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Sevinj Ismayilova

Baku,Azerbaijan

Summary

  • Successfully commissioned laboratory equipment for Quality Control analysis in SOCAR Polymer’s PP and HDPE plants.
  • Implemented over 150 testing methods, ensuring full compliance with ASTM and ISO standards.
  • Planned and managed QC analysis for the "Performance Guaranteed Test Run" of PP and HDPE plants, meeting all client-contractor agreement requirements.
  • Served as Quality Control Manager, leading and supervising a team of 30 laboratory personnel.
  • Directed operations as QC Manager of the Polymer QC Centre, covering mechanical, physical, and analytical assessments.
  • Accomplished chemist and researcher with over a year of international work experience.
  • PhD in Organic Chemistry with over a decade of expertise in the field.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
7
7
Certification
5911
5911
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Quality Control Laboratory Manager

SOCAR Polymer
Sumgait, Azerbaijan
09.2017 - 01.2025
  • Built and led proficient laboratory team of over 30 members from inception
  • Led and trained team in polymer analysis techniques
  • Managed lab safety and QC manual documentation
  • Facilitated meetings to resolve vendor-related issues and discrepancies
  • Established team objectives and performance indicators
  • Identified employee training needs and delivered relevant coaching
  • Developed and validated over 30 experimental methods and protocols
  • Established internal policies for safe working practices and waste management
  • Conducted expert-led training sessions on analytical methods for lab staff

Shift Supervisor

SOCAR Polymer
Sumgait, Azerbaijan
09.2016 - 09.2017
  • Collected measurements through UV, ICP, DSC, and GC-MS/FID/TCD techniques
  • Calibrated analytical equipment supporting tests and process control within polymer manufacturing industry
  • Developed schedules and strategies for delivering laboratory analysis and quality assurance program services
  • Led, planned, and reviewed staff's routine chemical and physical analysis work
  • Reviewed and updated more than 100 quality control procedures following SOPs
  • Managed data entry of test results and produced necessary documentation
  • Conducted quality control tests and uphold laboratory procedures
  • Implemented safety practices and ensure procedural compliance
  • Managed production batches ensuring high-quality standards and timely delivery

Guest Scientist

Helmholtz Zentrum München
München , Germany
10.2013 - 10.2014
  • Developed a new method for the comprehensive analysis of crude oil by GC-MS, GC/GC×GC-MS technique
  • Specialized in understanding principles and mechanisms of advanced laboratory equipment
  • Designed new educational methodologies
  • Attended and contributed to seminars, trade shows and technical conferences
  • Developed and maintained reference lists for GC, GC-MS, and GC/GC×GC-MS
  • Conducted routine and non-routine instrument maintenance and resolved technical issues effectively
  • Developed and revised analytical procedures and SOPs
  • Prepared research outputs and coordinated publication processes to meet quality and deadline requirements
  • Developed cross-cultural collaboration skills in diverse team

Leading Researcher

Institute of Petrochemical Processes
Baku, Azerbaijan
05.2008 - 09.2016
  • Supervised chemists and researchers while managing laboratory projects
  • Identified evaluation opportunities, wrote proposals, and developed budgets
  • Prepared research summaries and coordinated publication tasks
  • Directed research process securing necessary approvals
  • Led and inspired large research team
  • Developed research protocols and mentored team members
  • Managed newborn methodologies, instrumentation, procedures, and guidelines
  • Conducted research and produced detailed reports and analytical reviews

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - Petrochemistry

Institute of Petrochemical Processes
Baku, Azerbaijan
/2008 - /2012

Master of Science - Petrochemistry

Baku State University
Baku, Azerbaijan
/2006 - /2008

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Baku State University
Baku, Azerbaijan
/2001 - /2005

Skills

  • Laboratory Management & SOP Development
  • Data evaluation and report preparation
  • Problem Resolution & Corrective Actions
  • Team Supervision and Employee Training
  • Project Management & Organizational Skills
  • Chromatography and Spectroscopy Expertise
  • ISO and ASTM Standards Adherence
  • Environmental and Safety Regulations

Certification

  • Microsoft Power BI Certification. IKT Lab, November 2024
  • PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP). Project Management Institute | February 16, 2024
  • Project Management Professional (PMP). Project Management Institute | January 15, 2024
  • Measurement Uncertainty Training for ISO/IEC 17025:2017. TÜV Austria. Baku, Azerbaijan, November 2023
  • Laboratory Information Management Systems (StarLIMS). Na-Sa Informatics, Baku, Azerbaijan, August 2022
  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Lead Auditor. TÜV Austria. Baku, Azerbaijan, July 2022
  • ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Lead Auditor. TÜV Austria. Baku, Azerbaijan, July 2022
  • ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System Lead Auditor. TÜV Austria. Baku, Azerbaijan, July 2022
  • ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Laboratory QMS Internal Auditor. Esenek Consulting and Training Ltd. Ankara, Turkey, 2021
  • ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Laboratory QMS. Esenek Consulting and Training Ltd. Ankara, Turkey, 2021
  • SAP QM End User Training. Code Academy, Baku, Azerbaijan, July 2018
  • Stress Management. HRC LLC Training Center, Baku, Azerbaijan, April 2019
  • Managerial skills Training. HRC LLC Training Center, Baku, Azerbaijan, May 2018
  • Emotional Intelligence Training. HRC LLC Training Center, Baku, Azerbaijan, April 2018
  • Laboratory Quality control Training. INEOS Licensing Services, Lillo, Belgium, April 2018
  • Laboratory Quality control Training. Spheripol, Lyondellbasell, Ferrara, Italy, June, 2017
  • German for A2 level. April-June 2014, München, Germany
  • A Complete and concise review of English grammar. April-August 2014, München, Germany
  • English for the Scientist. May-June 2014, München, Germany
  • Scientific Writing /Getting Research Published Training. November 2013, München, Germany

Computer Skills

  • Microsoft Package (s)
  • Outlook
  • Power BI
  • SharePoint
  • SAP QM
  • LIMS

Languages

Azerbaijan
Native
Turkish
Advanced
English
Intermediate
Russian
Intermediate
German
Elementary
French
Elementary

Timeline

Quality Control Laboratory Manager

SOCAR Polymer
09.2017 - 01.2025

Shift Supervisor

SOCAR Polymer
09.2016 - 09.2017

Guest Scientist

Helmholtz Zentrum München
10.2013 - 10.2014

Leading Researcher

Institute of Petrochemical Processes
05.2008 - 09.2016
  • Microsoft Power BI Certification. IKT Lab, November 2024
  • PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP). Project Management Institute | February 16, 2024
  • Project Management Professional (PMP). Project Management Institute | January 15, 2024
  • Measurement Uncertainty Training for ISO/IEC 17025:2017. TÜV Austria. Baku, Azerbaijan, November 2023
  • Laboratory Information Management Systems (StarLIMS). Na-Sa Informatics, Baku, Azerbaijan, August 2022
  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Lead Auditor. TÜV Austria. Baku, Azerbaijan, July 2022
  • ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Lead Auditor. TÜV Austria. Baku, Azerbaijan, July 2022
  • ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System Lead Auditor. TÜV Austria. Baku, Azerbaijan, July 2022
  • ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Laboratory QMS Internal Auditor. Esenek Consulting and Training Ltd. Ankara, Turkey, 2021
  • ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Laboratory QMS. Esenek Consulting and Training Ltd. Ankara, Turkey, 2021
  • SAP QM End User Training. Code Academy, Baku, Azerbaijan, July 2018
  • Stress Management. HRC LLC Training Center, Baku, Azerbaijan, April 2019
  • Managerial skills Training. HRC LLC Training Center, Baku, Azerbaijan, May 2018
  • Emotional Intelligence Training. HRC LLC Training Center, Baku, Azerbaijan, April 2018
  • Laboratory Quality control Training. INEOS Licensing Services, Lillo, Belgium, April 2018
  • Laboratory Quality control Training. Spheripol, Lyondellbasell, Ferrara, Italy, June, 2017
  • German for A2 level. April-June 2014, München, Germany
  • A Complete and concise review of English grammar. April-August 2014, München, Germany
  • English for the Scientist. May-June 2014, München, Germany
  • Scientific Writing /Getting Research Published Training. November 2013, München, Germany

Doctor of Philosophy - Petrochemistry

Institute of Petrochemical Processes
/2008 - /2012

Master of Science - Petrochemistry

Baku State University
/2006 - /2008

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Baku State University
/2001 - /2005
Sevinj Ismayilova