Sophie Lee
Hutton, Brentwood ,Essex
Summary
Dedicated student with a strong foundation in zoology and environmental biology, demonstrating critical thinking and scientific literacy. Proficient in utilising laboratory equipment and applying biological knowledge to ecological contexts. Known for proactive engagement, patience, and perseverance, with a commitment to empathetic understanding in all interactions. Interested in climate policy and biosecurity, and the intersection between biosecurity risks and AI science.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work history
Private Biology tutor
Self
Brentwood, Essex
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted struggling students after class hours, leading to improved grades over time.
- Maintained accurate records of each student's performance, identifying areas needing more focus during subsequent classes.
Leaf Fellowship: Biology for a Better Tomorrow
Leaf
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
Cambridge University Sutton Trust Summer School
University of Cambridge
12.2023 - 08.2024
Zoology, Botany and Physiology
Giving Green environmental internship
Giving Green
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Linnean Society Youth Panel
Linnean Society of London
10.2023 - 08.2024
Member of 4-person youth panel responsible for distributing money towards youth-led projects that seek to increase youth engagement with local natural spaces and encourage a deeper appreciation and understanding of nature.
Education
GCSEs -
Chelmsford County High School for girls
Essex 09.2018 - 06.2023
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry, French
The Henrietta Barnett School for Girls
London 09.2023 - 06.2025
Master of Science - Biology
University of Oxford
Oxford 10.2025 -
Skills
- Critical thinking implementation
- Zoology competence
- Scientific literacy
- Proactive engagement
- Patience and perseverance
- Biological knowledge
- Environmental ecology understanding
- Empathetic understanding
- Environmental biology knowledge
- Experience with laboratory equipment
Affiliations
- Archery
- Running
- Violin, piano, guitar
- Fine Art
Accomplishments
Jack Petchey Outstanding Achievement Award
Languages
English
Native
French
Intermediate
Korean
Intermediate
Timeline
Master of Science - Biology
University of Oxford
10.2025 -
Private Biology tutor
Self
07.2025 - Current
Leaf Fellowship: Biology for a Better Tomorrow
Leaf
08.2024 - 09.2024
Cambridge University Sutton Trust Summer School
University of Cambridge
12.2023 - 08.2024
Giving Green environmental internship
Giving Green
12.2023 - 08.2024
Linnean Society Youth Panel
Linnean Society of London
10.2023 - 08.2024
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry, French
The Henrietta Barnett School for Girls
09.2023 - 06.2025
GCSEs -
Chelmsford County High School for girls
09.2018 - 06.2023