Carlos Pacheco

Carlos Pacheco is a Senior University Lecturer in Chemistry and Environmental Science at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). He has a Ph.D. in Chemistry and over 25 years of experience in academia and industry, specializing in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy.12

Key aspects of Dr. Pacheco's background and expertise include:

1. Education:

   • Ph.D. in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance from the University of Rhode Island (1996)
   • M.S. in Thermodynamics from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (1986)
   • B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (1983)1

2. Professional Experience:

   • Senior University Lecturer at NJIT (August 2019 - Present)
   • NMR Lab Manager at the University of Connecticut (May 2012 - June 2013)
   • Petroleum Chemist/Lab Manager at PETROBRAS R&D Center (December 1986 - January 2000)2

3. Areas of Expertise:

   • Solution and solid-state NMR spectroscopy
   • Operation and maintenance of Bruker and Agilent (Varian) NMR instrumentation
   • Small molecule structure elucidation and biological NMR
   • Other spectroscopic techniques: FTIR, UV/Vis/NIR, Raman, EPR
   • Thermal analysis techniques: TGA, DSC, GC-IR, and LC-MS1

At NJIT, Dr. Pacheco is responsible for NMR spectroscopy, including instrument operation, maintenance, and training. He also teaches courses in chemistry and conducts research in NMR methodologies.2 His research interests focus on the broad applications of NMR in various fields, including physical, life, and medical sciences, as well as emerging areas like mining and food science.1

Dr. Pacheco's extensive experience in both academic and industrial settings, combined with his expertise in NMR spectroscopy, makes him a valuable asset to NJIT's chemistry department and research community.