Sarah Murray

3rd year BSc (Hons) Biochemistry Student at University College Cork / Amgen Scholar 2026 / David Latten Social Impact Awardee 2026

Cork, County Cork, Ireland

About

A highly motivated Biochemistry student with a strong focus on organisation, problem-solving, and innovation. As an active member of the Women in STEM (WiSTEM) society, I actively seek opportunities to collaborate and advocate for diversity in science, while driving personal and professional growth. During a summer lab internship, I gained hands-on experience in molecular biology and protein chemistry, mastering techniques like PCR and gel electrophoresis. I developed strong critical thinking and learned the importance of teamwork and communication in driving scientific research forward.

Experience

  • WiSTEM Society UCC (Part-time · 2 yrs 10 mos)
    • Finance Officer
      May 2025 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

    • Safety and Accessibility Officer
      Sep 2024 - May 2025 · 9 mos

    • First Year Representative
      Sep 2023 - Sep 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Salesperson at The Shoe Suite
    Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

  • Student Intern at School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, UCC
    May 2025 - Aug 2025 · 4 mos

    Over the summer of 2025, I conducted research and wrote a literature review on Ewing sarcoma and RNA biology, examining how various RNAs contribute to the disease and potential therapeutic approaches.

  • Junior Chef at Cafe Depeche
    Jul 2024 - Apr 2025 · 10 mos

  • Exam attendant at St. Angela's College Cork
    Jun 2022 - Jul 2022 · 2 mos