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I have achieved a 2.1 in BSc (Hons) (Level 8) in Pharmaceutical and Forensic analysis in Limerick Institute of Technology. The course entailed 21 hrs of lab practice a week. My final year project was on the determination of sodium, potassium and calcium in orange juice beverages using the atomic absorption spectrometer. I also did a project on the synthesis and analysis of paracetamol. This required synthesising paracetamol using a reflux method and shake flask method. Analysis of the paracetamol was performed by testing for appearance, solubility, melting point, indophenol test, UV-Vis, IR, liquid chromatography, loss on drying and titration assay. Project included preparing SOPs, certificate of analysis, risk assessment etc. As part of my co-op I worked for 6 months in Weatherbys Ireland Ltd. During the duration of this experience I prepared samples – hair and blood – for DNA extraction, and subsequent DNA isolation assays. I am familiar with the various instruments encountered in the laboratory e.g. HPLC, Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy, Gas Liquid Chromatography, UV-Visible Spectrophotometer, Compound Microscope, Stereomicroscope, Genetic Analyser and PCR and Infrared Spectroscopy. I am confident while performing my own tasks in the lab. I have a wide variety of analytical skills which include problem solving capabilities in the lab. I perform at my own initiative and work well with others.

Listed skills include Gc, Chromatography, Atomic Spectroscopy, Powerpoint, and 23 others.

• Laboratory Scientist

  Weatherbys Ireland

  Apr 2013 - Sep 2013 - Kildare

  • My role varied from day to day. I was afforded the opportunity to gain experience in each area of the laboratory, in order to take full advantage of my placement and maximise my exposure to scientific techniques. • My main role comprised of the preparation of samples – hair, blood, and ear-tag – for DNA extraction, and the subsequent DNA isolation assays. Samples comprised of equine, bovine, canine and ovine. • I also worked in the genomic sample receipt area, inputting samples for genomic testing to the database.• I gained a good understanding of PCR and Genetic Analyser. • I liaised with the Irish Equine Centre making sure sample management was correct. • I worked in an ISO 17025 accredited lab.• I used Microsoft excel daily.