Melinda Box

Melinda Box is a skilled lab manager and educator with extensive experience in chemistry and safety management. Currently serving as Lab Manager for the Chemistry Department at Elon University since July 2022, Melinda oversees inventory management and supply ordering for laboratories. Previously, Melinda worked at North Carolina State University from May 2013 to June 2022, holding roles as Organic Lab Supervisor and Chemistry Department Safety Officer, where responsibilities included teaching, supervising labs, maintaining instrumentation, and advocating for departmental safety. Melinda's background also includes roles as a chemistry instructor at various institutions, development of innovative curricula, and significant contributions to laboratory education through training and support for teaching assistants and instructors. Melinda holds a Master’s degree in Science Education - Chemistry from North Carolina State University and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Virginia Tech.