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Zoe Bell

    • About Me:

      I’m a PhD student who has a passion for swimming and is always booking their next travel adventure.

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      I love travelling and I’m always looking for my next adventure. I often solo travel and have been all over the world. Last year I visited Austria, Spain, Bali & Switzerland. I’ve already had a trip to Spain this year and hope to travel through 7 countries in Central America in October when I complete my PhD.

      I have a tradition where I to go to a New Country every year for New Years Eve – I’ve done this for the last 7 years!

      If I’m not spending my spare time exploring new countries then you’ll usually find me near water. I love swimming & swimming coaching both in the pool and outdoors. The North Sea is my favourite outdoor swim spot – I even dip on Christmas Day!

      I scuba dive when I can too but I usually do that in warmer waters on my travels.

       

       

       

       

    • My pronouns are:

      she/her

    • My Work:

      I’m a PhD student at Teesside University based at the National Horizons Centre in Darlington. I’m studying to be a Dr of Microbiology.

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      My research interest is making new antibiotics from natural products. Antibiotics would be given to you by a doctor if you have a bacterial infection. Bacteria are very clever and can adapt to become immune to medicines. It is important to make new antibiotics so that there is always a medicine able to stop bacteria making you sick.

       

      I also have a few part-time jobs at University:

      1. Special Lecturer – I teach laboratory classes to students on Masters & Bachelors science courses.
      2. Research Technician – I look after the labs and equipment in the National Horizons Centre helping the researchers with their work.
      3. Warden – I am on call overnight to students living in student accommodation to help them with first aid or to listen to any worries they may have while living away from home.

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    • Education:

      I attended first & middle school in Ashington, Northumberland before going to Cramlington Learning Village, Northumberland for high school where I took my GCSE’s.

      I then went to Newcastle College to complete my A-Levels.

      After College I went to Huddersfield University, West Yorkshire. Here I did a Foundation Year and then went on to start a Masters in Pharmacy degree. After a couple of years studying I realised I preferred the science of making new medicines more than learning how to fill prescriptions and so I transferred onto a Masters in Pharmaceutical Chemistry.

      I’m currently studying for a PhD in Microbiology at Teesside University, based at the National Horizons Centre in Darlington. When I graduate, I will be Dr Zoë.

    • Qualifications:

      I have 11 GCSE’s in total: English Language, English Literature, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Business, Geography, Humanities, Applied French, Spanish.

      I did an AS level in maths and A Levels in Chemistry, Biology & Geography. I also completed an Extended Project. You’ll be shocked at my A-Level results – I really didn’t do very well but that didn’t limit my opportunities, ask me!

      I graduated University with a Masters in Pharmaceutical Chemistry.

      While studying at Teesside University, I have also passed a teaching qualification, an  ‘AFHEA’ , which means I’m able to teach/ lecture other University students on Bachelor’s or Master’s Degrees.

    • Work History:

      I’ve had a lot of different jobs and even now work at more than one!

      My first job at age 16, was as a lifeguard/swimming teacher. I did this for many years at different sports centres alongside my studies. I still teach/coach swimming now as part of a Lifeguard & Swimming Club.

      I have 4 different job roles at the moment. Three of them are science based.

       

    • Current Job:

      PhD student / Special Lecturer / Research Technician

    • Employer:

      Teesside University

    • My Interview

      • How would you describe yourself in 3 words?

        Travelling Scientist Swimmer

        What did you want to be after you left school?

        Pharmacist

        If you weren't doing this job, what would you choose instead?

        Para-Swimming Coach

        Who is your favourite singer or band?

        I don't really have a favourite, I listen to all different types of music.

        What's your favourite food?

        Pasta - any kind!

        Tell us a joke.

        Why did the scientist take out their doorbell? ... Because they wanted to win the no-bell prize

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