Havanna Sui Shuen Ho
Durham,Durham
Summary
Currently a Durham University Bioscience student with a deep passion for scientific research and a commitment to excellence. My skillset encompasses a solid foundation in laboratory techniques, equipment operation, software/ bioinformatics, and data collection. I also excel in teamwork and have the ability to proactively seek feedback, utilize it for personal and professional growth, and take action to drive continuous improvement. I have a strong track record of academic excellence and received multiple academic awards such as receiving the Bronze award in the Mathematics Olympiad, along with securing a partial scholarship to study at Durham University ISC.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Receptionist/ Work Shadowing Medics
St. Bartholomews Hospital
London, London
09.2019 - 09.2019
- Managed front desk operations, including answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and greeting patients
- Assisted patients with inquiries, providing relevant information and directing them to the appropriate departments
- Maintained a clean and organized reception area
- Shadowed doctors, gaining hands-on experience in a medical setting
- Assisted in handling deceased individuals in the morgue
Volunteer At Hospice
North London Hospice
London, London
09.2019 - 09.2019
- Provided companionship to patients by spending time and offering emotional support to them. This includes everyday conversations, reading as well as playing games, to provide comfort and alleviate feelings of loneliness.
- Assisted nurses with tasks such as meal preparation/ delivery, light housekeeping, and running errands. Also helped patients suffering from mobility issues, such as walking or transferring from a bed to a chair; or accompanying patients capable of walking on strolls.
- Helped raise awareness about hospice care and its benefits, and destigmatize ideas of hospices being dark places when in reality it is more than just end-of-life care, it is providing patients ease and comfort, even happiness in their final days.
Tutor
AirClass
Online, Online
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided expertise in tutoring IGCSE/ GCSE Biology, Chemistry and English
- Provided expertise in tutoring A-level Biology and Chemistry to students all over the globe via AirClass online tutoring platform
- Top tutor with a 100% student conversion rate after every first trial lesson.
- Harnessed technology and virtual learning to enhance student experiences.
- Liaising with the marketing/ sales team regarding new students and timetabling
- Collaborated closely with the Information Technology department to enhance the student learning platform, aiming to optimize the overall user experience.
Private Tutor
n/a
Online, Online
08.2019 - Current
- Providing tutoring services for GCSE-level subjects, including English, Biology, and Chemistry
- Providing tutoring services for A-level Biology and Chemistry
- Developed personalized study plans and teaching materials
- Assisted students in understanding complex concepts and creating strategic, achievable learning schemes, aiding the achievement of desired goals.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of curriculum guidelines, offering expert educational advice for positive results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Science
Durham University
Durham 09.2022 -
RQF Level 3 - Foundation Biological Sciences
Durham International Study Centre
Stockton-on-Tees 01.2022 - 08.2022
AS-Levels -
Abbey College Cambridge
Cambridge 09.2020 - 07.2021
GCSEs -
Queen Ethelburgas Collegiate
York 09.2016 - 07.2020
Skills
-Proficient in essential lab techniques such as pipetting, titration, spectrophotometry, and electrophoresis
-Skilled in using and maintaining lab equipment, including microscopes, centrifuges, and chromatography systems
-Ability to use data analysis software or tools for processing and interpreting experimental data such as UCSF Chimera, Rasmol, Image Lab, Excel, and Curve fitting with MyCurveFitcom
-Effective collaboration and clear communication with colleagues, the ability to take on team-leading roles in group work/ projects both in and out of laboratory setting
-Actively seek and welcome constructive feedback from peers, supervisors, and mentors Utilizing feedback to improve performance, enhance skills,
-Strong documentation skills, including the preparation of detailed lab reports, research summaries, and standard operating procedures
-Efficiently managing multiple tasks, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines
Timeline
Tutor
AirClass
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biological Science
Durham University
09.2022 -
RQF Level 3 - Foundation Biological Sciences
Durham International Study Centre
01.2022 - 08.2022
AS-Levels -
Abbey College Cambridge
09.2020 - 07.2021
Receptionist/ Work Shadowing Medics
St. Bartholomews Hospital
09.2019 - 09.2019
Volunteer At Hospice
North London Hospice
09.2019 - 09.2019
Private Tutor
n/a
08.2019 - Current
GCSEs -
Queen Ethelburgas Collegiate
09.2016 - 07.2020
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