Guy Crichton
Birmingham,Northern Ireland
Summary
I am a graduate of the University of Birmingham with a 2:1 Bachelor of Science in human biology. I am skilled in laboratory practice due to previous work in laboratories and have cultivated a desire to continue working in laboratories following completion of my degree. I am hardworking, physically fit and enthusiastic about the work done in Randox and its laboratories and wish to forward my career in biology. I am reliable, trustworthy and honest and am eager to expand my skill set to the specific challenges and tasks in the lab.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Undergraduate Researcher – DNA Repair
University of Birmingham
Birmingham
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Investigated NEIL3's role in oxidative DNA damage repair in OGG1-deficient MEFs, producing statistically significant results (two-way ANOVA with post-hoc correction)
- Designed and performed siRNA transfections, validated by qPCR, to assess NEIL3 knockdown efficiency
- Conducted comet assays and MTT viability testing to optimize oxidative stress exposure for MEFs
- Delivered precise experimental documentation meeting publication-ready standards
Sailing instructor
Andrew Simpson Sailing Centre
Birmingham, West Midlands
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Managed emergency situations of up to 20 people effectively whilst on the water, guaranteed participant safety.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress by thorough observation and assessment.
- Encouraged students to participate in competitive events, boosted their morale and confidence levels.
- Fostered a fun-filled learning atmosphere where students felt comfortable asking questions making mistakes.
Education
BSc - Human Biology
University of Birmingham
09.2022 - 07.2025
Skills
- Organizing
- Planning
- Training
- Safety Management
- Teaching
- Risk Taking
- Unilateral Thinking
- Record Keeping
- Collaborative Teamwork
Laboratory Skills
- Cell Culture
- siRNA Transfection
- Comet Assay
- MTT Viability Assay
- PCR
- Gel Electrophoresis
- DNA Quantification
- Data Analysis
- SOP Adherence
- Experimental Troubleshooting
IT and Software Skills
- GraphPad Prism
- RStudio
- LightCycler qPCR
- Microsoft Office
Interests
Previous president of University Fencing Club and sabreur fencer As president it requires safeguarding for club members, effective teaching sessions for new members and financial budget management for the year
Previous member of the University Air Squadron, with 10 hours of supervised flying experience, demonstrating risk taking and quick thinking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Undergraduate Researcher – DNA Repair
University of Birmingham
01.2025 - 04.2025
Sailing instructor
Andrew Simpson Sailing Centre
03.2024 - 11.2024
BSc - Human Biology
University of Birmingham
09.2022 - 07.2025
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