Deirdra Evers Mc Gregor, PhD
About Deirdra Evers Mc Gregor, PhD
Deirdra Evers Mc Gregor, PhD, is a Distillate Fuel Chemist at Chevron in Richmond, California, with extensive experience in both academic and industrial settings.
Current Role at Chevron
Deirdra Evers Mc Gregor currently serves as a Distillate Fuel Chemist at Chevron in Richmond, California. In her role, she employs her extensive expertise in chemistry and materials science to contribute to research and development projects focused on distillate fuels. Since joining Chevron in May 2019, she has been integral to the company's advancements in fuel technology.
Professional Experience at Xtalic Corporation
Deirdra Evers Mc Gregor worked at Xtalic Corporation as a Materials Engineer in 2017, for a duration of five months, in Marlborough, MA. During her tenure, she concentrated on advanced materials engineering, applying her depth of knowledge in materials science to the development and optimization of high-performance materials.
Academic Positions at Brandeis University
Deirdra Evers Mc Gregor has held multiple academic positions at Brandeis University. In 2017, she worked as an Adjunct Instructor for the General Chemistry Laboratory for four months, contributing to the academic growth of students. She also served as an Associate in the Office of Technology and Licensing in 2016, playing a key role in technology transfer and intellectual property management for eight months. Additionally, she was a Teaching Fellow from 2010 to 2013, responsible for teaching and mentoring undergraduate students, and conducted her PhD research from 2010 to 2015 under Christine Thomas, focusing on inorganic chemistry.
Teaching Experience at North Shore Community College
In 2016, Deirdra Evers Mc Gregor served as Adjunct Faculty in Chemistry at North Shore Community College for four months in Danvers, MA. Her role involved enhancing the educational experience of community college students by delivering comprehensive instruction in chemistry.
Research and Teaching at Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Deirdra Evers Mc Gregor has been actively involved in both research and teaching at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. From 2006 to 2008, she worked as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, assisting in the instruction of chemistry courses. Additionally, she conducted her undergraduate thesis research from 2006 to 2007 under Christine deDenus, contributing valuable insights to the field of chemistry.
Education in Chemistry
Deirdra Evers Mc Gregor earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Inorganic Chemistry from Brandeis University, completing her studies from 2008 to 2016. Prior to that, she achieved her Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Chemistry from Hobart and William Smith Colleges, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. Her extensive academic background has laid a solid foundation for her diverse roles in both academic and industrial settings.