Ruqaiyah M.

Ruqaiyah Maimoon
94 Shenley Avenue, Ruislip, Middlesex, HA4 6BY
Tel: 01895 621099 Mobile: 0758 151 4087
Email: ruqaiyah.maimoon@gmail.com
Education

Brunel University, Biomedical Sciences BSc (Hons) 2013-2016
Year 2: Presently studying a range of modules including Principles of Human disease, Medical Microbiology, Genetic Engineering and Immunology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Analytical Biochemistry and Professional Skills
Year 1: Biochemical Analysis (A+) Molecular Analysis (A+) Microscopy (B+) Research and Communication Skills (A+) Biomedical Science Examinations (A) Synoptic Exam (B)

Haydon Academy Sixth Form, A-Levels 2013
Biology (A) Chemistry (A) Maths (B)

Haydon Academy, GCSEs 2011
Biology, Chemistry, English, English Literature, French, Italian, RS (A*)
Mathematics, Physics, Classical Civilization (A)
Certificate in Digital Applications (DIDA) (Merit and Distinction)

Professional Experience

Community Saturday School, Northolt 2010-Present
â?¢ Teaching Arabic reading and writing, to children aged 5-8 in a safe and funlearning environment.
â?¢ Equipped me with invaluable skills including patience, team-work and as well as enhancing my decision making skills
â?¢ Increased my capability of managing stressful situations and simultaneously handling a great deal of responsibility.

Peter & Joan, Lewisham 2013-2014
â?¢ Worked as a sales assistant, helping customers with their requests by phone and in person, In charge of ordering and stocking new goods
â?¢ Met the highest standards with regard to customer service through my etiquette and proficiency.
â?¢ Helped launch the company in social media, significantly increasing my commercial awareness.

Grace Hospital, Surat, India August 2012
â?¢ Shadowed the senior doctor at Grace hospital, learning the importance of observation and communication.
â?¢ Able to converse effectively with healthcare specialists and patients alike, furthering my self-confidence.
â?¢ Permitted to watch a number of fascinating operations, which made for the most incredible learning experience.

Voluntary work

â?¢ Volunteered at Mt Vernon Hospital as a ward assistant, making refreshments, running errands, conversing with patients and helping the medical professionals in the smooth running of the floor.
â?¢ Worked as part of a team for several local fundraising events, baking cupcakes, decorating tables, collecting donations and handling transactions.
â?¢ Tutored a handful of primary school children in English, Maths and Science in order to supplement their classroom learning
â?¢ Volunteered in after-school Science club, increasing teenagersâ?? interest in the applications of chemistry, biology and physics.

Laboratory Skills

â?¢ Microscopy used to identify gross anatomical specimens and different species of bacteria
â?¢ Polymerase Chain Reaction and Gel Electrophoresis with specific regard to disease diagnosis
â?¢ Spectrophotometry in molecular and biochemical analyses
â?¢ ELISA, Immunoassays and Haemocytometer with respect to serology and immunology
â?¢ Microbiological techniques including bacterial cultures and infection identification

Scientific Projects

â?¢ Created a number of informational presentations including a professional poster based on the apoptotic pathway model and a prezi production on the physicality of molecules, both of which, were presented to academics and peers and received excellent, positive feedback
â?¢ Successfully completed a medical case study, diagnosing a hypothetical patient after determining the genetic causes using BLAST analysis and making an accurate prognosis and treatment plan based on my evaluation of the clinical signs and symptoms.
â?¢ Created a video in a team for a worldwide competition based on â??Life on Marsâ??, researching the fundamental sciences of a potential biosphere in which humans could live. After considerable pooling of ideas and extensive research we were chosen to advance to the semi finals.

Interests and Hobbies

â?¢ Travel Photography and post-processing in Lightroom
â?¢ Reading (Books, Scientific Journals including Nature, Online Blogs); Active member of a book club
â?¢ Cycling, Swimming and Badminton

References Available upon Request