HOSSAM JALAL

Senior Chemist | R&D Chemist | Transformer Oil & Insulating Oil Specialist | Analytical Chemist | Materials Chemist

Damascus, SY.

About

Highly accomplished Senior Chemist and R&D professional with 18+ years of expertise in applied chemistry, specializing in transformer oil, industrial chemistry, and materials science. Proven track record in leading product development, optimizing formulations, and implementing robust quality control systems to drive innovation and ensure product excellence. Adept at leveraging advanced analytical techniques and strategic research to solve complex technical challenges and contribute to scientific publications.

Work

SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND STUDIES CENTER

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Senior Chemist / Research Scientist

Damascus, Syria, Syrian Arab Republic

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Summary

Led comprehensive R&D initiatives in industrial chemistry and materials science, driving product innovation and optimizing processes from formulation to scale-up.

Highlights

Spearheaded R&D projects in applied chemistry, industrial chemistry, and materials science, contributing to the successful development of new products and industrial applications.

Designed and executed complex laboratory experiments for chemical formulations, material systems, coatings, and surface treatments, leading to enhanced product performance and characteristics.

Optimized formulation development, product evaluation, and process scale-up activities, resulting in improved efficiency and quality control across various chemical and material systems.

Conducted in-depth analysis and quality evaluation of Transformer Oils, Electrical Insulating Oils, Mineral Oils, and Lubricant Products, ensuring compliance with industry standards and product reliability.

Developed and applied advanced analytical methodologies, including HPLC, GC, FTIR, SEM, XRD, Karl Fischer Titration, AAS, and Atomic Emission Spectroscopy, to characterize materials and resolve technical challenges.

ATOMIC ENERGY COMMISSION

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Chemist / Research Assistant

Damascus, Syria, Syrian Arab Republic

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Summary

Contributed to analytical chemistry and experimental development activities, supporting research programs through precise laboratory testing and data documentation.

Highlights

Performed chemical analysis, laboratory testing, and sample preparation, ensuring accurate data for research and experimental development activities.

Applied established analytical methods and scientific protocols, maintaining high standards of laboratory safety and operational efficiency.

Prepared detailed samples, conducted laboratory measurements, and meticulously documented observations and analytical results to support research programs.

Assisted in the interpretation of analytical data and contributed to technical laboratory documentation, facilitating comprehensive scientific reporting.

Education

Damascus University

Damascus, Syria, Syrian Arab Republic
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Master's Degree Applied Chemistry

Courses

Master's Thesis: Study of Porosity of Anodic Aluminum Oxide

Publications

International Peer-Reviewed Scientific Publications

Author/co-author of 4 international peer-reviewed scientific publications, demonstrating significant contributions to the scientific community in applied chemistry, industrial chemistry, surface treatment, and materials characterization.

Languages

Arabic

English

Skills

Core Chemistry Expertise

Applied Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Research, Materials Chemistry, Organic Synthesis, Chemical Formulation, Formulation Development, Product Development, Product Evaluation, Process Development, Process Optimization, Laboratory Scale-Up, Research & Development (R&D), Experimental Design, Laboratory Research.

Oil & Lubricant Specialization

Transformer Oil, Electrical Insulating Oil, Mineral Oil Analysis, Lubricants, Oil Analysis, Oil Quality Control, Oil Formulation, Lubricant Formulation, Lubricant Additives, Physicochemical Testing, Moisture Analysis, Water Determination, Viscosity Testing, Acidity Testing, Color Evaluation, Oil Treatment, Filtration, Drying and Purification, Product Testing and Evaluation.

Analytical Instrumentation

HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography), GC (Gas Chromatography), FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy), SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy), XRD (X-Ray Diffraction), AAS (Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy), Atomic Emission Spectroscopy, Karl Fischer Titration, Instrumental Analysis, Chemical Analysis, Analytical Data Interpretation, Sample Preparation.

Materials Science & Surface Engineering

Materials Characterization, Surface Engineering, Surface Treatment, Anodizing, Anodic Oxidation, Porous Anodic Aluminum Oxide, Thin Films, Advanced Coatings, Composite Materials, Coating Development, Coating Evaluation, Surface Modification, Corrosion Protection.

Quality & Laboratory Management

Quality Control (QC), Quality Assurance (QA), Laboratory Quality Control, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Procedures, Laboratory Documentation, Technical Documentation, Scientific Reporting, Laboratory Safety, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), ISO/IEC 17025 Working Knowledge, GMP Working Knowledge, ISO 22000 Working Knowledge, Technical Problem Solving.