Mai Phan

Motivated BSc (Hons) Cosmetic Science student with hands-on laboratory experience in chemistry, biology, and pharmaceutical sciences. Skilled in executing experimental procedures, analysing results, and scientific report writing. Seeking to enhance practical knowledge through placement opportunities in cosmetic formulation and research.

Laboratory Projects — University of Sunderland | 2025–Present

Organic Chemistry & Synthesis

• Completed practical work involving the synthesis and purification of organic compounds, including aspirin and cyclohexene.
• Followed experimental procedures and appropriate laboratory safety requirements, including COSHH considerations.
• Recorded experimental observations and applied calculations to evaluate practical outcomes.

Analytical Chemistry

• Applied UV spectroscopy and titration techniques to quantitative pharmaceutical analysis.
• Used experimental measurements and calculations to determine analyte concentration and assess assay results.
• Developed experience in handling experimental data and presenting results in a scientific format.

Molecular Biology

• Completed practical activities involving DNA extraction and analysis.
• Investigated DNA concentration and purity using spectrophotometric measurements.
• Applied biological concepts to interpret experimental results and identify potential sources of experimental variation.

Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Science

• Investigated pharmaceutical and cosmetic regulations and their relevance to product development.
• Explored experimental design, spray drying, and cleaning verification concepts.
• Developed awareness of how scientific, regulatory, and quality considerations contribute to pharmaceutical and cosmetic products.

• Worked collaboratively on scientific coursework, laboratory practicals and team presentations, contributing research, discussion and organisation.
• Shared laboratory responsibilities with team members and contributed to accurate and efficient completion of practical activities.
• Communicated scientific information through laboratory reports, presentations and team-based coursework.
• Adapted to different group working styles while contributing ideas and listening to other team members.

• Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Academic research and scientific literature searching
• Data recording and basic data analysis

Available upon request.