Jasper N.
PHD Researcher at University of Plymouth- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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French Limited working proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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Assistant Dinghy Instructor & level 2 Dinghy & Power Boat
Royal Yachting Association -
Clean UK Drivers Licence
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency -
Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award
The Scout Association -
ECDL level 2 IT skills
European Computer Driving Licence Foundation
Experience
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University of Plymouth
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United Kingdom
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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PHD Researcher
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Oct 2017 - Present
Research interests:Peatlands. Methane recycling in naturally wet conditions and re-wetted mire systems.Biogeochemistry. Application of novel techniques in chromatography and spectroscopy to paleoclimatology.Land management. Current and future technologies impact on soil degradation and repair through reduced tillage, mob grazing and novel nutrient sourcing.Carbon sequestration. Soils and peat and the human impacts of agriculture on the storage of atmospheric carbon.Bacterial methane exchange. How we can recover natural processes and use bioengineering on a global scale to reduce emissions.
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RNLI
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Beach Lifeguard
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Jun 2015 - Oct 2016
• Participated in a very effective team that saves 56 lives each year in Cornwall alone• Assessed hazards as they developed to dynamically minimise risks• Communicated risks and advised the public on safe practices in and out of the water• Monitored critical incidents carefully and responsibly to ensure they were managed to the high possible standard• Responded to emergencies and worked under pressure in regular partnership with the other emergency services• Developed working relationships and leadership skills through guiding volunteers and colleagues to achieve their potential• Organised fitness, first aid and water skills training to improve and motivate my team• Ensured the highly respected public image of the RNLI was upheld
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University of Bristol
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United Kingdom
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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MSci Chemistry with Industrial Experience
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Sep 2011 - Jun 2015
MSci Chemistry with Industrial Experience │Upper second-class honoursElectives were Inorganic, Materials, Organic and Biological Chemistry• Consistent first-class written technical communication with 72% in my Master’s thesis• Excellent verbal communication through presentations to large audiences of 300+• Adhered to strict protocols and instructions throughout practical laboratory work• Added to discussion of ideas and concepts whilst gleaning knowledge from others• Ensured all work is high quality and publishable to meet the research group standards• Managed my time and prioritised effectively to meet regular overlapping deadlines• Analysed and interpreted data whilst critically evaluating sources• Gained a wide ranging laboratory skill set in sample collection, wet chemistry and spectroscopic techniquesDuring my final year Masters project I worked with the Manners group at the University of Bristol in the area of Polymer and Materials Chemistry.
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Schlumberger
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United States
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Oil and Gas
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700 & Above Employee
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Oilfield Services Intern
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Aug 2013 - Aug 2014
• Planned and implemented my choice of experimental methodologies• Researched within a self-directed project with minimal supervision• Developed an ever improving bench top tool to conduct experiments bridging science and engineering disciplines• Overcame experimental problems through adaptation of apparatus• Analysed date and performed complex calculations using Macros within Excel • Prioritised experimental time to maximise potential for business gain• Complied with very high health and safety and general laboratory standards• Conducted literature reviews and presented updates for clients with attention to detail• Collaborated with multiple departments and international colleagues • Produced internally published scientific reports viewed worldwide by teams of scientists and engineers
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Polurrian on the Lizard
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Waiting staff
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Jul 2012 - Aug 2012
This role involved waiting on tables, serving customers and bar work, as well as various cleaning tasks and food preparation. Team work, time management and prioritisation were crucial to providing a great service to customers. This role involved waiting on tables, serving customers and bar work, as well as various cleaning tasks and food preparation. Team work, time management and prioritisation were crucial to providing a great service to customers.
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Waiting Staff
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Jun 2011 - Sep 2011
I returned to the Helzephron Inn over the summer before starting University as part of the front of house team. I returned to the Helzephron Inn over the summer before starting University as part of the front of house team.
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Air-conditioning installation assistant
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Feb 2011 - Mar 2011
Assistant to an electrician specialising in installation of air-conditioning for a month whilst travelling in Australia. This work was physically demanding over long days in a hot climate. Assistant to an electrician specialising in installation of air-conditioning for a month whilst travelling in Australia. This work was physically demanding over long days in a hot climate.
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Waiting Staff
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Aug 2010 - Dec 2010
Waiting, bar work, cleaning and preparing bedrooms within a family run Inn. This small business relied on the good manners and the friendliness of the front of house team. Waiting, bar work, cleaning and preparing bedrooms within a family run Inn. This small business relied on the good manners and the friendliness of the front of house team.
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Self Employed Gardener
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Jan 2008 - Aug 2010
I worked for myself completing a range of tasks from lawn mowing to hedge trimming for customers who I had advertised for locally. I worked for myself completing a range of tasks from lawn mowing to hedge trimming for customers who I had advertised for locally.
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Education
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2011 - 2015
University of Bristol
MSci Chemistry with Industrial Experience, Chemistry -
2008 - 2010
Truro & Penwith College
A level, Maths, Physics & Chemistry
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