MSc Astrophysics
I recently completed an internship at FinTech start-up Actelligent. I was a data analyst, specifically I worked on gathering information from text using Natural Language Processing. I vastly improved my knowledge of Python and I am comfortable with many Python packages and modules. I also learnt about Machine Learning and AI and how they help in analysing data. I showed initiative by starting side-projects while working here. I gained a lot of knowledge and experience from this internship, however I am looking for a career more in line with my degree of astronomy.
I tutor A-level maths and physics as a part-time job on the side. I have multiple students and I design lessons based around their needs and find a way to communicate complex scientific ideas to them in a simple way. Science communication is something I am interested in and tutoring in Physics has helped me hone the skills needed for this career path
I have been teaching English as a second language for the past 7 years as a summer and part-time job. This has given me very strong communication and presentation skills and I have developed good teamwork and leadership traits as well. I am currently a volunteer tutor with Glasgow ESOL forum, teaching English to non-native English speakers online once a week. I enjoy teaching and sharing knowledge to others as I find it very rewarding.
I have experience in dealing with the public through customer service roles at Barnardo’s and Pittordrie Football Club. During my time in the latter I was promoted to Kiosk Manager where it was my responsibility to supervise, train others, and to handle the money at the end of the shift. In both jobs I improved my people skills and I was engaging and attentive to members of the public.