Carolina Courtney-Worthy
Astronomer
Leiston,Suffolk
Summary
Multi-talented and enthusiastic Astronomer (PhD) with three years of post-doctoral research experience in Observational Astronomy and degrees in Physics and Medical Physics (MSc). Organised and successful at managing multiple priorities and resolving problems, and a dedicated team player. Easily adapts to new situations and challenges and always keen to learn new skills and progress within my field. Passionate about science, technology and innovation that makes a difference.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head of Research and Development
C-Worthy Energy Solutions Ltd
Leiston, Suffolk
09.2021 - Current
- Overseeing and driving research and development of a green energy production device.
- Collaborating with academic consultants to design and optimise the device.
- Accounting and acquisition of appropriate funding.
Production Editor, Academic Journals
Taylor & Francis Group
Abingdon, Oxfordshire
03.2016 - 09.2019
- Managed production of a portfolio of up to 20 highly complex journals with bespoke production processes or sensitive or complex client relationships.
- Used excellent communication skills, creativity and problem-solving skills to build and maintain good relations with authors, academic editors and society members, supervise off-shore Production Editors and substantially improve publication time and quality for several journals.
- Proofread, edited, and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving production issues, improving operations and providing exceptional client support.
Postdoctoral Research Associate
University of Cambridge
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
06.2013 - 10.2016
- Contributed to and actively participated in research conception, design and execution to address defined problems.
- Maintained accurate records of research findings and provided statistical analysis of data results.
Postdoctoral Research Associate
University College London
London, London
10.2013 - 03.2016
- Obtained, processed and analysed astronomical images and spectra in the optical and near-infrared.
- Successfully wrote research proposals for highly competitive observations at some of the world's top observatories, showing insight into which techniques and instrumentation would be suitable for the research topic.
- Used various software for data analysis and wrote scripts in IDL and Python.
- Successfully led several different projects by being well-structured and committed.
- Managed international teams comprising members with diverse expertise.
- Presented research as scientific articles and as oral and poster presentations at conferences and seminars.
- Maintained accurate records of research findings and provided statistical analysis of data results.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Max-Planck-Institute for Astronomy
Heidelberg, Germany
12.2011 - 07.2012
- Designed and managed two new research projects, helped with conference organisation, and presented research at two conferences
- Reviewed and analysed historical and emerging literature to develop and practice new technologies.
- Contributed to research papers.
Education
Master of Science - Medical Physics
University of Surrey
Guildford, Surrey 09.2019 - 08.2020
Ph.D. - Astronomy
Max-Planck-Institute For Astronomy/Heidelberg University
Heidelberg, Germany 08.2008 - 11.2011
Master of Science - Physics
Uppsala University
Uppsala, Sweden 09.2001 - 06.2006
Skills
Analytical and critical thinking
Timeline
Head of Research and Development
C-Worthy Energy Solutions Ltd
09.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Medical Physics
University of Surrey
09.2019 - 08.2020
Production Editor, Academic Journals
Taylor & Francis Group
03.2016 - 09.2019
Postdoctoral Research Associate
University College London
10.2013 - 03.2016
Postdoctoral Research Associate
University of Cambridge
06.2013 - 10.2016
Postdoctoral Researcher
Max-Planck-Institute for Astronomy
12.2011 - 07.2012
Ph.D. - Astronomy
Max-Planck-Institute For Astronomy/Heidelberg University
08.2008 - 11.2011
Master of Science - Physics
Uppsala University
09.2001 - 06.2006
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