SARA MILLERI
Summary
A skilled professional with expertise in chromatography and spectroscopy techniques, complemented by proficiency in Python and Bash programming. Demonstrates strong capabilities in record keeping, reporting, and chemical analysis, underpinned by a solid understanding of safety procedures and scientific knowledge. Adept at creative problem solving and hypothesis formulation, with experience in computational chemistry. Committed to advancing a career in scientific research, leveraging technical skills to drive innovation and excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Synthetic Chemistry Assistant
Biosynth
2024.01 - 2025.01
- Refined reaction conditions to optimise synthetic pathways to two different GalNAc clusters used as drug carriers in the treatment of hepatic porphyrias.
- Improved laboratory skills including purifications, characterisation and analysis of results. Final compounds were deemed 100% pure according to HPLC, marking the project as a success.
- Wrote an extensive research report on this project as part of my university degree, which was praised as exceptional and awarded an 85% by the marking professor.
- Regularly worked as part of team, exchanging ideas, accepting constructive criticism and learning opportunities. Participated in a healthy workplace by building interpersonal relationships.
- Presented my results weekly to my supervisor in an efficient and concise manner.
Private Tutor
Self Employed
2021.01 - 2026.04
- Delivered tailored lessons to students in GCSE Maths, Chemistry, and Physics, adapting teaching methods to suit individual learning styles and abilities.
- Developed structured lesson plans, enhancing organisational and time-management skills.
- Supported students in achieving strong academic improvements. For example, helping one Chemistry student progress from a grade 3 to a grade 6 within a year — earning consistent positive feedback from parents.
Education
MChem with Year in Industry - Chemistry
Cardiff University
2022.09 - 2026.07
A levels - Chemistry A, Maths A*, Psychology A*, Italian A*, History B
Nailsea High School & Sixth Form
2020.09 - 2022.07
Skills
- Record keeping and reporting
- Chromatography techniques
- Spectroscopy techniques
- Python and Bash programming
- Creative problem solving
- Scientific knowledge
- GCSE tutoring
- Chemical analysis proficiency
- Safety procedures understanding
- Hypothesis formulation
- Computational chemistry
INTERESTS
Since moving to the UK, I have developed a strong interest in languages and am currently studying towards the Spanish Higher Intermediate (B2) qualification. I also enjoy staying active and am a regular member of the University Volleyball Society, where I take part in both training sessions and social events. Playing team sports has taught me the importance of communication and collaboration, which are qualities I believe are equally valuable in a professional environment.
Accomplishments
- Duke of Edinburgh Award (Silver and Bronze), 2018 – 2019: volunteered as a tutor, took a leadership role in my group by allocating tasks, as well as taking part in the route planning of the threeday hike expedition. The journey proceeded smoothly and safely
- Language Leader Award in French and Spanish, 2019: prepared and delivered two lessons in a foreign language to a class of younger pupils in my school. Enhanced my leadership skills, as well as my confidence in public speaking.
Affiliations
- Volleyball
Languages
Italian
Native
Spanish
Upper intermediate (B2)
Work availability
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Timeline
Synthetic Chemistry Assistant
Biosynth
2024.01 - 2025.01
MChem with Year in Industry - Chemistry
Cardiff University
2022.09 - 2026.07
Private Tutor
Self Employed
2021.01 - 2026.04
A levels - Chemistry A, Maths A*, Psychology A*, Italian A*, History B
Nailsea High School & Sixth Form
2020.09 - 2022.07