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PhD Biomedical Scientist | Expert in Data Analysis, Scientific Writing & Editing | Published Researcher | Coding Skills

Profile Summary

I am a PhD-trained biomedical scientist with over 10 years of experience in scientific research, specializing in molecular biology, cardiovascular science, and nutrition. My academic journey spans internationally recognized institutions including the University of Oxford, University of Adelaide, and University of Nottingham, and I’ve led and contributed to multiple interdisciplinary research projects funded by the British Heart Foundation and other bodies. Throughout my career, I’ve developed a strong foundation in data analysis (statistical modelling, experimental design), scientific writing, and presentation of complex data to diverse audiences — including international collaborators and funding stakeholders. I have authored and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications and have extensive experience supporting academic writing, research synthesis, and grant development. Alongside my research career, I have recently upskilled in software development through an industry-led bootcamp focused on JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, and SQL. This technical training has strengthened my ability to work across both scientific and computational domains, especially in data-heavy or interdisciplinary projects. I offer freelance services including: ■ Data analysis and visualisation (biological, nutritional, medical datasets) ■ Scientific and medical writing/editing (papers, theses, proposals) ■ Manuscript review and formatting for publication With a proven ability to deliver results under pressure, exceptional attention to detail, and a collaborative approach, I aim to provide high-quality, timely support to researchers, clinicians, and institutions.

Subject Matter Expertise

• ☆ Biostatistics
• ☆ Molecular Biology
• ☆ Biomarkers
• ☆ Genetics
• ☆ PCR
• ☆ DNA Sequencing
• ☆ Protein Sequencing
• ☆ RNA Synthesis
• ☆ RNA Sequencing
• ☆ Cell Biology
• ☆ Cell-Based Assays
• ☆ Cell Signaling Pathways
• ☆ Membrane Biology
• ☆ Gene Regulation
• ☆ Microscopy
• ☆ Cryosectioning
• ☆ Fluorescence Microscopy
• ☆ Data Analysis
• ☆ Image Processing
• ☆ Data Processing
• ☆ Data Exploration
• ☆ Data Visualization
• ☆ Data Collection
• ☆ Data Management
• ☆ Data Manipulation
• ☆ Nutrition Science
• ☆ Cell Culture
• ☆ Primary Cells
• ☆ Biomolecular Engineering
• ☆ Gene Editing/CRISPR
• ☆ Blotting
• ☆ Immunohistochemistry
• ☆ SPSS
• ☆ SQL
• ☆ Excel
• ☆ Java
• ☆ R
• ☆ Markup Languages
• ☆ In vitro Diagnostics
• ☆ Human Biology
• ☆ Endocrinology
• ☆ Cardiovascular Disease
• ☆ Public Health
• ☆ Metabolism & Metabolic Disease

Services

• Writing

Writing Medical Writing, Non-Medical Regulatory Writing, Technical Writing, Copywriting, General Proofreading & Editing

Work Experience

Postdoctoral Researcher

University of Oxford

January 2020 - June 2024

Education

PhD Molecular Biology

The University of Adelaide & The Univeristy of Nottingham

September 2015 - September 2019

Animal Science BSc Hons

The University of Nottingham

September 2012 - June 2015

Certifications

• Certification details not provided.

Publications

JOURNAL ARTICLE

Sally A. V. Draycott, Grace George, Matthew J. Elmes, Beverly S. Muhlhausler, Simon C. Langley-Evans(2020). The effect of maternal dietary fat content and n-6:n-3 ratio on offspring growth and hepatic gene expression in the rat . British Journal of Nutrition. 123. (11). p. 1227--1238. Cambridge University Press ({CUP})

Sally A. V. Draycott, Zoe Daniel, Raheela Khan, Beverly S. Muhlhausler, Matthew J. Elmes, Simon C. Langley-Evans(2020). Expression of cholesterol packaging and transport genes in human and rat placenta: impact of obesity and a high-fat diet . Journal of Developmental Origins of Health and Disease. p. 1--6. Cambridge University Press ({CUP})

(2019). Maternal dietary ratio of linoleic acid to alpha-linolenic acid during pregnancy has sex-specific effects on placental and fetal weights in the rat . Nutrition & Metabolism.

(2019). Exposure to maternal obesity during suckling outweighs in utero exposure in programming for post-weaning adiposity and insulin resistance in rats . Scientific Reports.