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Hire Thienanh T.

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USD 125 /hr

Freelance Agricultural Scientist, 20+ yrs of experience in Karnal Bunt (KB) and Tilletia Controversa Kuhn (TCK) Testing

Profile Summary

Profile Summary Laboratory Manager and Certified Food Scientist with 20+ years of experience in analytical laboratory operations, specializing in regulated grain testing, including Karnal Bunt (KB) and Tilletia controversa Kühn (TCK) using both USDA and EPPO methods. Extensive expertise in performing, interpreting, and validating KB analyses in compliance with USDA protocols and EPPO standards, delivering accurate and defensible results for domestic and international regulatory requirements. Proven leader in laboratory development, including building an analytical laboratory from the ground up and successfully implementing over 60 testing methods to meet evolving client demands. Instrumental in driving business growth, generating consistent laboratory revenue averaging $60K per month through expanded testing capabilities and client-focused service delivery. Strong background in grain and feed quality testing, including evaluations to determine fit for human consumption and fit for animal consumption, ensuring food safety, export compliance, and adherence to customer specifications. Highly experienced in applying internationally recognized methodologies, including ISO, AOAC, AOCS, and AACC methods, to ensure analytical accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated ability to develop and validate methods, establish robust quality control programs, and author detailed SOPs to support consistent, audit-ready laboratory operations. Skilled in operating and maintaining advanced analytical instrumentation (GCMS, ICP-OES, NIR) alongside microbiological, mycotoxin, ELISA, and wet chemistry testing. Effective in training laboratory staff, coordinating inter-laboratory method development, and providing technical expertise in client communications. Recognized for strong attention to detail, efficiency, and problem-solving in high-throughput environments, with a commitment to upholding USDA, EPPO, ISO, AOAC, AOCS, and AACC standards while supporting global food safety and grain trade compliance.

Subject Matter Expertise

• ☆ Trace Elements
• ☆ Inorganic Chemistry
• ☆ Agricultural Chemistry
• ☆ Flow Chemistry
• ☆ Microbiology
• ☆ Biochemistry
• ☆ Agricultural Technology
• ☆ Agribusiness
• ☆ Food Microbiology
• ☆ Food Sensory Analysis
• ☆ Food Preservation
• ☆ Food Safety
• ☆ Food Processing
• ☆ Food Chemistry
• ☆ Food Testing

Services

• Writing
• Consulting
• Product Development

Writing Technical Writing, General Proofreading & Editing, Translation

Consulting Operations Consulting, Scientific and Technical Consulting

Product Development Formulation, Recipe Development, Stability/Shelf Life Testing, Product Evaluation, Quality Assurance & Control (QA/QC)

Work Experience

Lab Manager and scientist

SGS North America

June 2021 - January 2026

Education

Biochemistry B.S.

Portland State University

September 1993 - September 1998

Certifications

• Certified Food Scientist

  Institution Food Technologist

  December 2021 - December 2026