Thomas Robertson Email & Phone Number

Southampton, Gb

Southampton, Gb

Southampton, England, United Kingdom

Research Fellow on the 'paraQchip' project developing Parahydrogen-Induced Hyperpolarisation (PHIP) On A Chip For Microfluidic Perfusion Culture funded by the EPSRC.Key responsibilities for parahydrogen based hyperpolarisation, hardware development, micro-fabrication and pulse sequence development.

Southampton, England, United Kingdom

Leverhulme trust research fellow in magnetic resonance focusing on the theory and methodology for nuclear spins diffusing in porous media. The project’s aim is to set up new diffusion-NMR based techniques to access structural information such as tortuosity in battery electrodes and 3D-printed scaffoldings for tissue engineering.Additional responsibilities for coordination of NMR liquid nitrogen filling for MagRes@Soton's magnets (Jan 2022 - December 2022)

• Fully trained contact tier 3 contact tracer • Supporting NHS and Public Health England in preventing the spread of Covid-19• Advising confirmed contacts of government guidelines • Level 1 NHS e-learning certified for data security awareness• Level 2 NHS e-learning certified for safeguarding children and safeguarding adults• Fully DBS checked

'Development of Signal Amplification By Reversible Exchange (SABRE) towards Biological and Forensic Applications'Graduation Due Summer 2020

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

• Training of research assistants to facilitate efficient high throughput sample analysis• Proactive utilisation of complex solution state NMR experiments when further structural characterisation was required• Maintaining Oxford Instruments Pulsar magnets to ensure publication quality data • Oversee a team operating a suite of NMR instruments for qualitative and quantitative analysis• Support Greater Manchester Police with identification of controlled drugs• Aid the principal investigator in preparation of stakeholder reports and preparing manuscript for publication

Manchester, United Kingdom

• Teaching and demonstrating advanced laboratory skills to first, second and third year undergraduate students • Supporting masters students within the research lab as a senior group member• Delivering a range of modules within the Inorganic and Physical chemistry specialisms• Taking an active role in assessment - marking and providing feedback on both presentations and coursework• Actively ensuring students engage with experiment whilst facilitating their learning

Manchester, United Kingdom

Editor of the MetScientist magazine for Manchester Metropolitan University, a publication, founded in 2003. The MetScientist is designed to communicate the current research being undertaken in the faculty of science and engineering with minimal jargon and serve as a science communication platform for early career researchers.Editions of the publication have been used for external advertising of the university to potential applicants.

Rutland Open Air Theatre

A range of technical support roles within the lighting and sound departments including design and operation of a wide range of productions for audiences averaging 10,000 over the annual summer season.

Lincoln Castle

Working as a reenactor within Lincoln castle educating members of the public about the weapons, fighting styles and armour used by Norman knights. Taking part in combat demonstrations and presenting displays to audiences ranging up to ~120.

Manchester

Science communicator with roles including aiding in the organisation of workshops, speaking to large groups on behalf of the University department to potential applicants and leading independent guided tours of MMU's laboratory and learning environments.

Student IT services staff for Manchester Metropolitan University, responsible for coordinating IT services across the All Saints campus during Monday and Tuesday evenings. Including managing a front line customer facing team to diagnose issues, evaluate the response required and proactively resolve issues.

Werrington, Peterborough

Exams invigilation making use of self motivation, attention to detail and independent working in a highly professional quality driven environment. Proven ability to problem solve, maintain a professional manner in demanding situations and make use of initiative to anticipate and manage problems without disruption.

Manchester

Production Manager responsible for the venue space involving problem solving, time management and adaptability while working within a diverse team to deliver the highest possible quality performance.

Mchem (Hons) Chemistry, 2:1 Honours Degree

Doctor Of Philosophy (Phd), Chemistry

Activities and Societies: ‘Development of Signal Amplification By Reversible Exchange (SABRE) towards biological and forensic.