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Michelle Sestak

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Applications Scientist II: Spectroscopic Ellipsometry and Raman Spectroscopy at HORIBA Scientific
📍 Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

Michelle Sestak is an Applications Scientist at HORIBA Scientific, specializing in spectroscopic ellipsometry and Raman spectroscopy. With a Ph.D. from The University of Toledo, her expertise is in semiconductor and photovoltaic applications, where she focuses on enhancing measurement strategies and thin-film characterization to help customers make data-driven decisions.

Her early academic and work experiences show a strong interest in astronomy. She conducted undergraduate research to find methanol masers in star clusters and operated the 13-inch Burrell telescope for public observatory events, helping visitors explore astronomy through hands-on observation.

Unique fact: As an undergraduate, she performed research in astronomy to locate methanol masers within a star cluster.

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Experience
22 Years
Current Role
Applications Scientist II: Spectroscopic Ellipsometry and Raman Spectroscopy
Location
Piscataway, New Jersey, United States
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Priorities

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Raman Spectroscopy
Her role is centered on this technology. She frequently hosts webinars and bootcamps to educate customers on Raman spectroscopy applications in various fields like pharmaceuticals and material science.
Spectroscopic Ellipsometry
A core area of her technical expertise, used for thin-film analysis and optical characterization. A colleague noted she has a strong understanding of its theory and practice.
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Career

Work history

10-2012
Applications Scientist II: Spectroscopic Ellipsometry and Raman Spectroscopy
HORIBA Scientific
10-2012
Applications Scientist II: Spectroscopic Ellipsometry and Raman Spectroscopy
HORIBA Scientific North America
8-2005 - 8-2012
Research and Teaching Assistant
University of Toledo
5-2002 - 7-2002
Research Experience for Undergraduates
The College of Wooster
8-2000 - 5-2004
Teaching Assistant, Observatory Operator, Assistant Secretary
Baldwin-Wallace College
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Media appearances

Spectroscopic Ellipsometry for Organic Electronic Applications. Featured in HORIBA Scientific
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Female Power – Women in Science. Featured in HORIBA Scientific
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Education
2005 - 2012
Ph.D.
The University of Toledo
2000 - 2004
B.S.
Baldwin Wallace University
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