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 alongside my laboratory background allows me to perform new system installations and customer training at the same time.I also perform IQ/OQ's when this is required by the customer.DNA/RNA Extraction machines trained:EZ1 Advanced/XL, EZ2 Connect, Qiacube, Qiacube Connect, Qiacube HT, Qiasymphony SP/AS.PCR machines trained:Rotorgene, Qiacuity (DPCR), Qiaquant.Next Generation Sequencing systems trained:Verogen Miseq FGx NGS system repair and PM trained (modified Illumina Miseq NGS system).Other Machine trained:Neumodx, Qiastat, Qiaxcel, Pyromark Q24, Pyromark Q48, Dynex DS2.

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• DNA Amplification: NGMse, SGM+, Identifiler, PPY-23, Minifiler, Y-Filer• Interpretation of NGMse profiles for loading to the NDNAD.• Sperm elution trained for recovery of semen from intimate swabs/fabrics• DNA Capillary Electrophoresis: ABI 3100 & 3130xl.• Lab trainer of newer members of staff in the volume crime labs• Sample archiving (long term storage of extracts & PCR products)• 3130 Strip down team (maintenance & troubleshooting)• Laboratory tours for internal staff and customers

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