CV

Personal profile

Initially qualified as a science teacher before becoming aware of a natural passion and ability for bio-analytical lab work during masters. Recently assisted Dr Richard Bingham at the University of Huddersfield in his research into Human H factor protein. This gained me Substantial experience at working to specific guidelines with scientific and technical information to produce valid and consistent results as well as becoming used to working proactively to solve problems individually as well as part of a team. A confident, positive and self-motivated person who enjoys working and interacting with people from all walks of life. Has a well developed communication and active listening skills gained through delivery of teaching and different management roles. At the present time I write regular articles for living magazine focusing on current scientific developments and general interest areas.

Skills overview

v Able to effectively prioritize and multi-task whilst managing a number of given projects.

v Works well under pressure and committed to producing high standards of work.

v Able to set and work to targets and deadlines.

v IT literate with an extensive knowledge of Microsoft word, Excel, Access, Publisher, PowerPoint, and email. As well as statistical programmes such as Minitab and SPSS

Techniques with practical experience of HPLC GC-MS MS NMR CZE SEM ICP-OES FLOURESCENT MARKERS GC MALDI-TOF EMGCAPILLARY/ GEL ELECTROPHORESIS FPLC ASEPTIC TECHNIQUE

Education and training

v 2010 Learndirect.co.uk

Short courses in ‘Project management’, ‘producing project reports’ and ‘how to be an effective team member’

v 2008-2009 Huddersfield university Msc Analytical Bioscience- covering molecular medicine, advanced separation techniques, analytical toxicology, NMR, MS, biochemical methods, advanced methods in organics, fundamentals and data treatment and analysis. My final project was Structural studies in human H factor.

v 2006-2007 DFEES Vision2learn NCFE Levels 1 & 2 in IT covering all Microsoft programmes and programming.

v 2004-2005 Bradford University PGCE Post Graduate Certificate in Education, qualified to teach science to 11-19 year olds.

v 2001-2004 Huddersfield University Bsc (HONS) Human Biology covering anatomy and physiology, statistics, biochemistry, chemistry, evolution, genomics, cancer and illness, molecular medicine, human ecology, computing for applied sciences, epidemiology, cell biology, genetics and evolution, viruses and antibiotics, food and nutrition, biology of disease, piblic health, case studies in biological sciences, biological macromolecules and ethics. My final project was using EMG to measure muscle changes to aerobic training

Professional courses and training

v 2008 Basic food hygiene (Burger King)

v 2007 Basic management training (Burger King)

v 2005 learning styles, lesson planning, running safe lab investigations, (through Rhodesway High School)

Employment history

Oct 2008- present Huddersfield University Research assistant This role was split into a number of different area through- out the university. Originally, to work individually and as part of a small team for Dr Richard Bingham to attempt to isolate and purify specific sushi domains on human H factor. Specific techniques are SDS PAGE, FPLC, Aseptic technique and a variety of protein expression and purification techniques. I achieved an optimized SOP which is now being used by a PhD student. I then went on to worked as a Lab demonstrator and tutor and personal tutor for a number of undergraduates. My job was to assist a number of Autistic and special need pupils in their own final year project planning and carrying out their research.

2007-Present Waterstones, Huddersfield Book seller I worked in a variety of roles in this position. I was Involved in all aspects of customer care, cash handling, book ordering from external suppliers, stock control, receiving and returning sock. I Developed and maintained a new storage system which gained regional praise.

1999- 2005/ 2006-2008 Burger king, Huddersfield Senior shift manager and training officer Responsible for the day to day running of the business in a smooth and efficient manner ensuring a good quality of customer service. I was influential in implementing a companywide training programme

· Working to meet targets and deadlines in a pressured environment.

· All financial aspects relating to the day to day business.

· Liaising with external personnel of other companies in the maintenance of the building and equipment.

2005-2006 Rhodesway high school, Bradford Teacher of science Taught students from year 7 through to 6^th form, in addition to teaching duties also involved in ;

· Part of a working party to write a scheme of work for the implementation of the new G.C.S.E. structure.

· Organised and lead a successful inter-school quiz.

· Created an excel spreadsheet to monitor and record the grades of over 1500 pupils.

Interests

I enjoy travelling and exploring other countries and cultures. In recent years I have visited Australia, the USA, the Far East and Europe. These cultural experiences have given me enrichment to my professional life and a social integration with people from different walks of life. I like to keep active and I am currently participating at the gym, Spanish classes, tai kwon do classes and Latin American dancing in my spare time.