Megan Ulusan
Bar Hill,Cambridgeshire
Summary
I am a motivated and detail-oriented research assistant currently contributing to ageing biology research at the Babraham Institute. With a solid academic background in neuroscience and hands-on experience in managing sample workflows and maintaining research documentation, I am passionate about making health research accessible and inclusive. I am excited to support global initiatives like Omnigen’s Discover Me platform, which empowers public participation in research and fosters real-world health impact.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Research Assistant
Babraham Institute
Babraham, Cambridgeshire
11.2023 - Current
- Conduct and optimise experiments for ageing research using molecular biology techniques.
- Coordinate complex sample workflows, including culturing, purification, staining, and preparation of biological samples for flow cytometry and downstream analysis.
- Perform comprehensive literature reviews to inform experimental design and support data interpretation.
- Regularly present scientific findings clearly and confidently to other scientists
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to expand projects into model organisms (e.g., Drosophila, mouse).
- Maintain detailed, traceable records in a digital lab notebook, ensuring traceability and reproducibility of all experiments.
- Coordinate lab operations including stock control, equipment calibration, and compliance with COSHH regulations.
Microbiology Laboratory Technician
SGS
Bar Hill, Cambridgeshire
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Processed and tracked high volumes of microbiological data with strict adherence to ISO 17025 standards.
- Used data management systems to document results, ensuring accuracy and compliance with SOPs.
- Participated in troubleshooting, data quality assurance, and lab audits.
- Developed strong time management and multitasking skills in a regulated, high-throughput setting
Education
Master of Science - Molecular Neruoscience
University of Bristol
Bristol 09.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
University of Exeter
Exeter 09.2018 - 07.2021
Skills
- Proactive and self-motivated
- Organizational and time management skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
Certification
Introduction to Good Clinical Practice (NIHR) - 2025
Timeline
Research Assistant
Babraham Institute
11.2023 - Current
Microbiology Laboratory Technician
SGS
11.2022 - 11.2023
Master of Science - Molecular Neruoscience
University of Bristol
09.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
University of Exeter
09.2018 - 07.2021
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