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Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA)

University of Glasgow

Teaching Assistant in student labs, and tutorials.

Student Researcher

FRAUNHOFER UK RESEARCH LIMITED

Student researcher in the Quantum Technologies division of Fraunhofer Centre for Applied Photonics. Working on cold atom systems for precision sensing applications.

Academic Undergraduate Mentor

Institute of Physics (IOP)

Mentor for Year 12 students in the Improving Gender Balance (IGB) research trial of the Institute of Physics. Supporting the development of young and underrepresented people in their physics academic path.

• Mentored female students to develop knowledge and confidence to aid them in completing their A‑levels.
• Developed a professional relationship with the mentee.

Summer Research Intern

Scottish Centre for the Application of Plasma‑based Accelerators (SCAPA)

Worked with a research team studying Laser‑Wakefield Acceleration to generate high acceleration gradients by harnessing the power of a 350 TW ultra‑short laser.

• Used target characterisation techniques to measure the density profile of a gas nozzle using wavefront sensors.
• Performed a Particle in Cell (PIC) simulation in EPOCH to analyse the laser‑wakefield behaviour.

Vice-President

Glasgow Optical Society

We organise networking, and outreach events for students and academics in the field of optics and photonics at the University of Glasgow

• Scottish Conference in Optical Technologies (2024)

President of the Strathclyde Physics Society

Strathclyde Students’ Union

Lead a group of outstanding volunteers to engage Strathclyde students interested in Physics in an environment of inclusion and joined responsibility.

• Planned a series of academic talks in liaison with the Strathclyde Physics department to showcase the latest research being done in the university.
• Organised a plethora of social events, including trips, programming workshops, Q&As with students and Physics News Articles on social media.

STEM Researcher Role Models

STEM Equals - Glasgow Life

Participated in the STEM Equals See Yourself in Stem impact project focused on creating more inclusive STEM communities for women and LGBTQ+ people in both academia and industry.

• Organised several talks with S1 students at Smithycroft Secondary School focused on Climate Change, Meteorology, Environmental Protection and Recycling.

MPhys Physics with Specialisation in Quantum Optics

University of Strathclyde

Physics with Specialisation in Quantum Optics

• Research Skills
• Advanced Topics in: Quantum Optics, Quantum Information, and Laser‑Plasma Physics
• Topics in: Quantum Optics; Atomic, Molecular And Nuclear Physics; Theoretical Physics; Photonics; Nanoscience, and Solid State Physics

Theoretical Modelling of Magneto‑Optical Traps

Wrote a numerical model in Python to predict the number of atoms trapped in a standard 87 Rb MOT. Performed multi‑variable optimisation to find trap parameters and increase efficiency. Expanded on the theoretical understanding of Grating Magneto‑Optical Traps to further develop an accurate model.

• Technical Skills: Python (Matplotlib, NumPy, SciPy, SymPy), Jupyter Notebook, Git, LaTeX typesetting.
• Soft Skills: Time Management, Presentation skills, Report writing.

Magneto‑Optical Trap Modelling

Analysed the behaviour of a standard 6‑beam MOT taking a numerical approach from first principles. Established physical relationships between trap parameters in order to optimise for a large number of atoms. Studied modern approaches to achieve miniaturisation for use of cold atomic clouds in a range of applications, such as the Pyramid MOT (PMOT) and the Grating MOT (GMOT) developed at Strathclyde.

• Technical Skills: Python (Matplotlib, NumPy, SciPy, SymPy), LaTeX typesetting.
• Soft Skills: Critical Thinking, Time Management, Presentation skills, Report writing.