David M. Struve

Founder and Chief Chemist

Management and operation of analytical laboratories including budgeting, human resources, lab design and information systems (LIMS). Extensive experience in the analytical laboratory including, AA, ICP, GFAA, HPLC, IC, wet chemical techniques, physical parameters and sample preparation.

Curriculum Vitae:

Division Director • Analytical Services • Oct 1991 – Apr 2018 • 27 Years

Manage division which is responsible for operation of the District’s environmental laboratory as well as contracting of external laboratory services, data validation, LIMS and District’s corporate database.

Quality Assurance Officer • Jun 1991 – Oct 1991 • 5 Months

Quality assurance for South Florida Water Management District laboratory.

Quality Assurance Chemist • Jun 1990 – Jun 1991 • 1 Year

Quality assurance chemist for manufacturing of sunscreens and cosmetics.

Senior Technologist • Sept 1985 – Jun 1989 • 4 Years

Testing of finished products, packaging and raw materials for the international division Pepsico.

Product Development and Research Chemist • Oct 1983 – Sept 1985 • 2 Years

Research and development of automotive aftermarket products.

Research Technician • Aug 1980 – Oct 1981 • 1 Year

Research on the pituitary gland and its response to various hormones.