Derrick Allan Taylor

• Assisted with development and implementation of grassroots efforts to support or oppose policy changes.
• Developed policy briefs and conducted research to inform policy decisions.
• Analyzed current and proposed policies, identified potential issues, and developed solutions.

• Developed novel methods for synthesizing high-quality colloidal quantum dots for next-generation optoelectronics applications using schlenk line setup. I also developed post-synthetic processes for engineering the surface of these quantum dots for tailored applications, and dispersion in eco-friendly solvents.
• Performed characterizations and gathered, organized, and analyzed experimental datasets from multiple sources.
• Published experimental and research findings in scientific publications and journals.
• Attended industry conferences and meetings to stay abreast of new theories and findings.
• Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives.

• Strategized and implemented methods for streamlining processes, controlling costs and modernizing operations.
• Advocated for students' interests when meeting with administrators or other stakeholders.
• Acted as spokesperson for all official communications from the union such as press releases or announcements sent out via email or posted online.
• Coordinated weekly meetings with officers of the Union to discuss progress towards goals set by executive board.
• Enhanced operations by realigning procedures with changing trends in education.

• Acted as a liaison between students and faculty, facilitating communication and understanding.
• Graded assignments, tests, and papers according to teacher instructions.
• Conducted and supervised students in undertaking laboratory work.

• Created outreach programs to increase membership in the association, and engagement among members.
• Coordinated weekly meetings with members of the association to discuss progress toward goals set by the executive board.
• Assisted in developing policies for the operation of the association.
• Acted as the spokesperson for all official communications from the association, such as press releases, and announcements sent out via email or posted online.

• Assisted with daily maintenance and servicing of machinery.
• Set specific goals for projects to measure progress, and evaluate results daily.
• I wrote and submitted reports on industry trends.

My 2015 internship was at the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority in Takoradi.

My 2016 internship was at Chirano Gold Mines, Bibiani, Ghana.

• Assisted other commission members in overseeing free and fair elections of departmental executives.
• Collaborated with other developers on design strategies and best practices.