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Amy Locks

Amy Locks

Analytical Chemistry Undergraduate

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    PhD Candidate at UCL

  • Education

    • The King Edward VI High School

      2012 - 2017
      A Levels - A* Maths, A* Chemistry, A Music, A* EPQ. GCSEs - 9A*s and 3As

      Activities and Societies: Orchestra, Choir, Chamber Choir, Ceilidh Band, Field Hockey Positions of responsibility:- Leader in school orchestra- Lead alto in school choir- Lead alto in chamber choir

    • University of Birmingham

      2017 - 2021
      MSci Chemistry with Industrial Experience Upper Second-Class Honours

      Activities and Societies: ChemSoc, Symphony Orchestra, Proms Orchestra, Windsurfing Positions of responsibility:- ChemSoc Social Media and Marketing Representative (2020-2021)- School of Chemistry Student Ambassador (2017-2018)- GCSE Chemistry Tutor (2017-2018)- Buddy a Granny (2017-2018)

    • UCL

      2021 - 2025
      Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Pharmaceutical Sciences

      - Project title: "3D Printing for Enzyme-Controlled Drug Delivery"- Funded by the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Transformative Pharmaceutical Technologies, based in the UCL School of Pharmacy and the UCL Department of Chemistry. - 4 year programme including academic and industry training projects in the first 6 months, followed by the PhD project.

  • Experience

    • Pfizer

      Sept 2019 - Aug 2020
      Analytical Chemistry Undergraduate

      - Carried out a predictive degradation modeling project aimed at evaluating drug load and its impact on excipient compatibility in binary blends and multicomposite blends for a lung cancer tablet formulation.- Successfully replicated the approach for a different Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) in later stages of the placement.- Applied Design of Experiments (DOE) techniques to optimise experimental design and enhance research efficiency.- Demonstrated proficiency in High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Mass Spectrometry, Empower Chromatography Software, and JMP Statistical Software to analyse and interpret data. Show less

    • STEM Ambassadors

      Sept 2019 - Aug 2021
      STEM Ambassador

      - Directed “My Skills My Life” sessions to A Level students at all-girls schools to empower young women by providing them with role models and insights into various career paths within STEM fields.- Organised and facilitated a "medicine and me" day for primary school students, utilising interactive teaching methods to explain the inner workings of pharmaceutical industries.- Took part in the UKSEDS Space Jobs Challenge by responding to 100 student letters- Developed and conducted a polymer experiment with infrared (IR) analysis, catering to the learning needs of students across different age groups. - Collaborated with Pfizer to create an engaging and informative lab tour for school children.- Supervised and demonstrated practical techniques to secondary school students from the UK and Europe in the final stage of the Royal Society of Chemistry Top of the Bench Competition. Show less

    • UCL

      Sept 2021 - now

      School of Pharmacy modules taught:- PHAY0002: Chemistry of Medicines- PHAY0004: Making Safe and Effective Medicines- PHAY0006: Medicines from the Bench to the ClinicDepartment of Chemistry modules taught:- CHEM0005: Chemistry Foundations- CHEM0006: Chemical Skills- CHEM0008: Basic Organic Chemistry- CHEM0009: Basic Physical Chemistry- CHEM0016: Organic Chemistry- CHEM0019: Physical ChemistrySchool of Management modules taught:- MSIN0044: Business for Bioscience Show less

      • Postgraduate Teaching Assistant

        Oct 2022 - now

      • PhD Candidate in Transformative Pharmaceutical Technologies

        Sept 2021 - now

    • Meningitis Research Foundation

      Sept 2021 - Aug 2023
      Fundraiser

      - Successfully raised approximately £45,000 for the Meningitis Research Foundation through fundraising initiatives.- Challenge Leader for incentivised challenging fundraising student trips to Kilimanjaro and the Colombia Lost City.- Main point of contact for challenge participants, responsible for organising and coordinating student group fundraising efforts.- Recognised for contributions and dedication, nominated for the challenge participant of the year award in 2021.- Invited as the guest Challenge Leader speaker at the Meningitis Research Foundation Challenge Leader training in 2023 in addition to the ChooseaChallenge Challenge Leader training in 2023, sharing insights and expertise with fellow leaders. Show less

    • AstraZeneca

      Jan 2022 - Apr 2022
      Visiting Researcher

      Conducted research focusing on the investigation of formulation design's influence on release mechanisms of amorphous solid dispersions.

    • Amy Locks PT

      Aug 2022 - now
      Certified Personal Trainer

      Supporting >20 clients reach health and fitness goals with tailored workouts, nutrition, progress tracking and regular check-ins

    • 3DSynthesis

      May 2023 - now
      Software Developer

      - Actively involved in advancing technological innovation at 3DSynthesis to provide training on techniques such as HPLC, utilising skills in Virtual Reality, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), particularly Autodesk Tinkercad, Fusion 360 and Unreal Engine.- Outreach to undergraduates, schools and at conferences and exhibits to demonstrate the technology.- Contributions have been recognised at an international level, such as representing the UK at the OECD ministerial meeting in Paris, 2023, and being featured in Meta Connect 2023.- Natural journal have published a spotlight article about the accomplishments. - Currently, the London Science Museum is discussing featuring the work in an exhibition. - Liaised with high-profile external interest, such as Financial Times, AstraZeneca, NHS, Red Hat, Alzheimer UK, HEE in addition to those mentioned above. Show less

    • SCI® Where Science Meets Business

      Sept 2023 - Mar 2024
      Bright SCIdea Finalist

      - Bright SCIdea Poster Winner 2024- The Bright SCIdea Challenge provides support to develop an innovative science-based idea into a business plan and to compete for a £5,000 prize- Our idea focused on an Extended Reality (XR) platform with AI co-pilot providing holistic support for expectant parents navigating pregnancy and early parenthood

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Associate Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry

      Royal Society of Chemistry
      Mar 2024

    • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB)

      Lean Six Sigma Institute
      Jan 2020

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Amy Locks
      The Personal Skills Award (Advanced) University of Birmingham May 2021 The Personal Skills Award (PSA) is the University of Birmingham's optional employability programme, designed to develop professional skills and attributes in preparation for graduate employment. I completed the programme by undertaking a variety of developmental activities, including working as a Student Ambassador, being a member of a committee (ChemSoc Social Media and Marketing Representative) and tutoring GCSE chemsitry students. At the end of the award I undertook an assessment in order to… Show more The Personal Skills Award (PSA) is the University of Birmingham's optional employability programme, designed to develop professional skills and attributes in preparation for graduate employment. I completed the programme by undertaking a variety of developmental activities, including working as a Student Ambassador, being a member of a committee (ChemSoc Social Media and Marketing Representative) and tutoring GCSE chemsitry students. At the end of the award I undertook an assessment in order to demonstrate exceptional commitment in developing skills and fostering professional practice. Show less
    • Awarded to Amy Locks
      Morpeth Music Society Scholarship - Jun 2016 Received the Morpeth Music Society Scholarship in recognition of a musical recital showcasing proficiency in playing the violin, piano (both high merit Grade 8), and the Northumbrian bagpipes. This was to support and enhance further musical pursuits, including funding for overseas music tours, such as to New York.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Social Media and Marketing Representative

      Issued by University of Birmingham on Sept 2020
      University of BirminghamAssociated with Amy Locks

    • Secretary

      Issued by Toastmasters International on Nov 2019
      Toastmasters InternationalAssociated with Amy Locks