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Seren Williams

Summary

I am currently a master's student at The University of Bath, studying towards a MSc Molecular Biosciences (Microbiology), and aspiring to pursue a career in Research and Development, developing new technologies and designing experiments testing product performance. I am an upper second class Biology graduate from Bath Spa University, also acting as the Vice-President for the swimming society 2024/25.

Balancing my studies with a part-time job as a retail assistant has allowed me to develop critical team working and time management skills, reinforcing my work ethic.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Retail assistant

Sports Direct
Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
2023.03 - Current

Balancing my studies with a part-time job allowed me to develop critical team work, problem-solving, communication, and time management skills, transferable to any future career.

  • Handled cash and card transactions, maintaining accurate till records.
  • Co-ordinate with management staff to organise seasonal changeovers and new collection drops
  • Co-ordinate with customers to tailor their shopping experience through recommending and selecting items, and resolving customer concerns ensuring a positive retail experience

Cardiac Physiologist (Internship)

NHS Wales
Cwmbran, Torfaen County Borough
2024.07 - 2025.07
  • Observed diagnostic angiograms performed by consultant cardiologists, and assisted in performing echocardiograms, stress echoes, and electrocardiograms.
  • Experienced how physiologists assist in making informed clinical judgements based on cardiac data and patient symptoms
  • Learnt how to communicate complex procedures in a simple reassuring manner, especially to anxious or vulnerable patients

Biomedical Scientist (Internship)

NHS Wales
Cwmbran, Torfaen County Borough
2024.09 - 2024.09
  • Understood the importance of preventative maintenance and calibrating lab equipment to guarantee accurate results
  • Observed the efficient collaboration with blood sciences, infection sciences, and cell sciences for effective patient care
  • Analysed complex biomedical data aiding in appropriate diagnosis of patients, aiding in prompt further treatment by clinical staff

Education

Master of Science - Molecular Biosciences (Microbiology)

University of Bath
Bath
2025.09 - 2027.09

Bachelor of Science - Biology (Human)

Bath Spa University
Bath
2022.10 - 2025.06

A-Levels -

Durham Johnston Comprehensive School
Durham
2020.09 - 2022.06

GCSEs -

Red House School
Stockton-on-Tees
2007.09 - 2020.06

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Data Analysis
  • Critical Analysis
  • Time management
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication
  • Adaptability

Affiliations

  • I swam competitively for over 10 years with an elite swimming club; selected to represent Wales in the 2017/18 season and in the 2021 Olympic trials. I enjoy hiking with my family and two labradors, exploring trails across north east England. Especially since my spinal fusion in July 2022, this hobby supports my physical well-being.

Accomplishments

  • COSHH
  • British Sign Language Level 1
  • Duke of Edinburgh's Bronze Award

Timeline

Master of Science - Molecular Biosciences (Microbiology)

University of Bath
2025.09 - 2027.09

Biomedical Scientist (Internship)

NHS Wales
2024.09 - 2024.09

Cardiac Physiologist (Internship)

NHS Wales
2024.07 - 2025.07

Retail assistant

Sports Direct
2023.03 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Biology (Human)

Bath Spa University
2022.10 - 2025.06

A-Levels -

Durham Johnston Comprehensive School
2020.09 - 2022.06

GCSEs -

Red House School
2007.09 - 2020.06
Seren Williams