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Alexander Armstrong

London,City of London

Summary

Innovative researcher with keen interest in scientific inquiry and discovery. Proficient in data analysis and laboratory techniques, coupled with strong communication skills. Ready to contribute to ground breaking research and provide valuable insights to advance scientific knowledge. Eager to contribute to impactful research efforts and drive success in Pharma graduate role.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work history

MRes Student in Cancer

UCL
London, England
09.2024 - 09.2025
  • Developing excellent time management skills during university studies.
  • Gaining valuable team working experience by participating in multiple group projects.
  • Acquiring knowledge of cancer field.
  • Completing assignments, special projects and group work on time and achieved good marks.
  • Attending workshops and training sessions, enhancing practical skills relevant to coursework.

Cancer Research group

Newcastle University
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Set up pluripotent stem cell culture and differentiation to neural stem cells.
  • Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary team members for effective project coordination.
  • Fostered strong relationships with external collaborators to enhance data sharing opportunities.

Pluripotent stem cell group

Newcastle University
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Cultured and cryopreserved pluripotent stem and kidney epithelial cells.
  • Allocated material resources for assigned research projects, monitoring ongoing needs to proactively address challenges.
  • Managed lab equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance during experiments.

Education

Archibald First School
Gosforth, Newcastle

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Caxton College
Valencia, Spain

Dame Allans
Fenham, Newcastle
08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacology

University of Glasgow
Glasgow
06.2024

Skills

  • Calm under pressure
  • Resourcefulness
  • Troubleshooting
  • Knowledge of R studio and Microscoft packages
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication skills
  • Public speaking
  • Team building
  • Strategic planning
  • Leadership

Custom

School Council, 2016

Affiliations

  • - Rugby (school/Novos club) - Basketball (school) - Football - Guitar

Accomplishments

School Council elected member -2016

Social committee lead for Pharmacology course, University of Glasgow 2022-2023

Timeline

MRes Student in Cancer

UCL
09.2024 - 09.2025

Cancer Research group

Newcastle University
05.2023 - 08.2023

Pluripotent stem cell group

Newcastle University
04.2022 - 08.2022

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Caxton College

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacology

University of Glasgow

Archibald First School

Dame Allans
Alexander Armstrong