Colin Murphy is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in operational excellence and quality management. As the Operational Excellence Manager at Element Materials Technology since December 2019, Colin implemented continuous improvement strategies that resulted in significant productivity increases and cost reductions across multiple laboratories. Previously, Colin served as a QA Supervisor, overseeing quality management systems. Colin's academic background includes a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Tufts University, complemented by a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Munster Technological University. Earlier career experiences include roles as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Chalmers University, a Technology Transfer Intern at Tufts University, and various positions in quality assurance and laboratory management in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries.