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Khushal Siddiq

London,ENG

Summary

Kingston University London graduate with a Bachelor (BSc) in Chemistry with Honours (Hons) and University College London graduate with a Masters (MRes) in Organic Chemistry: Drug Discovery. The four years of higher education has provided detailed understanding of Chemistry, chemical concepts, techniques and their application through practical Organic synthesis and Catalysis. Currently working to further develop Chemistry knowledge and research skills through the means of a Ph.D. Programme at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL).

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Assistant

Robert Dyas
09.2023 - Current
  • Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
  • Fielded customer questions to share information about products, availability, and pricing.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Established rapport with customers using active listening and interpersonal skills.

Laboratory Demonstrator

Queen Mary University of London
09.2022 - Current
  • Performed high complexity testing by preparing specimens for analysis and maintaining assay quality.
  • Investigated and resolved issues related to laboratory processes and procedures.
  • Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
  • Conducted research experiments to test and validate new technologies.
  • Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
  • Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.

Science (Chemistry) Tutor

The Enlighten Academy
03.2022 - 09.2023
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.

Laboratory Technician

Finchley Memorial Hospital
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
  • Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
  • Interpreted laboratory results to provide technical advice to scientists.
  • Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.

Casual Sales Assistant

Sports Direct
08.2017 - 02.2022
  • Fielded customer questions to share information about products, availability, and pricing.
  • Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Remained calm and poised in high-stress, dynamic environment to promote service to customers and staff.

Sales Assistant

The Food Warehouse by Iceland
05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Fielded customer questions to share information about products, availability, and pricing.
  • Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
  • Established rapport with customers using active listening and interpersonal skills.

Education

Ph.D. - Organic Chemistry

Queen Mary University of London
Mile End, London
09.2025

Master of Science - Organic Chemistry: Drug Discovery

University College London
Warren Street, London
09.2021

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Kingston University of London
Penrhyn Road, London
07.2020

Skills

    • Caring
    • Communication
    • Efficiency
    • Honesty
    • Inspiration
    • Leadership
      • Motivation
      • Organization
      • Problem solving
      • Respectfulness
      • Self Control
      • Team Work

Football

I enjoys watching and playing football in my spare time and I'm a massive supporter of Liverpool Football Club (LFC).

Languages

Pashto
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Persian
Advanced
C1
Urdu
Advanced
C1
Hindi
Advanced
C1
Arabic
Intermediate
B1

Timeline

Sales Assistant

Robert Dyas
09.2023 - Current

Laboratory Demonstrator

Queen Mary University of London
09.2022 - Current

Laboratory Technician

Finchley Memorial Hospital
05.2022 - 09.2022

Science (Chemistry) Tutor

The Enlighten Academy
03.2022 - 09.2023

Sales Assistant

The Food Warehouse by Iceland
05.2019 - 09.2019

Casual Sales Assistant

Sports Direct
08.2017 - 02.2022

Ph.D. - Organic Chemistry

Queen Mary University of London

Master of Science - Organic Chemistry: Drug Discovery

University College London

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Kingston University of London
Khushal Siddiq