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    \Large{\textsc{Alexander
        Miles}}\\ \normalsize amiles@email.arizona.edu
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\center{\textbf{Objective}}\\ \vspace{0.1cm}
To pursue education and research opportunities in the field of optical materials, specifically glasses\\and ceramics for high-performance optics, solar energy, and remote sensing applications.\\

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\center{\textbf{Education}}\\ \vspace{0.1cm}
University of Arizona, AZ \hspace{0.5cm} Major GPA 3.954/4.0, Overall 3.884/4.0 \hspace{0.5cm} Graduation - May 2011\\ \vspace{0.2cm}  
\emph{Pursuing a Bachelor of Science, Materials Science Engineering}\\
\emph{Pursuing a Bachelor of Science, Optical Sciences and Engineering}\\

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\center{\textbf{Professional Experience}}\\ \vspace{0.1cm}
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SCHOTT AG - Advanced Optics Division - Mainz, Germany \hfill Summer 2011\\
Praktikant (Intern) to Dr.~Reiter and Dr.~Schreder\\
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\item Designed battery of test melts and experiments to diagnose negative surface reactions. 
\item Performed and reviewed German-English translations for technical accuracy and flow.
\item Wrote and ran simulations of thermal processing of specific glass types.
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Lunar and Planetary Sciences / NASA Space Grant \hfill Academic Year 2009-2010\\
Research Assistant and Programmer for Dr.~Robert Erdmann\\
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\item Deconstructed and rebuilt exiting modeling code to simulate new experiments.
\item Visualized large data sets for further analysis.
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University of Arizona Materials Science Department \hfill Summer 2009\\
Student Research Assistant to Dr.~Barrett G. Potter, Jr.\\
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\item Run batches of time intensive experiments focused on investigating the effect of various parameters on stress-linked optical phenomenon in KDP crystals.
\item Undertook extensive documentation and characterization of experiments and samples.
\item Revised existing sample preparation procedure, reducing scatter due to inconsistent surface finish.
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University of Arizona Materials Science Department \hfill Summer 2008\\
Student Research Assistant to Dr.~Pierre Lucas\\
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\item Designed and ran experiments to determine ideal parameters for induced photo-relaxation of calcogenide glasses.
\item Used results to explore range of photoplastic phenomenon possible within a subset of glasses.
\item Trained on and utilized laser systems, surface characterization, and differential scanning calorimetry.
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Steward Observatory Imaging Technology Lab \hfill September 2007 - December 2009\\
Student Research Assistant\\
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\item Trained on myriad machines for routine and experimental tasks.
\item Ran batteries of tests on optical coatings for surface roughness and suitability for use on CCDs.
\item Planned and undertook research project on bending silicon detectors to a focal plane.
\item Wrote programs (Python) to remotely manage optical and computer systems.
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\center{\textbf{Technical Skills}}\\ \vspace{0.1cm}
\footnotesize LabView, CODE V, SolidWorks, Microsoft Office Suite 2010, Adobe Creative Suite CS4, OpenOffice Suite, MATLAB, PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, Javascript, Python, SciPy, NumPy, \LaTeX, Drupal 5, Debian Linux, GNU Emacs, . Experienced in chemical and digital photography, glassblowing in both German and Venetian style, web design, and workstation repair.\normalsize \\

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\center \textbf{Memberships and Honors}\\ \vspace{0.1cm}
NASA Space Grant Recipient\\
University of Arizona da Vinci Scholar 2010\\

Thomas G. Chapman Scholarship Nominee\\
SPIE Member, University of Arizona Chapter\\
SCHOTT Advanced Optics Scholarship Recipient\\
Material Advantage, University of Arizona Chapter\\
Dean's List with Distinction, University of Arizona\\
President of Keramos, University of Arizona Chapter\\
Presidents Award for Excellence, University of Arizona\\
Programming Lead for SEDS Rocketry (Students for the Exploration and Development of Space)\\

\vspace{0.75cm}References and additional employment history available upon request.
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