Robert De Vor
About Robert De Vor
Robert De Vor is a Senior Analytical Chemist at BLUE ORIGIN with extensive experience in environmental sensor development, contamination remediation, and advanced analytical techniques.
Title
Robert De Vor currently serves as a Senior Analytical Chemist at BLUE ORIGIN. He has held this position since 2020, bringing extensive experience and proficiency in his field to the company.
Company
BLUE ORIGIN, a major player in the aerospace industry, employs Robert De Vor as a Senior Analytical Chemist. Robert has been with the company since 2020, contributing his expertise in analytical chemistry to the organization's cutting-edge projects and innovations.
Previous Professional Experience
Robert De Vor's professional journey spans several reputable institutions. He was a Consultant and Subject Matter Expert at BoMax Hydrogen, LLC (2019-2020) in Titusville, Florida. Prior to that, he worked as a Subject Matter Expert II at SURA, Kennedy Space Center (2018-2019). From 2016 to 2018, he served as a Principal Investigator/Subject Matter Expert at Vencore Inc., following a term as a Scientist V (2014-2016) and Principal Investigator at the same company. His earlier roles include Scientist positions at QinetiQ North America (2011-2014) and Scientist III at ASRC Aerospace (2009-2011). He also has experience as a Post-Doc at the University of Central Florida (2008-2009) and spent several years as an Adjunct Professor at Valencia College (2008-2012).
Education and Expertise
Robert De Vor holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry (Environmental/Materials) from the University of Central Florida (2005-2008). He also obtained a Master of Science (M.S.) in Analytical Chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2003-2005) and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemistry from the University of Central Florida (1999-2003). His expertise includes sensor development and testing for environmental applications and significant experience in the remediation of environmental contaminants. Robert has advanced skills in catalyst development, analysis of green technologies, and is proficient with various analytical instrumentation, such as Gas Chromatography and Direct Analysis in Real Time-TOF MS (DART-MS).
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Robert De Vor's technical proficiencies include using a wide range of analytical instrumentation. This includes Gas Chromatography with various detectors, Low-Frequency Plasma Cleaning Systems, and Supercritical CO2 Extraction Systems. His skill set is extensive, making him adept at handling advanced analytical techniques such as Direct Analysis in Real Time-TOF MS (DART-MS). Robert's experience also encompasses the development and testing of sensors for environmental applications and remediation technologies for water cleanup and purification.