician Student and Researcher
08.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Wrote research papers, reports, reviews, and summaries regarding chemometric analysis.
- Interpreted data analysis results to draw inferences and conclusions.
- Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
- Developed data collection strategies and monitored data quality for optimal research results.
- Analyzed and interpreted patterns and trends.
• University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez
Graduate Student Researcher and Teaching Assistant
08.2015 - Current
Job overview
- Prepared fact sheets, tables, and graphs to summarize research results.
- Assisted with writing and editing experimental results for publication in journals.
- Used data analysis software to perform qualitative and quantitative analysis spectral data.
- Interpreted and analyzed research data to draw conclusions on outcomes.
Forensics Laboratory Amgen Manufacturing Limited
Coop Student at Forensics Laboratory
02.2015 - 06.2015
Job overview
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
University of Puerto Rico at Humacao
B.S Student Researcher
08.2009 - 05.2015
Job overview
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Department of Chemistry • University of Minnesota
NSF-REU Student Researcher
06.2012 - 08.2012
•Department of Chemistry • University of Minnesota
NSF-REU Student Researcher
06.2011 - 08.2011
Department of Physics • Penn State University
NSF-REU Student Researcher
06.2010 - 08.2010
Laboratory for Research on Structure of Matter • University of Pennsylvania
PREM Summer Program at PENN
06.2009 - 07.2009
Education
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Ph.D. from Pharmaceutical and Analytical Chemistry
08.2025
University Overview
Graduate Chemometrician Student
- Avara Pharmaceutical Services Stipend, from 2018-2023
University of Puerto Rico At Humacao, Humacao, PR
Bachelor of Science from Industrial Chemistry/Certification Business Administration
05.2015
University Overview
- Cum Laude, University of Puerto Rico at Humacao, 2015
Skills
- PROFESSIONAL AND COMPUTATIONAL SKILLS
- Aspen, Unscrambler
- Microsoft office
- Bruker Matrix-F FT-NIR Spectrometer
- Umetrics SIMCA 140
- OPUS 72 Build 7, 2, 139, 1294, Copyright Bruker Optic GmbH 2012
- Status Reports
- Data Modeling
- Method Validation
- Risk Analysis
- Project Planning and Implementation
Accomplishments
- “A Troubleshooting Approach for A NIR Spectroscopy Method to Monitor an API Film Coating” NIPTE Integrating Quality into Pharmaceutical Technology, Research, and Education Held Virtually November 29-December 1
- 19th International Diffuse Reflectance Conference, July 29-August 2, 2018, Chambersburg, PA
- IFPAC/QbD/PAT Summit with INDUNIV, Process Analytical Technology, June 13-14, 2017, Isla Verde Beach Resort, Marriott Courtyard, Carolina, Puerto Rico
- Finding and Successfully Applying for Major Scholarships (workshop), May 22-23, 2017, Metropolitan University (UMET) of Ana G. Méndez, Cupey, Puerto Rico
- FORWARD SUMMIT is powered by the Puerto Rico Science, Research and Technology Trust, September 17th, 2016, at the Sheraton Convention Center, San Juan, Puerto Rico
- IFPAC/QbD/PAT w/INDUNIV Summit Meeting - Isla Verde Beach Resort, 21-22 June 2016
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Graduate Chemometrician Student and Researcher
Avara Pharmaceutical Services
08.2018 - Current
Graduate Student Researcher and Teaching Assistant
• University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez
08.2015 - Current
Coop Student at Forensics Laboratory
Forensics Laboratory Amgen Manufacturing Limited
02.2015 - 06.2015
NSF-REU Student Researcher
Department of Chemistry • University of Minnesota
06.2012 - 08.2012
NSF-REU Student Researcher
•Department of Chemistry • University of Minnesota
06.2011 - 08.2011
NSF-REU Student Researcher
Department of Physics • Penn State University
06.2010 - 08.2010
B.S Student Researcher
University of Puerto Rico at Humacao
08.2009 - 05.2015
PREM Summer Program at PENN
Laboratory for Research on Structure of Matter • University of Pennsylvania
06.2009 - 07.2009
University of Puerto Rico
Ph.D. from Pharmaceutical and Analytical Chemistry
University of Puerto Rico At Humacao
Bachelor of Science from Industrial Chemistry/Certification Business Administration
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