Sarah Lindsay
Glasgow
Summary
Innovative Researcher experienced in scientific inquiry and discovery, contributing to groundbreaking research through advanced data analysis and laboratory techniques. Achieved impactful results in LNP production and thin film hydration, utilising expertise in TFF optimization, HPLC, and dynamic light scattering. Focused on delivering valuable insights and ensuring lab safety compliance through effective SOP writing and risk assessments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Research Assistant
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow
2023.01 - 2026.02
- Assisted in formulation and microfluidic manufacturing of lipid nanoparticles for mRNA delivery.
- Designed studies to optimise lipid composition, flow rates, and mixing parameters.
- Enhanced purification workflows to increase particle recovery efficiency, contributing to overall success of research projects.
- Conducted analytical characterisation using HPLC, DLS, lipid quantification, and RNA encapsulation efficiency to support research objectives.
- Supported in vivo evaluations and coordinated pre-clinical sample preparations.
- Presented key findings at conferences to disseminate research insights and facilitate collaboration.
- Wrote standard operating procedures, managed lab safety, and trained MSc/PhD researchers.
- Presented key findings at national conferences to promote knowledge sharing.
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews for project groundwork.
- Prepared detailed reports summarising research findings to facilitate decision-making.
- Fostered collaborative environment by effectively communicating with team members.
- Facilitated successful completion of complex studies by diligently meeting deadlines.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline research processes.
- Documented all procedures meticulously to ensure repeatability of experiments.
- Enhanced team productivity through effective task delegation and management.
- Exhibited exceptional problem-solving skills during unexpected research setbacks.
- Improved research efficiency by meticulously organising data and files.
- Supervised work undertaken on key projects related to students' advanced degrees.
- Presented at industry-leading conferences and seminars to share research.
PhD Researcher
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow
2020.01 - 2024.01
- Led studies that established connections between microfluidic parameters and encapsulation, release profiles, and biological performance, contributing to improved formulation strategies.
- Investigated microfluidic liposome manufacturing using DoE, mapping formulation–property relationships to enhance understanding of production processes.
- Developed scalable workflow for simplified liposome production, streamlining processes and facilitating wider application in research.
- Delivered presentations at various international conferences to share research insights.
- Contributed research articles to Pharmaceutics (2024) and Vaccines (2025) journals.
Education
PhD - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Glasgow City 2020.10 - 2024.04
MSc - Advanced Pharmacology
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Glasgow City 2019.09 - 2020.08
BSc (Hons) - Pharmacology
University of Dundee
Dundee, Dundee City 2015.09 - 2019.09
Skills
- SOP writing
- Multitasking proficiency
- Complex problem analysis
- Lab techniques proficiency
- Statistical software handling
- Academic publishing
- Efficient organisation
- Laboratory equipment operation
- Technical writing
- Experiment designing
Certification
- PIL A&B Certificate
- PGCert
- Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award
- Saltire Award for Volunteering
- ABRSM Grade 5 Piano
Research
- Research Assistant, University of Strathclyde, 2023-01-01, Present, Lead formulation and microfluidic manufacturing of LNPs for mRNA delivery (Ignite, Nova Benchtop, Micropore)., Designed DoE studies to optimise lipid composition, flow rates, and mixing parameters., Improved TFF purification workflow, increasing particle recovery efficiency., Conducted analytical characterisation including HPLC, DLS, lipid quantification, RNA encapsulation efficiency., Supported in vivo evaluation and coordinated pre-clinical sample preparation., Presented findings at CRS, APS PharmSci, CPI RNA Therapeutics, FORGE., Wrote SOPs, oversaw lab safety, managed equipment, and trained MSc/PhD researchers.
- PhD Researcher, University of Strathclyde, 2020-01-01, 2024-01-01, Investigated microfluidic liposome manufacturing using DoE to map formulation–property relationships., Led studies linking microfluidic parameters to encapsulation, release profiles, and biological performance., Developed new workflow for simplified, scalable liposome production., Published in Pharmaceutics (2024) and Vaccines (2025)., Presented at multiple international conferences.
Custom Section
- CRS Annual Meeting, 2021, 2022, 2023
- APS PharmSci Conference, 2024
- CPI RNA Therapeutics Conference, 2024
- FORGE, 2022
Publications
- Lindsay, S. et al., 2024, Can we simplify liposome manufacturing using a complex DoE approach?, Pharmaceutics
- Lindsay, S. et al., 2025, Exploring the challenges of lipid nanoparticle development: the in vitro–in vivo correlation gap., Vaccines
References
Upon Request
Affiliations
- Reading
- Piano
Timeline
Research Assistant
University of Strathclyde
2023.01 - 2026.02
PhD - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Strathclyde
2020.10 - 2024.04
PhD Researcher
University of Strathclyde
2020.01 - 2024.01
MSc - Advanced Pharmacology
University of Strathclyde
2019.09 - 2020.08
BSc (Hons) - Pharmacology
University of Dundee
2015.09 - 2019.09