An enthusiastic highly professional, solution orientated individual with a PhD in Immunology and Diagnostics. I have developed business cases to secure >€2.5M of research and development funding from national and international agencies. I have excellent written and oral communication skills as evidenced by 67 top level publications and over 30 conferences presentations both nationally and internationally. I have expertise in developing and delivering teaching and training both face to face and online delivery mode. I have taught and trained over 4000 individuals at undergraduate and postgraduate level and contributed to the development of 10 degree programs. I have a proven track record in project management having won and successfully delivered upon 20 competitive research awards. I have managed and motivated a unit of 30 diverse staff and over 800 students. Through hard work and a commitment to excellence I have continually progressed in my career expanding areas of responsibility resulting in me being to Head of department and chair of a number important committees.