Adam Aithsine
Dunstable
Summary
A detail-oriented professional with expertise in critical thinking, effective communication, and meticulous documentation. Demonstrates creative problem-solving and project management skills, complemented by collaborative teamwork and software expertise. Committed to leveraging these competencies to drive successful outcomes in future projects.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
R&D Industrial Placement Student
AkzoNobel
Newcastle upon Tyne
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Actively participated in 2 team projects and personally lead 1 project in coatings hybridisation.
- Conducted research and development on coating materials, enhancing understanding of legacy and new product chemistry.
- Collaborated within multidisciplinary teams to design experiments and analyse results for actionable insights.
- Generated technical reports and documentation, ensuring accuracy for patent applications and internal regulations.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions, generated innovative ideas for product designs.
- Utilised advanced laboratory equipment for precision measurements and assessments.
Student Ambassador
Loughborough University
Loughborough, Leicestershire
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Communicated complex information clearly during STEM lab tours.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Led public speaking engagements for groups of 25-30, ensuring clarity and engagement.
Education
MChem - Chemistry Hons, with placement year
Loughborough University
Loughborough, Leicestershire 09.2021 -
A Levels -
Vandyke Upper
Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire 09.2019 - 07.2021
GCSEs -
Priory Academy
Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire 09.2012 - 07.2019
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Meticulous documentation
- Creative problem-solving
- Project management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Software expertise
- Peer review understanding
- Chemical synthesis techniques
- Organic chemistry knowledge
- Quantitative reasoning
- Knowledge of polymer science
- Scientific literacy
Charity Fundraiser Organiser, Dunstable (Feb–Apr 2019)
Charity Fundraiser Organiser, Dunstable, 2019-02, 2019-04, Led a team in organising and executing fundraising events for a mobility ramp for a disabled community member., Utilised professional time management and organisational skills to meet strict project deadlines., Employed networking and communication skills to engage with community members and stakeholders.
Affiliations
- Science communication and outreach, including presenting complex chemistry topics to non-specialist audiences.
- Following developments in intellectual property and the commercialisation of scientific innovation.
- Chess and logic puzzles, developing structured problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Debating and public speaking, honing clear expression and persuasive argumentation.
Accomplishments
A Prize to the value of £500 for the MChem student with the highest average part mark in Part C in the first class category.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
R&D Industrial Placement Student
AkzoNobel
06.2023 - 07.2024
Student Ambassador
Loughborough University
01.2022 - 01.2023
MChem - Chemistry Hons, with placement year
Loughborough University
09.2021 -
A Levels -
Vandyke Upper
09.2019 - 07.2021
GCSEs -
Priory Academy
09.2012 - 07.2019