Greater Guildford Area, United Kingdom
Experienced Professor of Analytical and Environmental Chemistry with a demonstrated history of working in higher education. Strong education professional skilled in atomic spectroscopy and nuclear techniques. Extensive research portfolio on ICP-MS, NAA, GFAAS and application to elemental (total and speciation) analysis of waters, soils, plants, human and animal tissues and fluids, foods and nutritional materials. More than 40 years experience on work-based learning including Professional Training at University of Surrey for undergraduate degree programmes. Global research networks with more than 300 publications and book articles. Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry and numerous awards for teaching, administration and global work-based learning.
I am the former Director of Employability for Chemistry with a focus on updating the Cv/Application process of soon to be graduates in Chemistry. I still present a series of workshops covering PG study for MSc and PhD for those wishing to pursue a career at postgraduate level in chemistry and associated topic areas. Review of UG portfolio and personal profile with a view to seeking a post-graduation job in chemistry or associated science areas. Important key areas are CVs, assessment centres, examples of challenges at such events, interaction with alumni and recent graduates who have gone into teaching and postgraduate study.