Nia Darroux-Allen

A self-motivated Anatomy and Human Biology graduate with a keen interest in clinical pathology, anatomical pathology and forensic science, seeking lab experience and technical skill development. I bring a blend of academic knowledge and transferable skills; my academic background has fostered a critical, meticulous mindset and provided a foundation in coding, dissection and practical skills, such as pipetting, DNA extraction, cell culturing, centrifuge, PCR, and gel electrophoresis. My background in hospitality, childcare and tutoring has enhanced my communication and teamwork abilities. Experience in hospitality has taught me to thrive in fast-paced, pressurising environments and take initiative, while childcare has developed my interpersonal skills, responsibility, and empathy. I excel at tackling challenges with creativity and resourcefulness and am committed to seeking out personal growth opportunities.

February 2024:

Enterprise in the Life Sciences Public Health Challenge, University of Liverpool

• Collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to address public health in the Liverpool city region
• Presented compelling digital pitches to an expert panel on health inequalities and improving access to healthcare
• Required an enterprising, problem-solving and creative mindset
• Evaluating the proposition by researching literature, public health reports and statistics

November 2023-present:

ARC Hospitality Agency, Liverpool

• Waiting on
• Catering assistant- preparing and serving hot food and drinks at football stadiums and pop-up stalls
• Bar work at pop-up stalls and events
• Showing enthusiasm, confidence and engaging with customers 
• Working in a fast-paced environment and as a team to deal with large amounts of customers, eg- retail catering at football stadiums

July 2022-September 2022:

Nursery Assistant- 110% of People

• Showing enthusiasm and creativity when playing and interacting with the children
• Having patience and sensitivity toward the young children
• Involved being responsible for children aged 1-3 years old, keeping them safe, stimulated, and nurtured

July-October 2021:

Catering Assistant- Thames Hospice Café, Connect Catering

• General cleaning duties
• Assisting the Chef if needed to prepare food for the patients and customers
• Serving Customers hot and cold food/drink
• Maintaining, excellent standards of food safety and health and safety.

June 2021:

Waitress- Bluegrass BBQ, Windsor

• Greeting customers as they arrive and showing them to their table
• Ensuring customers enjoy their experience and answering any questions
• Work in a fast-paced environment and interacting with different people

November 2019-March 2021:

Tutor- First Class Learning, Slough

• Tutored children aged 5-15 in Maths and English
• Used my GCSE knowledge to help and advise older children 
• Used organisational, dependability, and problem-solving skills to carry out my tasks effectively

November 2016- March 2017:

Library volunteer – Cippenham Library, Slough

• Reshelving books
• Aiding customers with their queries
• Decorating the library for events

July 2016, 2017, 2018:

Volunteer - Lighthouse Burnham

• Involved in caring, supervising, and entertaining a diverse group of children between the ages of six to nine years old
• Coordinating their activities.
• Working with others to manage and ensure their safety
• Attended training in safeguarding children, working with others, and child development before volunteering

While studying Anatomy and Human Biology at the University of Liverpool, I have undertaken laboratory-based modules which have involved using aseptic technique to culture cells onto agar plates, the use of light microscopes, DNA extraction, as well as performing PCR and gel electrophoresis.

I have done dissections of the thorax, abdomen, and pelvis, which have aided in my learning of anatomy and different dissection techniques as well as how to handle equipment, such as scalpels, safely. Performing solo dissection of the leg and foot required independence and organisation when planning the dissection process to ensure the display of many structures. Moreover, using donated cadavers has highlighted the importance of ethics and professionalism and truly respecting and appreciating those who give to science. 

Research and interpretational when completing my dissertation, including performing statistical analysis and visualising data, by using software such as Microsoft and R Studio. I have completed a range of solo and group projects, including writing reports and creating scientific posters, which have further developed my analytical skills and written communication; delivering oral presentations has enhanced my verbal communication skills.