Nancy Zhang
About Nancy Zhang
Nancy Zhang is a Senior R&D Manager specializing in Materials Development at Carbon, with a strong background in polymer chemistry and statistical analysis. She holds a Ph.D. from Virginia Tech and has previously worked at IBM and Case Western Reserve University.
Current Role at Carbon
Nancy Zhang serves as the Senior R&D Manager for Materials Development at Carbon, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on advancing materials development initiatives, leveraging her expertise in polymer chemistry and synthesis. Her responsibilities include overseeing research projects and ensuring the successful execution of development programs.
Previous Experience at Carbon
Prior to her current role, Nancy Zhang worked at Carbon as the R&D Manager for Materials Development from 2021 to 2022 and as the R&D Manager for Material Characterization from 2019 to 2022. During her tenure, she contributed to various projects that involved material characterization and development, applying her knowledge in polymer chemistry.
Education and Expertise
Nancy Zhang earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Organic Polymer Chemistry from Virginia Tech, where she studied from 2008 to 2013. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Biology and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, completed in 2008. Her educational background supports her expertise in polymer chemistry, statistical analysis, and design of experiments.
Professional Background
Nancy Zhang has a diverse professional background. She worked as a Polymer Scientist at IBM from 2014 to 2016 in the San Francisco Bay Area and as a Research Associate at Case Western Reserve University from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, she completed a Materials Research Internship at Eastman Kodak in 2011. Her roles have equipped her with skills in failure analysis and agile methodologies.
Certifications and Skills
Nancy Zhang holds a Six Sigma Green Belt certification, demonstrating her proficiency in process improvement and quality management. She is experienced in using JMP software for statistical analysis, which is essential for research and development projects. Her skills encompass polymer chemistry, synthesis, characterization, and agile program management.