Joseph Mwansa is a highly skilled MSci Pharmaceutical Science graduate with extensive practical expertise in organic chemistry and analytical techniques. He has research experience synthesizing complex molecules and publishing his work. His skills include independent research, critical analysis, teamwork, and strong communication abilities for presenting scientific findings. He is currently seeking opportunities where he can apply his expertise in organic synthesis and analytical skills.

1. JOSEPH M. MWANSA
Telephone: +44(0)1482 831221 Mobile: +44(0)7539006056 E:mail: joe.mwamba.mwansa@live.co.uk
126 Shinewater Park,Kingswood, Hull, HU7 3DN, England, UK
I am a highly skilled MSci Pharmaceutical Science graduate with a strong academic record; finishing top of my course. I
have extensive practical expertise in synthetic organic chemistry with a wide knowledge of chemical syntheses and reaction
mechanisms as well as research experience in analytical techniques comprising multiple platforms. I have demonstrated
capabilities in independent research, data interpretation, documentation and review, thus enabling concise, clear
construction of technical scientific reports. I am presently a member of the British Pharmacological Society, Royal
Pharmaceutical Society & Biochemical Society for Advancing Molecular Bioscience. I am the former co-president and one
of the founding members of the Huddersfield Pharmaceutical Society (Pharma-Society).
Education
2012 – 2016
The University of Huddersfield, Huddersfield
MSci Pharmaceutical Science First Class (74%)
Final Year Modules: Chemical Therapeutics (96%)
Molecular Targets & Drug Design (90%)
Research Project (83%)
Analytical Science (74%)
2009 – 2011
St. Mary’s College Sixth Form, Hull
2005 –2009
St. Mary’s College, Hull
12 GCSEs
Skills
 Project management
 Independent researcher
 Teamwork and interpersonal skills
 Critical analysis of reaction methods
Technical skills
 Demonstrated ability and extensive hands-on experience in designing and executing multi-step syntheses,
optimising chemical processes and scale-up of synthetic methods
 Performing analytical assays based on new and existing methods with outstanding knowledge in 1
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DEPT and COSY NMR as well as GC and MS to identify organic compounds synthesised
 Adept in using literature search software SciFinder, Scopus and Summon to obtain research papers and
implementing their findings and methods to reactions and research
 Analysis of small molecules using HPLC
 Skilled at communicating scientific work in the form of presentations, posters and written reports based on the
discoveries and processes of research
Previous /current research projects
 Azide based routes to substituted indoles- Dr. Karl Hemming (2014/15)
 The synthesis of novel synthetic pyrrolobenzodiazepines via intramolecular Staudinger/Aza-Wittig cyclization
and a formal [3+2] cycloaddition reaction- Dr. Karl Hemming (2014/15
 The kinetics and mechanisms of organo-iridium complex catalysed racemisation of chiral amines –Professor
Michael I. Page (2015/16)
 Flexible access to conformationally-locked bicyclic morpholines – Dr. Duncan Gill (June-September 2016)
A2 Biology: C A2 Applied IT: C
A2 Chemistry: C AS English Literature: B

2. Publications
 Stirling, M. J, Mwansa, J.M, Sweeney, G., Blacker, A.J and Page, M. I., The kinetics and mechanisms
of the organo-iridium complex catalysed racemisation of amines Org. Biomol. Chem., 2016, 14,
7092-7098
Awards
 The Royal Society of Chemistry Prize for Outstanding Performance during the final year of the
Pharmaceutical Science course (2016)
IT capabilities
 Distinction award in OCR ICT Level 2 course
 Proficient in Microsoft Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access & FrontPage)
 Competent in molecular modelling programme Scigress and ChemDraw
 NMR analysis using Topspin
Work Experience
June-Sep 2016 Summer research student, University of Huddersfield, Huddersfield
 10 week summer project focusing on the total synthesis of conformationally-locked bicyclic morpholine
scaffolds
2015-2016 Project research student, Innovative Physical Organic Solutions (IPOS), Huddersfield
 Final year research project, focusing primarily on the kinetics and mechanism of organo-iridium
complexes racemisation of amines. This resulted in a publication in Organic and Biomolecular
Chemistry
2014-2015 Undergraduate Researcher, University of Huddersfield, Huddersfield
 Retrosynthetic analysis and synthesis of complex motifs (indoles & pyrrolobenzodiazepines)
 Literature review using SciFinder, Scopus and Summon
 Analysis of compounds synthesised in the lab using NMR, IR and MS
June-Sep 2013 Production Operative, Reckitt Benckiser, Hull
 Quality control of pharmaceuticals intended for the British market
 Working in an effective team to correctly package products such as Gaviscon & Fybogel
 GMP of pharmaceuticals
July-Aug 2013 Dispenser/Technician, Morrill Pharmacy, Hull
 Dispensing medication for patients with prescriptions from local surgery
 Providing advice and instructions on how to use prescribed medication
 Managing monthly repeats for certain patients and ordering specials and other medicines
2010 - 2011 Science Mentor, St. Mary’s College, Hull
 Worked with several students who were underperforming in chemistry and biology
 Assisted students in explaining key topics in a simplified manner and helped organise revision
timetables in preparation for GCSE exams
 Monitored academic progress of students until their exams
References
Professor Michael I. Page
University of Huddersfield,
Department of Chemical sciences,
Joseph Priestley Building, HD1 3DH
Email: m.i.page@hud.ac.uk
Tel:+44 (0)1484 472534
Professor Joseph B. Sweeney
University of Huddersfield,
Department of Chemical sciences
Joseph Priestley Building,HD1 3DH
Email:j.b.sweeney@hud.ac.uk
Tel:+44 (0)1484 471617