Hester Sheehan Email & Phone Number

London, England, United Kingdom

Forresters is a leading firm of UK and European patent and trade mark attorneys with an international client base. We provide clear, sensible and practical advice to clients looking to protect their intellectual property, including patents, trade marks, designs and copyright. Our broad range of technical expertise means that whatever your area of technology, we will be able to give you sensible and practical advice in a language you'll understand.

Oxford, England, United Kingdom

Work at the world’s first fully automated drug discovery platform introduced me to novel cutting-edge automated approaches for streamlining drug discovery.- Characterisation of potential drug candidates through biochemical and target-based assays. - COVID-19 profiling assays for potential therapeutics which target Sars-Cov-2's two main proteases, namely 3C-like protease and papain-like protease. -Involved in a patent filing application process for Arctoris. This has involved writing up detailed descriptions of the invention, discussing the core concepts with the inventor and meeting with an established patent attorney.-Learning the importance of intellectual property for SMEs and startups as well as the benefits that having a solid IP strategy in place provide.

Birmingham, United Kingdom

• Meeting and welcoming potential applicants and their families• Presenting a well-balanced picture of the opportunities Birmingham University offers • Using and developing my interpersonal skills to communicate with future students

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

- Gained familiarity with the field of Intellectual Property by working alongside the Business Development Manager for Intellectual Property and Commercialisation - Introduced to the importance of patents, the patent process and the role of a patent attorney

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

My role as a pharmacy dispenser has given me the rewarding opportunity to work as a key worker during the COVID-19 pandemic and has allowed me to put my knowledge and skill set to good use. Tasks have included:• Dispensing medications from prescriptions• Checking prescriptions to ensure they are suitable for patients• Interacting with and advising patients about their medicines • Answering patients' questionsThis work has greatly developed my communication skills as clear and concise instructions regarding medications are required at all times to ensure patient safety. In addition, this role has greatly enhanced my attention to detail as one small mistake can have huge impacts in this field of work. Constant checking and intense concentration have been required at all times.

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

- Gained experience in patient liaison - Drafted job advertisements and descriptions and composed letters- Assisted a Chief Pharmacist by editing policies and guidelines, often to tight deadlines

Team Mate volunteer for Over The Wall, a UK charity that organises residential camps for young people with serious health conditions and their families. My duties included supervising the children, responding to their needs and helping them participate in a wide range of activities aimed at rebuilding their confidence and giving them an unforgettable experience. This role comes with a large amount of responsibility but is nonetheless extremely rewarding.

Stevenage, United Kingdom

Working at GSK's largest Research and Discovery site within the Screening, Profiling and Mechanistic Biology department which sits in Early Drug Discovery. Work in this department involves high throughout compound screening, assay development and optimisation.My placement year at GSK developed my scientific and technical abilities such as time management, organisation and meticulous attention to detail. Working in a large department greatly enhanced my interpersonal skills whilst also teaching me the importance of working independently.

Solihull, West Midlands, United Kingdom

• Mentoring sixth form students in A-level Biology and Chemistry under the Outreach Mentor Scheme• Mentor training has enabled me to identify different learning styles and inspired me to experiment with more stimulating teaching methods as well as improve my communication skills

Leeds, United Kingdom

Waitress at the Deer Park, a popular gastro-pub in Leeds• Self-discipline required to maintain best practice under hectic and stressful conditions• Great satisfaction derived from satisfying customers’ needs and solving problems

Oakwood, Leeds

This volunteering role included sorting and pricing donated items, as well as designing window displays and working behind the till. This enabled me to interact with members of the public and develop my interpersonal skills.

Master In Science (M.Sci.), Biochemistry With Professional Placement, First-Class Honours (75%)

Activities and Societies: - Member of BioSoc, a society that organises social events and excursions for Biosciences students - Member.

Education record

Activities and Societies: Duke of Edinburgh (Gold), Leap Enterprise Advisory ProgrammeA levels in Chemistry, Biology, Spanish, all.

Education record

IGCSEs (4A*, 4A, 1B)