Bahrum Prang Rocky, Ph.D.
Analytical Materials Scientist III, BASF Corporation
Materials Scientist | Analytical & R&D Specialist | Reliability & Failure Analysis Expert | Technical Leader
Charlotte, NC, USA | [email protected] | www.linkedin.com/in/bahrum-prang-rocky
Professional Summary
Results‑driven Analytical Materials Scientist with 14+ years of industry and research experience in advanced materials characterization, polymer/adhesive/coatings R&D, failure analysis, and cross‑functional technical leadership. Expert problem‑solver delivering 5,000+ analyses per year, resolving complex customer/product issues, and accelerating innovation across chemical and materials businesses. Strong track record securing $5M+ funding, leading multi‑disciplinary projects, and developing impactful technical solutions. Published 23 peer‑reviewed papers with 300+ citations, and 200+ technical reports. Recognized with national research and teaching awards.
Core Technical Skills
Materials Expertise: Polymers, coatings, fibers, textiles, composites, nanomaterials, metals/alloys
Analytical Techniques: SEM, TEM, LM, EDS, FTIR, Raman, XRD, XPS, DSC, DMA, TGA, Rheology, UV-vis, GC-MS, LC-MS, AFM
R&D Strengths: DOE, product testing, RCA & failure analysis, formulation, structure–property analysis
Industry Applications: Adhesives, coatings, construction chemicals, packaging, polymers, fibers, nonwovens, textiles
Software: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MATLAB, Python, Java, HTML, OriginPro, Minitab, Adobe & MS Office Suite
Collaboration: R&D, product development, customer interface, regulatory, safety, technical training
Professional Experience
Analytical Scientist III
BASF Corporation | Charlotte, NC | 2023–Present
Deliver 5,000+ annual analytical investigations to resolve critical RCA/FMEA issues, support R&D and customer escalations across adhesives, coatings, construction, packaging, and nonwovens; lead complex cross-functional problem‑solving using advanced microscopy, spectroscopy, and thermal/mechanical analysis; develop SOP/JSA/SDS/TDS, and ensure full compliance with OSHA/EPA/FDA standards.
Company Focus: Adhesives, architectural coatings, asphalt, construction, fiber bonding, paper/printing, packaging.
Research Scientist II
University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL | 2022–2023
Secured $5M+ funding and led five multidisciplinary DOE-driven projects developing composites, alloys, and nanomaterials using chemical, thermomechanical, metallurgical, and nanotechnology methods; employed SEM, TEM, XRD, FTIR, Raman, XPS, DSC, and advanced CAD/CAE/software tools; delivered milestone-based technical reports, trained teams, and partnered with government and industry stakeholders on high-impact technical solutions.
Postdoctoral Research Scientist
University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL | 2020–2022
Directed metals/alloys and textile‑nanomaterials research, delivering 36 milestones, reports, proposals, scientific journals, and conference presentations while collaborating with industry to optimize production processes, materials performance, and specialized equipment development.
Additional Roles
- Research Assistant (2015–2019): Led fiber and textile materials testing; developed new fiber systems.
- Lecturer, Textile Engineering (2013–2015): Taught 19 courses; mentored 1,000+ students.
- QA Engineer in Textile Dyeing Industry (2010–2012): Improved processes, quality systems, and customer satisfaction.
Education
- Ph.D. in Materials Science & Metallurgical Engineering (2019) — University of Alabama,Tuscaloosa, USA
- M.S. in Textile Engineering (2016) — University of Alabama, USA
- B.S. in Textile Technology & Chemical Engineering (2009) — Bangladesh University of Textiles
- Vocational Technology (V.Tech.) in Building Construction & Maintenance (2005) — Bangladesh Technical Education Board
Selected Achievements
- 23 publications (17 first‑author), 350+ citations
- ITAA Paper of Distinction (2021), Outstanding Doctoral Research Award (2019)
- Lean Six Sigma White Belt
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