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Lauren Stewart

Lauren Stewart

Uddingston,South Lanarkshire

Summary

Seasoned Biomedical Scientist ready to take ownership of labs' diagnostic performance and safety records. Dedicated to providing rapid turnaround times without sacrificing personnel safety or diagnostic accuracy. Keen adopter of emerging lab techniques and advanced diagnostic technologies.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Laboratory Scientist

Glasgow Lighthouse Laboratory
Glasgow, Glasgow City
09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Utilized PCR to detect COVID strains with samples.
  • Calibrated analyzers within the laboratory.
  • Carried out quality control checks to ensure the accuracy of the samples.
  • Created and updated H&S documents including COSHH assessments as needed.
  • Followed GLP and maintained suitable PPE depending on risk factors.
  • Acting supervisor of the laboratory when team lead fell sick or unable to come in. This consisted of managing a team of 18 scientists to make sure work flow and speed of samples being processed were on track.

Child Care Assistant

Virgin Active
Hamilton, South Lanarkshire
03.2013 - 08.2013
  • Involves creating activities for the children and working effectively with a team of people in order to complete the job to a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • I was given the chance to be creative in coming up with different games and activities to suit all age groups.
  • Effectively able to deal with, and resolve, any problems encountered throughout shifts.
  • Gained confidence in being given the opportunity to cash up and organize takings at the end of the working day.

Receptionist

Virgin Active
Hamilton, South Lanarkshire
10.2012 - 03.2013
  • Working in between the spa reception and the crèche reception, I would take all calls and deal with payments.
  • Responsible for booking people in for treatments and booking children into the crèche.
  • I learned a lot about privacy and confidentiality in this role as I was trusted to file all clients’ personal information.
  • Make sure all company offers/deals were on display and responsible for the cashing up at the end of the night.
  • Greeted incoming customers in a professional manner and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Collected and distributed incoming mail, employing strict confidentiality throughout.
  • Delivered front of house duties with warm and professional manner.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive impression of the company.

Junior Hairdresser

Marion Rooney Hair Salon
Cambuslang, South Lanarkshire
08.2009 - 08.2012
  • Responsible for the organizing and maintenance of the bookings and time slots given for the hairdressers and customers.
  • Thoroughly rinsed, shampooed, conditioned and applied treatments to clients' hair according to needs, ensuring comfort throughout.
  • Maintained a clean, tidy salon environment through diligent sweeping of hair, disinfecting of workspaces to ensure optimum presentation of salon.
  • Effectively managed up to 6 clients at once, diligently monitoring set timers to ensure colour and treatments reached optimum strength.
  • Checked on customers throughout long appointments, maintaining continued comfort and contentment.
  • Friendly, open and approachable manner when dealing with customers or members of staff.
  • On few occasions had to adapt to deal under pressure with unhappy customers and resolve issues to a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Trusted by senior level of staff to collect and deliver money from the bank.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Biomedical Science

Glasgow Caledonia University
Glasgow, Glasgow City
08.2016 - 08.2021

Skills

  • IBMS Portfolio
  • qPCR & RT-PCR techniques
  • GLP
  • UKAS accreditation knowledge
  • Centrifuge experience
  • Scientific reporting
  • Safe chemical management
  • Sample analysis
  • COSHH assessments
  • Following SOPs

Timeline

Laboratory Scientist

Glasgow Lighthouse Laboratory
09.2021 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Science - Applied Biomedical Science

Glasgow Caledonia University
08.2016 - 08.2021

Child Care Assistant

Virgin Active
03.2013 - 08.2013

Receptionist

Virgin Active
10.2012 - 03.2013

Junior Hairdresser

Marion Rooney Hair Salon
08.2009 - 08.2012

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