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• Education:

  I went to a school called “The City of Lincoln Community College”, which has now changed its name to “The Priory City of Lincoln Academy”. I stayed there from year 7 to year 13.

  I then went to Loughborough University. I wasn’t sure if I even wanted to go, but applied last minute. The first time I visited Loughborough was the day I moved into halls of residence. It was a risk, but it paid off as it was one of the best things I have ever done!

  I stayed at Loughborough for 4 years. I did a BSc in Chemistry and took 1 year out to do a work experience year in industry. I didn’t know any scientists growing up so wanted to meet people in industry and see how it was.

  Before I graduated, the university offered me the opportunity to study for a PhD. This is where you work in the university lab full-time for 3-4 years, write up your report at the end and receive a PhD at the end.

• Qualifications:

  GCSEs: English Lit and Language (AA), Maths (A), Double Science (AA), Textiles (A), German (B), Statistics (B), Btec Public Services (Distinction)

  As Levels (something like…): Biology (E), General Studies (B?), Further Maths (B/C?)

  A levels: Chemistry (B), Maths (B/C?)

  I can’t fully remember my A/As levels but they were something like this.

• Work History:

  The first job I had, I worked in Dorothy Perkins, starting at the age of 16. I worked Thursday nights and Sundays.

  Then I went to Uni. I did a 1 year placement where they paid me around 16000. I worked 2 summer jobs (in the chemistry department) which also earned me around 2000 – 3000 for 2 – 3 months work.

  Then I went into a PhD which is paid. I earned around 16000 per year for 3 years. I worked on the side – I worked on a reception and I did some student support roles.

  I didn’t walk right into a job after graduating my PhD. I had to do a lot of different jobs to pay my rent and bills. I continued to work on reception, I did a data inputting job, I worked at a College and I worked in Science department at a school.

  I then got my dream job at the company I work for now, as a Research Scientist in the lab.

• Current Job:

  I have just left my job in the lab and now work in the business team. I work with customers to understand what chemical they might need to solve their problem. I then work with my old team in the lab to find a way to make the chemical – the solution to the customers problem and project manage the work until it is complete.

  I get to travel a lot so I am excited!

• Employer:

  Solvay