I am a vaccine quality control scientist with 19 years laboratory experience gained in both R&D and more recently in QC, for one of the top pharmaceutical companies. I lead a team of scientists working in a veterinary GMP environment. A qualified study director, highly experienced in study protocol design, writing and implementation. Accomplished in resource management, report writing, data analysis and presentation. I have expertise in immuno-assay development, optimisation and validation with a specialism in Salmonella enterica. Excellent understanding of vaccine registration regulatory requirements developed by working on feasibility projects through into final stage development. I look forward to broadening my knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry throughout my career.I am a very organised and hard working person. My excellent interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills allow me to manage projects and people in accordance with agreed timelines. I work well under pressure by effective planning of tasks, and aim to achieve the highest standards in all I do.