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Ann Sandbrook

Food Chemistry Lab Manager

Ann Sandbrook, Laboratory Technician, Food Science and Technology.

Ann Sandbrook
401-F HABB1 (0924)
1230 Washington Street SW
Blacksburg, VA 24061
ann.sandbrook@vt.edu
(540) 231-5165

Education

  • M.S., Agricultural and Life Science, Virginia Tech, 2021
  • B.S., Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise, Virginia Tech, 2009

Professional Appointments

2021 - Present: Food Chemistry Laboratory Manager, Department of Food Science and Technology, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA

2011 – 2021: Wine Analysis Laboratory Specialist, Enology Services Laboratory, Department of Food Science and Technology, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA

2009 - 2011: Quality Assurance Lab Assistant, WhiteWave Foods, Mount Crawford, VA

Organizations and Recognitions

2018 - Present: Member, Pink Boots Society, Blue Ridge Chapter

2019: Reviewer, Methods of Analysis Committee, American Society of Brewing Chemists

2015: Reviewer, Food Science and Dietetics course curriculum, Virginia Department of Education

  • Food Chemistry Lab Manager
  • Maintains up to date standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety training records
  • Supports teaching, extension, and research projects with training and maintenance on laboratory equipment