Hannah Hawkins

Hannah Hawkins serves as Chemistry Instrument Analyst and Instructor at Northern Michigan University, where she maintains analytical instrumentation and actively involves students in equipment maintenance. Previously, she worked as a formulator at BASF Coatings developing automotive paint for the Ford Bronco and in state-regulated cannabis compliance testing.

Her academic credentials include:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Northern Michigan University (2018)
• Master of Research in Chemical Research from Birkbeck, University of London (2019)

Hawkins' expertise spans analytical chemistry instrumentation, enzyme kinetics, and nanoreactor systems. Her current focus centers on instrument maintenance protocols and student technical training, drawing from industry experience in automotive coatings and cannabis testing. She emphasizes practical laboratory skills development through hands-on instrumentation work.

As an emerging educator, Hawkins prioritizes student involvement in analytical instrument upkeep, creating pathways for undergraduate technical skill development. Her industry background informs rigorous quality control approaches while bridging academic theory with real-world analytical applications across diverse chemical fields.