Deirdre Newton
About Deirdre Newton
Deirdre Newton is a Formulation Chemist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where she has worked since 2021. She has a strong background in polymer chemistry and product development, with previous roles at Lonza and Emerald Performance Materials.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Deirdre Newton has been employed as a Formulation Chemist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2021. In this role, she applies her expertise in polymer chemistry to contribute to various research and development projects. Her work involves formulating and testing new materials, leveraging her background in chemistry to support the laboratory's scientific objectives.
Previous Experience at Lonza
Prior to her current position, Deirdre Newton worked as a Product Development Scientist at Lonza from 2018 to 2021. During her tenure, she focused on product development initiatives, utilizing her skills in chemistry to enhance product formulations and improve performance metrics. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in the product development lifecycle.
Education and Expertise
Deirdre Newton holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Chemistry from the University of Oregon, which she completed in 2016. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemistry from Oregon State University in 2015. Additionally, she studied at the University of Washington for one year, further solidifying her academic background in chemistry. Her expertise includes polymer chemistry, data communication, and customer support.
Career Development at Emerald Performance Materials
Deirdre Newton gained valuable experience at Emerald Performance Materials, where she held multiple roles. She served as an R&D Applications Chemist from 2016 to 2017 and previously worked as a Plasticizer Applications R&D Intern for nine months in 2016. In these positions, she developed her skills in application development and project management, contributing to various research initiatives.
Interest in Technical Marketing
Deirdre Newton has expressed a strong interest in transitioning to a technical marketing role. She aims to leverage her polymer expertise and experience in project management to bridge the gap between technical development and market needs. This shift reflects her desire to apply her scientific knowledge in a customer-facing capacity.