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Worked to ISO 17025 standard since 2019

No faults or findings relating to quality of my work across all UKAS audits throughout my career

Prepared and analysed samples in chemical, biological, and food labs

Experienced with NMR, FTIR, MS, and NGS

Proficient in a range of data analysis tools

Synthesis of multiple novel compounds

Developed new methods combining SIRA and FTIR for varifying the origin of natural products

Oversaw a team of four responsible for sample analysis and reporting.
Created, validated, and updated analytical methods.
Represented the company on an international panel of scientists involved in writing and reviewing guidance on forensic analysis.
Managed health and safety for the site, conducted COSHH risk assessments, and implemented monthly refresher training for laboratory staff.
Key achievements: developed, validated, and wrote the relevant documentation for a new authenticity test method (including creating a database of >200 samples) in one week.

Independently performed operation and maintenance (routine and corrective) on sample preparation systems and analysers.
Processed, analysed, and reported sample data within tight turnaround times.
Monitored quality control data, including proficiency testing and accreditation requirements.
Key achievements: reduced rate of sample batch failure by 4% while increasing sample throughput on instruments within 3 months.

Responsible for performing sample intake and recording information on the laboratory information management system.
Performed sample processing and preparation for analysis.
Undertook regular and consumables checks, purchasing new materials as appropriate.
Key achievements: personally responsible for checking in up to 80 new samples daily before processing and distributing them to relevant departments and subcontractors.

Intergrated Master’s Degree specialising in synthetic organic chemistry
Tutored fellow students
Key achievements: First Class Honours Degree (82 % average)

Steering Group Member

Consultant