Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
First year PhD student using mass spectrometry imaging to visualise drug distribution in tissue, with 2+ years prior industrial experience in analytical development and bioanalysis. Experience across different analytical techniques, specifically including top-down MS, native MS, LC-MS, LC-UV and capillary electrophoresis, gained from experience in both academic and industrial settings. Possesses a strong educational background, with a First Class integrated master’s degree from University of Leeds. Currently seeking opportunities for professional development in academic research and the pharmaceutical industry.
Project: ‘Structural characterisation of cocaine-binding aptamers by global hydrogen deuterium exchange mass spectrometry’ Performed independent native MS method development and troubleshooting of dsDNA and aptamer structures using a Synapt G1 (QToF)
Industrial placement with a focus on developing RP-LC-UV and capillary electrophoresis methods for monitoring mRNA purity and integrity following downstream purification.