2020-2025
Bachelor of Science (Cell & Molecular Biology)
University of Wollongong, Australia
Subjects: Genetics, Biotechnology & Medical Research, Bioinformatics, Mathematics (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Discrete, Optimisation), Statistics, Molecular Biology.
March 2022 - Current
Sydney Genome Diagnostics, Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
Trainee Hospital Scientist
Genetics laboratory professional with 4 years of experience in NATA-accredited diagnostic pathology, gained while completing my undergraduate degree part-time. I combine strong technical proficiency in molecular and classical cytogenetic techniques with a proven ability to contribute to method development in clinical diagnostic settings.
My experience includes rotations through NATA-accredited cytogenetics laboratories, with hands-on work in:
Prenatal diagnosis (QF-PCR, Chromosomal Microarray, Karyotyping)
Constitutional Chromosomal Microarray for Intellectual Disability
Blood and Bone Marrow cytogenetics, including peripheral blood analysis for infertility
I'm passionate about applying quantitative methods to laboratory challenges, with particular interest in bioinformatics, statistical modeling, and computational approaches to diagnostic optimisation.
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2018-2022
Emergency Department, Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
Clinical Support Administrator
My eperience in Emergency was an invaluable period of personal growth. I developed a deep appreciation for the importance of effective team work and communication, as I worked closely with colleagues in a busy and unpredictable environment.