Alex Parker
About Alex Parker
Alex Parker is the Chemistry and Applications Group Manager at Smiths Detection in Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom. With a background in chemistry and physics, he has extensive experience in ion mobility spectrometry and laser spectroscopic techniques.
Current Role at Smiths Detection
Alex Parker serves as the Chemistry and Applications Group Manager at Smiths Detection, a position he has held since 2017. He is based in Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom. In this role, he oversees various projects related to chemistry applications, leveraging his extensive background in the field.
Previous Experience at Smiths Detection
Before his current role, Alex Parker worked as a Senior Scientist at Smiths Detection from 2011 to 2017. During this six-year tenure, he contributed to the development of technologies and methodologies in the field of detection science.
Educational Background
Alex Parker completed his Ph.D. in Chemistry/Physics at the University of Leicester from 2003 to 2007. Prior to that, he earned his M.Chem in Chemistry from the University of Oxford, studying there from 1999 to 2003. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his research and managerial roles.
Research Experience
Alex Parker has a diverse research background, having worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at IRSN from 2010 to 2011 and at the University of Lille 1 from 2007 to 2010. His research experience spans several years and includes expertise in ion mobility spectrometry and laser spectroscopic techniques.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Alex Parker possesses expertise in ion mobility spectrometry and various laser spectroscopic techniques, including LIF, CRDS, and CEAS. He is proficient in using software such as Labview and IGOR Pro for data acquisition and analysis. Additionally, he has experience supervising Ph.D. and undergraduate lab work.