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 Technical Director, Global Quality Operations, Wyeth Nutritionals USA (2005), based in Singapore. Responsible for the technology and methodology in all Wyeth Nutrition (now Nestle) laboratories.

 Technical Development Consultant (2001-2005) AgriQuality [now AsureQuality], Auckland NZ. Advised local laboratories but mostly contracted to other international organisations to advise their laboratory quality and technology performances.

 Micronutrient Laboratory Manager, AgriQuality NZ Ltd (1998-2001). Routine supervision of the commercial operations of this new State-Owned Enterprise. Transitioned a government facility into a truly commercial facility.

 Scientist then later Senior R&D Chemist, NZ Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries (1975 to 1998). Various locations, mostly Auckland NZ. The very first researcher and operator of HPLC equipment in Australasia. Also helped design and install a new large laboratory at Lynfield as replacement for aging government buildings.

Current Work Duties:

 Design and develop analytical procedures for micronutrient testing, initially vitamin and mineral testing of premixes used in the infant formula industries.

 Implement vitamin A, D and C testing of fortified dairy products, followed by other vitamins incorporated into infant formulations.

 Assist with gaining a new client base in the NZ dairy industry.

 Install new UPLC and LCMS equipment, and assist with laboratory modifications.

 Obtain ISO17025 accreditation for all new methods.

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