Ciarán O'Sullivan is currently pursuing a BSc in Chemistry from University College Cork, expecting to graduate with Second Class Honours, Grade 1. His research project involved investigating metal oxide catalysts for methanol synthesis. He has laboratory experience in inorganic, organic, analytical and microbiological techniques. Ciarán has worked as a porter, teaching assistant, and bar staff to gain employment experience. In his free time, he plays rugby and volunteers regularly with charitable organizations.

1. Ciarán O'Sullivan
14 Jamesmont, Rochestown, Cork
Tel: 085 1502429, (021) 4894155
Email: osciaran@gmail.com
Education
2011 – Present: BSc Chemistry, University College Cork.
 Result: Expect to Graduatewith 2nd class Honours Grade1 (2.1)
Core Modules
Inorganic Chemistry Organic Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry Materials Chemistry
Physical Chemistry Scientific LiteratureSkills
Synthesis and Mechanisms Aseptic Techniques
Report Writing Spectroscopic and Analytical Chemistry
Research Project
 “Methanol Synthesis using Metal OxideCatalysts"
Carried out an extensive literaturereviewof existingMetal oxidecatalysts and methods of
optimization pertainingto the most relevant recent developments
 Conducted theoretical simulations in Tyndall National institute,usingDFT modellingsoftware, Material
Studio to collectdata for review. Provided a good understandingof data Analysis,and an industry working
environment.
 The project was presented in the form of a 10,000 word report which outlined the purpose, research
methods, analysis and resultof the study.
2005 – 2011: Presentation Brothers College, Co. Cork.
 Leaving Certificatepoints:475
LaboratoryExperience
 Performed Inorganic & Organic reactions as well Microbiological and Analytical techniques,
such as Chromatographic and Spectroscopic methods includinguseof HPLC, Atomic spectrometers,
Lab-on-chip etc.
 Laboratory experience gained from performingvarious experiments in UCC, resultingin an
understandingof aseptic techniques, steriletransfer of chemicals/cultures withoutcontamination.
 Understandingof principles,applications and methodology of these procedures, and efficient
handlingof apparatus.Reportwritingand various relevantsoftwareprogrammes such as PASCO and
Delta V.

2. Employment
2015: Mardyke Woolshed, Sheare’s Street,Cork
Porter:
 Cleaned kitchen utensils and machines, performed manual labour tasksfor extended hours of the day.
Workingunder chefs and providingthem with the requested materials and food supplies.
2013-2014: Centre ofTalented Youth Ireland. (Subsidiary of Dublin City University).
TeachingAssistant:
 Provided a supportiveenvironment & treated student and staff dignity & respect.
 Workingunder the teacher of the classroom,helpingthe students understand topics such as
computer programmingand scientific studies.
 Maintainingorder in the classroom,the safety & wellbeingof each student. Ensuringeach student
attends their class,and provideinteractivebreaks fromthe material,and ensure they are returned to
their parents.
2013: Woodside Inn Pub. Sligo
Bar Staff
 Serving drinks;pints,shots,cocktailsand beingfriendly to the customers and locals.
 Collectingglassesand cleaningthebar with appropriatesanitization.
VoluntaryWork
2004 – 2010: Cork Youth Project, Barrack Street,Cork City
Volunteer Support Worker:
 Worked as a Volunteer worker with Cope foundation in Montenotte. Looked after people with
physical and mental disabilities for two weeks.
 Volunteered for Edmund Rice Summer camps where I helped organizeand supervisea free summer
camp for children fromdisadvantaged areas in Cork.
 Gave Chemistry grinds once a week, to a leavingcertstudent. Constructed my own notes and ensure
the student's understandingof the material.
Interests& Achievements
 University: Active member of UCC Ultimate Frisbee.Played in tournaments and events.
 Sport: Played rugby with PBC for 5 years and Highfield RFC today.
 Computers: Completed European Computer DrivingLicense(ECDL)
 Volunteer Work: Regular volunteer for both Cork Simon and AWARE
Referees
 Michael Nolan, Supervisor to myresearch project, UniversityCollege Cork, Email:Michael.Nolan@tyndall.ie
 Catriona LedWith(DCU): Coordinator of staff for CTYI. Tel:01 7008423, Email:catriona.ledwith@dcu.ie
 Eric Parkes: Owner of Woodside InnPub. Tel:0872237491