I have extensive experience in materials characterisation using various tools, such as optical and electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction and fluorescence (XRD / XRF). I have well developed skills in verbal and written communication and can tailor the level of these communications for the level of the audience. I have experience in programming, data analysis, and modelling, and am have written software for data reduction, and analysis using R and Java. I have been involved in the design, production and use of a furnace and in situ sample cells for X-ray diffraction. I able to create relationships with customers and have gained experience in negotiating with clients and vendors, as well as managing their expectations. I have learnt to provide a “solutions-based” approach in providing equipment to customers; the equipment is intended to provide a complete turn-key solution to the customer’s analytical requirements. I am able to communicate equally with directors, managers and scientists, and am able to convey both the scientific and business importance of my analytical equipment. I have produced documentation for customer training and information.Key skills:Doctoral qualifications in Physics/Materials ScienceExperienced scientific researcherSkilled in the application of the scientific processHighly proficient in experimental conception, design, planning and implementationExtremely experienced in x-ray and neutron diffraction Able to design and produce experimental hardwareAdept at model development and data analysisProficient in electron microscopyProgramming ability in Java and RExcels at in situ analysesClient negotiationExpectation managementHigh-level problem solving skillsAble to supervise and guide higher-degree students and junior staffExcellent written and verbal communication skillsUndertaken undergraduate teaching dutiesSuccess in preparing and submitting research proposalsHighly numerate and analyticalSkills in data formatting, manipulation and transformation