Shannon Leetham

Shannon Leetham

Research scientist
United Kingdom

About Me

Research scientist with extensive knowledge and experience in designing and orchestrating in-vivo and in-vitro studies, bioinformatics, including whole genome sequencing, molecular biology, and immunological techniques. …

Experience

Student Tutor

Tutor Doctor
Apr 2022 - Present · 4 years 2 months

• Designed and implemented tailored lesson plans that cater to the specific needs and learning styles of individual students. Ensure that the lessons align with the A-Level Biology and Chemistry syllabi.
• Broke down complex scientific concepts into understandable and relatable components. Fostered a deep understanding of fundamental principles and their real-world applications.
• Engaged students through interactive teaching methods such as discussions, experiments, multimedia presentations, and hands-on activities.
• Encouraged active participation and critical thinking.
• Regularly assessed student progress through quizzes, tests, and assignments to identify areas of strength and weakness and provide constructive feedback to facilitate improvement.
• Maintained open communication channels with students, parents, and school administrators and provided regular updates on student performance, discuss academic goals, and address any concerns or challenges.

A-level Biology Examiner

Pearson, London
Jan 2018 - Present · 8 years 6 months

Reviewed and evaluated student responses to A Level biology examination questions according to examination board standards.
Maintained a deep knowledge of biology.
Applied excellent analytical skills.
Met deadlines for completing marking assignments and submitting assessment reports to the examination board.
Maintained efficient workflow and timely delivery of results.

Higher Executive Research Scientist

Animal & Plant Health Agency, DEFRA
Jan 2021 - Jan 2024 · 3 years

Project managed a swine Influenza A virus infection dynamics research project (PIGIE) involving international partners.
Conducted research on disease threat and mitigation, prevention and control, and development of expertise.
Presented findings in European partner meetings and conferences.
Had two research papers in draft, including one collaborative paper with many institutions.
Built capacity for applied research in a farm setting.
Used laboratory and bioinformatics expertise, including whole genome sequencing (WGS) technologies and associated analysis.
Was seconded to the world reference laboratory for Avian Influenza for the current largest outbreak of Avian Influenza virus in the UK.

A-level & GCSE Biology & Chemistry Tutor

Tutor Doctor, Woking
Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 · 1 year

Designed and implemented tailored lesson plans for individual students.
Aligned lessons with the A-Level Biology and Chemistry syllabi.
Broke down complex scientific concepts into understandable and relatable components.
Fostered understanding of fundamental principles and their real-world applications.
Engaged students through discussions, experiments, multimedia presentations, and hands-on activities.
Encouraged active participation and critical thinking.
Regularly assessed student progress through quizzes, tests, and assignments.
Provided constructive feedback to facilitate improvement.
Maintained open communication channels with students, parents, and school administrators.
Provided regular updates on student performance, discussed academic goals, and addressed concerns or challenges.

Lab assistant

Eurofins Clinical Diagnostics UK Ltd, Guildford
Jun 2021 - Sep 2021 · 3 months

Worked at the Eurofins lab for another national effort for the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Performed viral inactivation.
Performed RNA extraction.
Performed RT-qPCR.
Performed analysis.

Lab assistant

UK Biocentre, Milton Keynes
Mar 2020 - Jul 2020 · 4 months

Was seconded from PhD research at the APHA to work at the UK Biocentre in 2020 due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Tested patients’ samples for the presence of Covid-19 as part of the national COVID-19 RT-qPCR testing efforts.
Gained experience in working in a fast-paced laboratory setting.
Worked with people with a range of scientific experience.
Was quickly promoted to a higher scientific operating position.

Skills

Advance Communication Academics Record Class Materials Course Contents Private Instructions Private Tutoring Student Records Learner Engagement Study Guides Subject Areas Test Prep Test Scores Bioinformatics Whole genome sequencing Molecular biology Immunological techniques Biosafety level 4 laboratories Class III biosafety cabinets Home Office Personal Licence (PIL A & B) Animal studies Scientific research Flow cytometry Immunological assays Cell culture Microorganism culture Microorganism titration Influenza A virus propagation Nucleic acid extraction RT-qPCR Statistical analysis Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) PCR Data analysis Viral inactivation RNA extraction
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