Simon Denny Email & Phone Number

I am a field service specialist which provides customer support by performing troubleshooting and on site repairs on the QIAGEN range of DNA/RNA extraction, PCR and other machines.Alongside the repairs I also perform annual PM (preventative maintenance) services to ensure the reliability of our systems.I have applications training on most systems which.

Abingdon, Oxfordshire

• Senior Forensic DNA Analyst specialising in extraction techniques and capillary electrophoresis.
• Crime Scene evidence examiner, both simple items (swabs/tools etc), and DVI/Reference samples (bone/muscle/buccal swabs).
• DNA extraction: EZ1 and Automate Express robot extraction.
• Specialist Extraction techniques: Bone/tooth, Liquid Blood (chelex), Modified Organic, Alkali Lysis, Seminal extractions.
• Validation of new extraction techniques and the writing of the SOP’s
• DNA Quantification: Real-time PCR using ABI 7500: Quantifiler & Quantiplex

Torquay Girls Grammar School

I was the Chemistry technician for TGGS.I was responsible for the upkeep of the chemistry laboratories and to prepare the experiments which the teachers require.Along side these responsibilities I was also responsible for the ordering of supplies (chemicals and stationary) for the department.

London, United Kingdom

I worked in aiding the new intake of students, ensuring that they are accounted for on the school database and that they recieve their books.I have worked with the college for 5 years doing this job between August and September each year.

Tonbridge, United Kingdom

I was there to help customers find the products which they required. Alongside this i was also responsible for replenishing stock on the shelves.Another main roll i undertook was working on the checkouts, ensuring the fast turnover of customers, yet still ensuring that each customer had a nice shopping experience.

Bachelor Of Science (Bsc) (Hons.), Forensic Science, First Class Honours

A Level'S, Maths, Boilogy, Physics