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Oxford, Gb

Oxford, England, United Kingdom

Undertook my PhD in synthetic organic chemistry in the group of Prof. Stephen Fletcher as part of the Synthesis for Biology and Medicine Centre for Doctoral Training (SBM CDT). Studied rhodium catalysed regio- and enantioselective Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling methodologies. PhD was jointly supervised by a medicinal chemist from GSK, and involved further collaboration with chemists at the CRO/CDMO Solvias.As part of the SBM CDT, I also undertook a 4 month project with Prof. Ed Anderson (University of Oxford) exploring the synthesis and functionalisation of nucleosides. The doctoral training at the CDT included a series of intensive training modules in the first year. Topics included Total Synthesis, Catalysis, Process Chemistry, Drug Discovery and Agrochemicals.

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

Working as a Medicinal Chemist on compound design, synthesis and data analysis on a variety of client projects, including CNS penetrant projects. Responsibilities/ Skills Developed:Designed and synthesised novel potential drug candidate molecules as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Expanded my knowledge of working practical chemistry techniques, medicinal chemistry and synthetic organic reactions. Gained experience in reviewing biological and ADME data to propose new targets.Took on leadership roles in multiple extra-curricular groups, including the Synthetic Problem Sessions Team, the Synthetic Literature Team, the Sustainable Chemistry Team and the Cross-Site Shipping Team.Helped set up and participated in a Placement Student Mentorship ProgrammeDeveloped my presentation, communication, problem solving, teamworking and time management skills.Improved my IT skills, operating chemical software such as Chemdraw, MestReNova, topspin and electronic lab notebook in addition to developing my MS Powerpoint and Word proficiency.Developed scientific reporting skills through patent writing.

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

Undertook a year placement within IMED Oncology Medicinal Chemistry during the 3rd year of my chemistry degree, as a synthetic organic chemist.Responsibilities/ Skills Developed:Worked as a member of two different project teams synthesising novel potential drug candidate molecules.Improved and expanded my working laboratory techniques, knowledge of medicinal chemistry and synthetic organic reactions. Gained experience with purification techniques (reverse/normal phase chromatgraphy, preparative HPLC) and analytical techniques (including 2D NMR spectroscopy, LC-MS, TLC). Developed my presentation, communication, problem solving, teamworking and time management skills.Improved my IT skills, operating software such as MestReNova, D360 and electronic lab notebook in addition to developing my Microsoft office proficiency.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Organic Chemistry

Mchem, Chemistry, First Class Honours