Harriet Waithera
Watford,United Kingdom
Summary
I am a versatile MSc graduate in Pharmaceutical Science, excelling at the intersection of precision, problem-solving, and teamwork. From conducting complex analytical testing using HPLC, GC, and TLC in a regulated pharmaceutical environment, to delivering compassionate, detail-oriented care as a healthcare assistant, I have built a unique skill set that combines scientific expertise with a human touch. My experience spans laboratory equipment calibration, strict adherence to cGMP and safety protocols, and supporting teams to deliver high-quality outcomes under pressure. Having worked across both research-driven laboratories and patient-focused healthcare settings, I bring resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. I am excited to bring my proven technical skills, organisational discipline, and collaborative mindset to Oxford University’s world-class research environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Homecare Assistant
Doves Care Agency
Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom
2023.05 - 2025.08
- Provided personalized care to 20+ clients weekly, maintaining 100% adherence to care schedules and developing time management skills, essential for structured and precise laboratory work.
- Improved client quality of life through consistent care and thorough attention to detail, adhering to precision standards essential in experimental work and documentation.
Intern Public Relations
Pharmacovigilance Competence Center (PVCC Consulting)
Nairobi
2023.02 - 2023.05
- Coordinated communication materials and monitored media, enhancing organizational and multitasking skills, directly applicable to managing multiple research experiments and reporting tasks at MRC.
- Organized successfully organized events and contributed to PR strategy development and received positive feedback, strengthening presentation and communication skills beneficial for sharing research progress with MRC teams.
Support Worker
Rehability UK
Watford
2021.02 - 2021.07
- Delivered care and support to 15 clients facing mental health challenges, ensuring strict adherence to routine procedures, which maintained 100% compliance in record-keeping and highlighted my attention to detail.
- Facilitated engaging therapeutic programs that resulted in a 20% improvement in clients' quality of life, demonstrating my capability to achieve meaningful outcomes with minimal supervision.
Analytical Technician
Dermal Laboratories Ltd
Hitchin
2016.09 - 2017.09
- Conducted routine and stability testing of pharmaceutical products using HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, and TLC, which ensured compliance with GMP and internal SOPs for quality assurance.
- Assisted in developing and validating methods for product characterization, helping to enhance the accuracy and reliability of our testing processes.
- Maintained and calibrated laboratory instruments, which involved documenting maintenance logs and troubleshooting reports, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of equipment.
- Prepared samples for testing and supported raw material qualification processes, contributing to the overall efficiency of our quality control efforts.
- Presented analytical findings during team meetings, fostering collaboration with formulation and QA teams to drive improvements in product quality.
- Developed and validated a UV-Vis and HPLC method for determining the stability of an over-the-counter pharmaceutical formulation, which strengthened our product development initiatives and ensured consumer safety.
Care Assistant
Quantum Care
Bushey
2013.03 - 2018.09
Education
Msc. - Pharmaceutical Science
University of Kingston
2019.01 - 2021.05
Bsc. - Pharmaceutical Science
University of Hertfordshire
2013.10 - 2018.05
Foundation Degree - Science
University of Hertfordshire
2012.10 - 2013.08
GCSE O-levels -
Lukenya High School
2009.01 - 2011.11
Skills
- Chromatography techniques: HPLC, UPLC, GC, TLC
- GMP and compliance standards
- Data integrity management
- Research methodologies and practices
- Laboratory software proficiency: LIMS, MS Office
- Attention to detail
- Time management skills
- Organizational abilities
- Effective communication skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Training
- Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) – Internal training
- COSHH Awareness – Internal Training
- Data Integrity in GxP Environments – academic
Skills
Swahili Native
Accomplishments
- Developed a strong troubleshooting ability while calibrating and maintaining analytical instruments, which helped ensure that equipment operated smoothly and efficiently.
- Established a proven track record of generating accurate data and maintaining thorough documentation, even under pressure, which contributed to reliable results and streamlined processes.
- Demonstrated high adaptability and eagerness to contribute to method transfer and cross-functional R&D initiatives, helping to foster collaboration and innovation across teams.
- Gained a strong knowledge of the analytical development life cycle and pharmaceutical quality standards, which provided a solid foundation for ensuring compliance and maintaining high-quality outputs.
Timeline
Homecare Assistant
Doves Care Agency
2023.05 - 2025.08
Intern Public Relations
Pharmacovigilance Competence Center (PVCC Consulting)
2023.02 - 2023.05
Support Worker
Rehability UK
2021.02 - 2021.07
Msc. - Pharmaceutical Science
University of Kingston
2019.01 - 2021.05
Analytical Technician
Dermal Laboratories Ltd
2016.09 - 2017.09
Bsc. - Pharmaceutical Science
University of Hertfordshire
2013.10 - 2018.05
Care Assistant
Quantum Care
2013.03 - 2018.09
Foundation Degree - Science
University of Hertfordshire
2012.10 - 2013.08
GCSE O-levels -
Lukenya High School
2009.01 - 2011.11