Hunter Edwards
About Hunter Edwards
Hunter Edwards is a Laboratory Assistant at Stepan Company in Winder, Georgia, with extensive experience in geosciences and various analytical techniques. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Virginia Tech and a Master's degree from the University of Cape Town, and has presented research at multiple scientific conferences.
Work at Stepan Company
Hunter Edwards has been employed as a Laboratory Assistant at Stepan Company since 2021. His role is based in Winder, Georgia, where he has contributed to various laboratory functions for three years. His experience in laboratory settings enhances the operational capabilities of the company.
Education and Expertise
Hunter Edwards holds a Bachelor's degree in Geosciences from Virginia Tech, completed between 2014 and 2018. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Geological Sciences from the University of Cape Town in 2020. His academic background is complemented by proficiency in advanced techniques such as scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), and various mass spectrometry methods.
Background
Prior to his current position, Hunter Edwards worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at The University of Georgia from 2018 to 2019. He also has experience as a Laboratory Demonstrator at the University of Cape Town for one month in 2019. His work history includes a role as a Student Wage at Virginia Tech and a position in the service industry at Outback Steakhouse.
Research Experience
Hunter Edwards has conducted fieldwork across diverse locations, including the western United States, Europe, and South Africa. His research activities include mapping geological areas and prospecting for fossils. He has presented his findings at five scientific conferences and is currently preparing a manuscript for publication based on his master's thesis research.
Technical Skills
Hunter Edwards possesses a range of technical skills relevant to geological sciences. He is experienced with X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray fluorescence (XRF), and Raman spectroscopy. Additionally, he is familiar with AutoCAD and has utilized Adobe Illustrator for research purposes. His laboratory experience includes working in clean labs at Scripps Institution of Oceanography and NASA Johnson Space Center.