Poornima Geemon

Experience

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  Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan

  Jan 2017 - Sept 2017

  Student Volunteer

  Bharatiya Vidhya Bhavan is an Indian cultural institution whereby people learn cultural music, dance andlanguages.● Organized activities for adults and children● Provided information to parents regarding any issues or upcoming events● Took payments from parents for lessons● Maintained confidentiality of all service users● Took initiative to teach in the absence of any teachers

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  Manchester United

  Sept 2018 - Sept 2021

  Retail Assistant

  ● Accurate cash handling and ensured re-stocking was done accurately● Was able to communicate with the team effectively to ensure all instructions were well-understood and liaised with other members to ensure any problems are resolved● Sought opportunities to up-sell other merchandise and assisted customers on selecting products

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  Royal Mail

  Dec 2018 - Jan 2019

  Christmas assistant

  Organised letters and parcels according to postcodeEnsured any special requirements were metWorked under pressure due to large numbers of parcels and letters being sent inCan work under a time-limit

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  Mancunian newspaper

  Feb 2019 - Feb 2021

  Writer and editor

  ● Wrote articles for The Mancunian Newspaper● Peer reviewed other articles looking out for spelling, grammar and punctuation mistakes● Took initiative to interview people● Utilized Spotlight Studios to write professionally● Performed research and ensured that all information is accurate● Applied understanding of social media to create attention-grabbing stories

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  Bombay to Mumbai Indian restaurant

  Aug 2019 - Dec 2019

  Food Server

  ● Greeted guests in a pleasant manner● Effectively communicated with other members of staff regarding allergies and special requirements ● Delivered outstanding customer service by greeting and serving customers in a friendly manner and routinely checked up on guests to ensure they are satisfied with each food and beverages● Ensured work area was clear by removing any hazards that can cause harm to customers and co-workers● Supported other areas of the restaurant in setting up tables, clearing up and cleaning utensils● Helped resolve any issues by listening and communicating to the managers● Calculated bills and took payments● Took initiative to show guests to tables and toilets● Answered questions regarding menu Show less

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  Next

  Dec 2019 - Jan 2020

  Retail Assistant

  ● Greeted all customers in a pleasant manner● Ensured all areas are kept clean and organised● Completed all tasks that were set● Kept a good eye to ensure I was doing what was most appropriate during busy hours● Cash handling● Quickly learnt about the store to ensure I could help all customers when needed● Completed all the required staff trainings

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  The University of Manchester

  Sept 2020 - Aug 2021

  •Involved in a PhD study regarding the effect of parvalbumin interneurons on schizophrenic and Alzheimer brains.•Learned numerous techniques such as immunohistochemistry, RNA and DNA extraction from tissue, Bradford assays, and the use of Coefficient of Variance.•Was able to follow written protocols for the techniques.•Dissected rat brains and centrifuged them to analyse protein content.•Used CaseViewer to quantify neuron staining.•Analysed rat behaviour to determine whether they are healthy or cognitively impaired, through novel object recognition tests.•Used problem-solving skills to modify the protocol when there were issues with the results.•Peer-reviewed data obtained by colleagues to ensure reliable results were being produced. Show less •Facilitated learning of first-year students through weekly online sessions•Listened and represented student voice to senior members•Used various online platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Mentimeter, and Kahoot, to keep students engaged during the sessions•Created various learning resources for students to use as revision and exam help material•Organised numerous games nights for students to socialise – a factor which was quite difficult due to the COVID-19 pandemic•Encouraged and acted as a role model for students Show less

  • Summer Experience Intern

    Jun 2021 - Aug 2021

  • Peer-Assisted Student Support (PASS) leader

    Sept 2020 - Jun 2021

  • Student Partnership Programme

    Sept 2020 - Apr 2021
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  The T

  Feb 2021 - Mar 2021

  Interviewer
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  Hollister Co.

  Sept 2021 - Jun 2022

  Brand Representative
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  The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

  Jun 2022 - Nov 2023

  Clinical trials coordinator
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  The University of Manchester

  Oct 2023 - now

  PHD Student