Erin Sullivan
About Erin Sullivan
Erin Sullivan is a Senior Scientist with expertise in spectroscopy and chemical analysis. She has a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley, and has held various research and consulting positions at notable institutions including Exponent and the California State Senate.
Current Role at Exponent
Erin Sullivan currently serves as a Senior Scientist at Exponent, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on applying her expertise in spectroscopy and optical characterization of consumer electronic devices. Her work involves analyzing materials and solutions, contributing to the understanding of chemical dynamics relevant to various applications.
Previous Experience at Exponent
Before her current role, Erin Sullivan worked as a Scientist at Exponent from 2020 to 2022. During this time, she engaged in research and development projects that leveraged her background in physical chemistry. Her contributions included the development of instrumentation for examining chemical dynamics, particularly in relation to free radicals and their implications in atmospheric and combustion chemistry.
Education and Expertise
Erin Sullivan earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Physical Chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley, where she studied from 2015 to 2020. Prior to this, she completed her undergraduate studies in Chemistry at Fairfield University from 2010 to 2014. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in chemical analysis and spectroscopy.
Internships and Consulting Roles
Throughout her career, Erin Sullivan has gained diverse experience through various internships and consulting roles. In 2019, she worked as a Student Consultant at PARC, a Xerox Company, and at East Bay Community Energy. Additionally, she interned at the California State Senate, where she contributed to projects for four months. These roles have enhanced her practical understanding of scientific applications in different contexts.
Research Experience
Erin Sullivan has extensive research experience, having served as a Graduate Student Instructor at UC Berkeley from 2015 to 2018. She also worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of Connecticut and Yale University. Her research has focused on the chemical dynamics of free radicals and their relevance to atmospheric and combustion chemistry processes.