Brendan Cortes
Greenville
Summary
Detail-oriented Analytical Chemist with advanced skills in analytical techniques and data interpretation. Proven ability to train junior staff and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Analytical Chemist I
Catalent
Greenville
03.2023 - Current
- Analytical Chemist I skilled in laboratory testing, instrument operation, and accurate data documentation, with a strong focus on quality, compliance, and attention to detail.
Teaching Assistant
East Carolina University
Greenville
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Assessed student learning styles and understanding of material to redirect and optimize teaching strategies.
- Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning.
Assistant Manager
Dunham's Sports
Greenville
09.2016 - 09.2022
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Enforced company policies and procedures to strengthen operational standards across departments.
Farm Labor Contractor
Self-employeed
New Bern
05.2013 - 08.2016
- Owned and operated a farm labor contractor business, supervising and training field teams to execute precision task critical to corn seed production with the purpose of generating a seed for production in harsh climates.
- Coordinated logistics, labor allocation, and quality control while adapting operations to extreme weather and environmental challenges.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC04-2026
Associate of Science - Associate of Engineering
Pitt Community College
Winterville, NC12-2018
High School Diploma -
West Craven High School
Vanceboro, NC06-2013
Skills
- Proficient in advanced analytical techniques (eg, HPLC, GC, Dissolution, Karl Fischer, rotational viscometry)
- Ability to develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods (with minimal supervision)
- Strong experience with complex sample preparation
- Skilled in data interpretation, trending, and identifying out-of-specification (OOS) results
- Working knowledge of statistical tools for data analysis, method performance, and quality control
- Experience troubleshooting and maintaining laboratory instrumentation
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements (eg, FDA, GMP, ISO) and audit readiness
- Ability to write, review, and revise SOPs, test methods, and technical reports
- Competence in using laboratory software (eg, LIMS, Empower, or similar)
- Strong understanding of method validation parameters (accuracy, precision, linearity, robustness, etc)
- Ability to train and mentor junior chemists or lab technicians
- Experience managing multiple projects, timelines, and priorities effectively
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on data integrity and compliance
- Effective cross-functional communication with QA, R&D, and production teams
- Capability to investigate deviations, implement corrective actions, and support root cause analysis
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills in resolving analytical and process-related challenges
Relevant Coursework
- General Chemistry I and II with Lab
- Organic Chemistry I and II with Lab
- Inorganic Chemistry with Lab
- Quantitative Analysis with Lab
- Instrumental Analysis with Lab
- Mathematical Statistics
- Pharmaceutical Industry Skill Laboratory: Good Manufacturing Practices
Timeline
Analytical Chemist I
Catalent
03.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant
East Carolina University
08.2022 - 05.2023
Assistant Manager
Dunham's Sports
09.2016 - 09.2022
Farm Labor Contractor
Self-employeed
05.2013 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
East Carolina University
Associate of Science - Associate of Engineering
Pitt Community College
High School Diploma -
West Craven High School