1. Stephen Guerin
Contact Details:
45 Caldbeck Close
Gunthorpe
Peterborough
PE4 7NE
Telephone: 01733 762923
Mobile: 07891798530
Email: stephenguerin6@googlemail.com
Career Objective: To utilise the skills developed through University and voluntary research to
continue my career within biochemical analsis where I can bring my passion for biochemistry, assay
development and drug discovery with the ability to develop within a fast paced analytical
environment.
Education and Qualifications
2009 – 2013
The University of Birmingham - MSci – Biochemistry (Hons) – 2:1
 Extended Research Project (4th
Year) - Detecting novel compounds to disrupt the C. Neoformans and
C. Gattii intraphagocytic niche
 Literature Review Project (3rd
year) – Analysing how synthetic allosteric modulators of GPCRs work at
the molecular level and why they are therefore potential therapeutic agents
A highly theoretical and practical degree gave me excellent laboratory skills as well as the ability to analyse data and design
future experiments.
The masters component included analysis of current research developments throughout a variety of biochemical areas and
allowed the design of a research project including the scientific background, techniques and finance.
2001 – 2009
The Thomas Deacon Academy (previously Deacons School prior to 2006)
A level: Chemistry (B), Biology (C), Geography (B) and English Lit/Lang (C)
GCSE: Maths (A*), Double Science (AA), English Language (A) English Literature (B), + 6 GCSE’s grades A* - C
Bioscience Related Work Experience
01/2015 – Present
Laboratory Technician – Genesis Diagnostics
 Perform quality control tests on food intolerance and infectious disease ELISAs and microarray to
inspect and validate in-process and finished reagents according to the company’s quality procedures.
Highlight potential issues before major impact.
 Perform document control and administration for tests and products, such as Certificates of analysis.
 Assist with investigation, analysis and resolution of quality issues as they arise.
 Review current practice to improve quality and productivity and consequently update procedures.
04/2014 – 01/2015
Laboratory Assistant – Herbs in a Bottle
 Tested products at all stages of development, validated specifications, generated SOPs, and liaised with
suppliers, customers and in house herbalists in a GMP accredited laboratory.
 Used various methods to test herbal tinctures, raw materials, capsules and tablets to ensure they met
company and customer specification. Pass or fail products as appropriate.
 Ensured production upheld GMP standards for cleanliness and documentation.

2. 07/2012 – 09/2012
9 Week Voluntary Laboratory Placement – School of Biosciences, University of Birmingham – Supervisor: Dr C
Hellberg
 Investigated the relationship between PDGF and EGF receptor co-stimulation and resistance to radiotherapy
in glioblatoma cells.
 For which I received an award from the research experience bursary to allow the research.
This placement allowed me to become confident in a research environment and taught me key laboratory skills.
I also realised my passion for research and this furthered my interest in cell biology, drug discovery and
immunology.
Additional Work Experience
01/2007 – 11/2010 and 07/2013 to 06/2014
Customer Services and Checkout Supervisor – Waitrose Supermarket
 Managed a team of 14 members of staff at the checkouts and customer service desk both individually and
as part of a team, supplementing a more efficient workforce.
 Developed time-management and organisational skills as well as learning to effectively communicate with
both staff and customers. Gained valuable leadership skills.
09/2011 – 06/2013
Welcome Team Member – Student Mentors
 Represented the Guild of Students, supporting new students within University accommodation involving
regular visits to answer queries, mentor the students, and promote tailored events.
 Part of a critical support network comprising of both student and professional support staff.
 This has allowed me to grow in confidence when talking to new people, enhancing my presentation skills
and taught me to think for myself to solve a variety of issues
Skills
Laboratory Skills: ELISA, microarray, GMP, Cell culture (passaging, transfections and yeast culture), Western
blotting, Agarose Gel electrophoresis, distillation, Immunoprecipitations, immunoassays, Assays (soft agar, MTT,
fluorescence, Bradford), FTIR, microscopy, gene purification and transformation, thin layer chromatography,
gas chromatography, recrystallisation, and robotics set up and control.
Computational skills: Swiss PDB, Sigmaplot, SPSS, ImageJ, MS Office
Full UK Drivers Licence held
Interests
I’m currently learning to play badminton which I aim to continue at a higher level. I have played the drums for 7
years and I currently follow scientific developments through social media and public journals.
References
Genesis Diagnostics
Available on request
Dr Robin May
(4th
year supervisor)
School of Biosciences
The University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT