Luis Valencia
About Luis Valencia
Luis Valencia is a Werkstudent at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg, where he assists in research related to aroma and scent studies. He holds a Master of Science in Advanced Materials and Processes and has a background in Chemical Engineering, along with experience in teaching and research roles.
Current Role at Amazon Logistics
Luis Valencia has been working at Amazon Logistics as a Werkstudent since 2022. His role involves supporting various operational tasks within the logistics framework. This position allows him to apply his academic knowledge in a practical environment, enhancing his understanding of logistics processes.
Education and Academic Background
Luis Valencia studied at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg, where he earned a Master of Science in Advanced Materials and Processes from 2021 to 2023. Prior to this, he attended the University of Kentucky for 11 months, focusing on Chemical and Materials Engineering in 2018. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from Universidad San Francisco de Quito, where he studied from 2015 to 2019.
Research Experience at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg
At FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg, Luis Valencia assists in research at the Lehrstuhl für Aroma- und Geruchsforschung. His involvement in this research group contributes to the exploration of aroma and scent, utilizing his background in materials science.
Previous Experience at Universidad San Francisco de Quito
Luis Valencia worked at Universidad San Francisco de Quito in various roles. He served as a Teaching Assistant for four months in 2016 and as a Tutor for six months in the same year. Additionally, he was a Research Assistant from 2017 to 2020, where he contributed to the development of biomaterials using waste as a primary source within the USFQ Biomat research group.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
Luis Valencia has a strong interest in photography, which he has recently taken up as a hobby. He also enjoys engaging in sports and culinary activities, reflecting a well-rounded approach to personal interests outside of his academic and professional commitments.