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Hire Dr. Lydia C.

Australia

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Multi-Disciplinary Scientist | Technical Writer | Cell & Molecular Biology | Regulatory Compliance | Quality | 13+ years

Profile Summary

I am a multi-disciplinary scientist with over 13 years of laboratory experience across academic research, pharmaceutical R&D, and GMP manufacturing for clinical trials. My career has spanned experimental design, cell and molecular biology, analytical chemistry, regulatory compliance, and technical writing – giving me a broad technical foundation and a deep understanding of the scientific and regulatory landscape. I bring excellent attention to detail to every project, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and high-quality deliverables. Core Technical Expertise: Cell & Molecular Biology: Aseptic Cell Culture (Stem, Progenitor, Primary Human) | Functional Assays | Metabolic Analysis | Gene/Protein Expression | PCR | Flow Cytometry | Microscopy (Light, Fluorescent, Confocal) Pharmaceutical Development: Drug Formulation & Development | Analytical Chemistry (HPLC) | Clinical Trial Drug Product GMP-Manufacturing | Cleanroom Operations (Grade C/D) | Material Transfer | Aseptic Technique | Batch Manufacturing | Equipment Calibration & Maintenance Regulatory & Quality Expertise: GMP/ISO Compliance | GDPR | Human Tissue Act | COSHH | Data Integrity (ALCOA+) | SOP Development | Non-Conformance Investigations | CAPA Management | Root Cause Analysis | Risk Assessment & Management | Audit Preparedness | Internal Audits Data Management & Analysis: Data Management and Analysis | Data Visualisation | Statistical Analysis | Data Integrity and Traceability | Audit-Ready Datasets Technical Writing & Communication: Peer-Reviewed Publications | Dissertations | SOPs | Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs) | Technical Reports | Conference Presentations | STEM Outreach Materials Training & Mentorship: Hands-on Training (Laboratory Techniques, SOPs, Equipment Operation) | Team Capability Building | Consistent, High-Quality Work Across Multidisciplinary Teams Project Management & Soft Skills: Project Management | Task Prioritisation | Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving | Stakeholder Engagement | Multidisciplinary Collaboration | Independent Work Recent Professional Development: Permaculture Design Certificate (2024) – Sustainable Systems and Ecological Design

Subject Matter Expertise

• ★ Biochemistry
• ★ Cell Culture
• ★ Environmentalism
• ☆ Analytical Chemistry
• ☆ Separation & Purification
• ☆ Spectroscopy
• ☆ UV Spectroscopy
• ☆ IR Spectroscopy
• ☆ Raman Spectroscopy
• ☆ NMR Spectroscopy
• ☆ Molecular Imaging
• ☆ Liquid Chromatography/HPLC
• ☆ Particle Size Distribution
• ☆ Microbiology
• ☆ Microbiological Assays
• ☆ Immunoassay
• ☆ Biochemical Assays
• ☆ Structural Biology
• ☆ Apoptosis
• ☆ Oxidative Stress & Mitochondrial Function
• ☆ Enzyme Activity Assays
• ☆ Binding Assays
• ☆ Molecular Biology
• ☆ Biomarkers
• ☆ Microarrays
• ☆ PCR
• ☆ Gene Expression Analysis
• ☆ DNA Damage & Repair
• ☆ Cell Biology
• ☆ Cell-Based Assays
• ☆ Cytochemistry
• ☆ Cell Signaling Pathways
• ☆ Stem Cell Research
• ☆ Histology
• ☆ Microscopy
• ☆ Light Microscopy
• ☆ Fluorescence Microscopy
• ☆ Organic Farming
• ☆ Data Analysis
• ☆ Image Processing
• ☆ Data Processing
• ☆ Data Visualization
• ☆ Data Collection
• ☆ Data Management
• ☆ Data Mining
• ☆ Bioinformatics
• ☆ Gene & Protein Expression Analysis
• ☆ Environmental Science
• ☆ Pollution Control & Waste Management
• ☆ Hazardous Waste Management
• ☆ Water Pollution
• ☆ Air Pollution
• ☆ Environmental Management & Protection
• ☆ Environmental Remediation
• ☆ Ecology
• ☆ Ecosystem Management
• ☆ Ecological Restoration
• ☆ Food Safety
• ☆ Primary Cells
• ☆ Cell Banking
• ☆ 3D Cell Culture
• ☆ Blotting
• ☆ Immunohistochemistry
• ☆ Cytometry
• ☆ Cell Aging
• ☆ Cooking
• ☆ Composting
• ☆ Gardens & Gardening
• ☆ Event Planning
• ☆ Science Outreach
• ☆ Spanish
• ☆ Drug Development
• ☆ Drug Formulation
• ☆ Small Molecule Drug Development
• ☆ Biologic & Biosimilar Development
• ☆ Drug Substance Characterization
• ☆ Drug Stability Testing
• ☆ Preclinical Research
• ☆ Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• ☆ Small Molecule Manufacturing
• ☆ Medical Devices
• ☆ Medical Device Development
• ☆ Medical Device Manufacturing
• ☆ Diabetes
• ☆ Clinical Laboratory Science
• ☆ Stability Testing
• ☆ Shelf-Life Testing
• ☆ Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)
• ☆ Product Validation
• ☆ Product Compliance
• ☆ Peer Review
• ☆ Research Methodology
• ☆ Feasibility Studies
• ☆ Literature Search
• ☆ Video Production
• ☆ Photography & Image Editing
• ☆ Skills Training
• ☆ Medical Writing
• ☆ Research Summaries & Abstracts
• ☆ Technical & Scientific Writing
• ☆ Manuscript & Journal Article Writing
• ☆ Experimental Protocols
• ☆ SOP & Protocol Writing
• ☆ Science Communication
• ☆ Literature Review
• ☆ Systematic Literature Review
• ☆ Copywriting
• ☆ Blog Posts
• ☆ Formulation
• ☆ Pharmaceutical Formulation
• ☆ Fundraising
• ☆ Customer Service
• ☆ Sustainable Development
• ☆ Project Management
• ☆ Risk Management
• ☆ Six Sigma

Services

• Writing
• Research
• Consulting
• Product Development

Writing Medical Writing, Technical Writing, Copywriting, Newswriting

Research Feasibility Study, Scientific and Technical Research, Systematic Literature Review

Consulting Scientific and Technical Consulting

Product Development Recipe Development, Quality Assurance & Control (QA/QC)

Work Experience

Director

Bio-Process Dynamics LTD

April 2024 - April 2026

Pharmaceutical Analyst

Nanopharm

June 2023 - April 2024

Associate Scientist

Vectura Group plc.

October 2020 - October 2022

Education

PhD

The Queen's University Belfast - United Kingdom

September 2013 - April 2019

MSci in Biochemistry and Biological Chemistry

University of Nottingham, Nottingham Campus

September 2008 - July 2012

Certifications

• Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (White Card)

  Origin Institute

  September 2025 - Present

• TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Environmental Sustainability

  Training Qalifications UK

  https://stequalprod.blob.core.windows.net/production/7f/ba/7fbaabeee0e0554cd6d4c3cc9b343fbb10957d579e1872228051714fc317d66b?sv=2017-11-09&sr=b&rscd=inline; filename="Lydia_Cox.pdf"&st=2026-07-07T05:24:05Z&se=2026-07-07T05:34:05Z&sp=r&sig=qwzGMzkcKZB0bPFWuXRD2HEsw8bFS4+7q2qJd6xnnJY=

  May 2025 - Present

• Permaculture Design Certificate

  Discover Permaculture

  https://www.credential.net/b918d633-c582-4e0b-aba5-62766a54cad9#acc.L02Km4Rx

  January 2023 - Present

Publications

JOURNAL ARTICLE

Daisheng Song, Bradleigh E. Navalsky, Wei Guan, Cassandra Ingersoll, Tao Wang, Emanuele Loro, Lydia Eeles, Kyle B. Matchett, Melanie J. Percy, John Walsby-Tickle, et al.(2020). Tibetan PHD2 , an allele with loss-of-function properties . Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. 117. (22). Microsoft.AspNetCore.Mvc.Localization.LocalizedHtmlString 12230--12238. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences

(2015). Epigenetic Changes in Endothelial Progenitors as a Possible Cellular Basis for Glycemic Memory in Diabetic Vascular Complications . Journal of Diabetes Research.