Elizabeth Sobalvarro Converse
About Elizabeth Sobalvarro Converse
Elizabeth Sobalvarro Converse is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, specializing in the structure-property relationships of Pyrochlore oxides. She holds a PhD in Chemistry from Oregon State University and has extensive experience in academic research and mentorship.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Elizabeth Sobalvarro Converse has been employed as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2020. In this role, she engages in advanced research initiatives, contributing her expertise in chemistry to various projects. Her work focuses on applying scientific principles to address complex challenges in the field.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Sobalvarro Converse completed her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry at Oregon State University from 2016 to 2020. Her doctoral research concentrated on the structure-property relationships of Pyrochlore oxides. Prior to her PhD, she earned a Master of Science (MS) in Chemistry from Stony Brook University from 2014 to 2016, and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemistry from the same institution from 2012 to 2014.
Background
Elizabeth Sobalvarro Converse has a diverse academic and professional background in chemistry. She worked at Stony Brook University in various roles, including Graduate Assistant and Undergraduate Research Assistant, from 2013 to 2016. She also served as a Lab Manager and Graduate Teaching Assistant at Oregon State University from 2016 to 2020. Her experience includes mentoring at the university level, showcasing her leadership skills.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current position, Elizabeth Sobalvarro Converse held several roles at Oregon State University, including Lab Manager from 2017 to 2020, Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2016 to 2020, and Graduate Research Assistant from 2016 to 2020. Additionally, she worked as a Graduate Assistant at Stony Brook University in 2015 and as an Undergraduate Research Assistant from 2013 to 2014.
Research Interests
Elizabeth Sobalvarro Converse is interested in research positions that address real-world problems and promote skill growth. Her academic focus has been on chemistry, particularly in understanding material properties through her research on Pyrochlore oxides. This interest aligns with her current role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where she continues to explore impactful scientific inquiries.