Victoria Ayotte
Medway
Summary
Results-driven chemist with experience in advanced materials research, protective textile technologies, and fluorine-free coating development for military applications. Skilled in laboratory experimentation, material characterization, project management, and technical communication, with hands-on experience using analytical techniques. Proven ability to lead customer-funded research efforts, collaborate across interdisciplinary teams, and support the development and scale-up of innovative material systems for soldier protection and readiness.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Chemist
DEVCOM Soldier Center
Natick
03.2024 - Current
- Lead research focused on fluorine-free protective textile technologies and advanced material systems for military applications.
- Develop and optimize bioceramic and peptide-functionalized coatings as alternatives to PFAS-containing finishes, including experimental design, performance evaluation, and material characterization using SEM, EDS, and microscopy techniques.
- Manage customer-funded research projects by coordinating technical planning, laboratory experimentation, data analysis, reporting, and collaboration with external partners to support scale-up and technology transition efforts.
- Present technical findings through reports, presentations, and conference posters while supporting team collaboration, mentoring, and emerging research initiatives related to soldier protection and readiness
Student Trainee (Physical Science)
DEVCOM Soldier Center
Natick
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Assisted with microscopy and material characterization using SEM and EDS techniques.
- Supported development and testing of advanced textile coatings and functional materials.
- Participated in experimental analysis, data interpretation, and preparation of technical findings.
Lab Assistant
Framingham State University
Framingham
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted in preparing laboratory materials for experiments and demonstrations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of laboratory equipment and workspaces.
- Supported faculty and students during laboratory exercises and research projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Framingham State University
Framingham, MA 09.2019 - 12.2023
Skills
- Advanced material characterization
- Experimental design
- Project management
- Technical reporting
- Textile coating development
- Data analysis
Timeline
Chemist
DEVCOM Soldier Center
03.2024 - Current
Student Trainee (Physical Science)
DEVCOM Soldier Center
01.2022 - 03.2024
Lab Assistant
Framingham State University
09.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Framingham State University
09.2019 - 12.2023