1. Tim Henderson
10 Ashmore Drive, Gnosall,
Stafford, ST20 0RP
Mobile: 07812186725 Email: timhenderson879@gmail.com
Education
2012-2016 The University of Leeds
BSc and Integrated Masters in Chemistry. 1st class (Hons).
2005-2012 Adams’ Grammar School, Shropshire
3 A Levels: Chemistry (A), Maths (A), Physics (B)
11 GCSEs grade A* - B
Skills Profile
Scientific Background
 4 years were spent completing an Integrated Masters degree in Chemistry from the
University of Leeds, including the final year spent researching phosphorous oxidation
and coupling reactions in silica hydrogels in a bid to further understand the origins of
life. A paper is currently being drafted for submission to the journal Life.
 Experience of writing COSHH and risk assessments, as well as writing detailed post-
experiment lab reports.
 Practical experience with NMR, FT-IR, GC, UV/Vis, HPLC and DLS.
Team Working
 I have played field hockey for 9 years, during which time I have represented school,
club and university. I have also captained smaller teams, such as in Inter-Halls
tournaments at university, and Inter-House tournaments at school.
 As a part of my degree, I was often required to perform tasks, such as presentations
or laboratory experiments, in groups.
 Teamwork was a key part of working for the British Heart Foundation. Often, when
re-arranging the shop floor, heavy items of furniture needed to be moved around,
and everyone had to work together to avoid any injuries.
Leadership
 After being a member of the army cadets at school for 6 years, I had reached the
rank of sergeant. During that time, I took many opportunities to lead groups of
younger cadets on challenging missions. As their leader, I had to be responsible for
their well-being as well as making sure that the task was completed in good time.
 In my final year of school, I was the prefect of a class of Year 10 students. I was a
person to turn to if they had any problems that they needed sorting out and by
extension, I was a role model to them.

2. Communication
 There have been many opportunities to give presentations during my time at
university. Often this has been in the form of a group presentation, but regular 1-on-
1 meetings with my project tutor have also allowed me to present my research
findings on my own.
 Additionally, the cadet force at school allowed the more experienced students to
give lessons to younger cadets. Some of the lessons that I have given include: drill,
map reading and safe weapons handling, all of which are essential skills that every
cadet must master in order to keep themselves and others safe when on exercise.
 Volunteering with Oxfamas a marshal at the Great Manchester Cycle in 2014
involved being able to think on my feet and react quickly and helpfully to any
problems that the visitors had.
Computer Skills
 GCSE (Grade A) in ICT
 Practical experience with Microsoft Office, Maple 18, Origin Pro 32, MestReNova,
ChemDraw, Internet and Email.
Employment Summary
June 2014 – September 2014, June 2015 – September 2015
A total of 6 months spent volunteering in a British Heart Foundation Furniture and Electrical
Store in Stafford involving:
 Dealing with collection and delivery bookings
 Answering the phone
 Function testing donated electrical products
 Helping customers out on the shop floor
October 2011, June 2015 – September 2015
Work experience in Staffordshire County Council Scientific Services involving:
 Analysing blood alcohol levels in samples taken from possible drunk drivers
 Identifying allergens within various consumer products, e.g. PPD in hair dye
 Investigating the ingredients of a number of synthetic cannabinoids seized by
Trading Standards
 Constructing large batches of NOx tubes for countrywide distribution
July 2010
1 week work experience with a local pharmacy involving:
 Dispensing prescribed medicines to patients
 Working the tills and dealing with customer requests
Referees
Dr Terry Kee, Research Project Tutor, Michelle Evans, Lab Manager,
School of Chemistry, University of Leeds, 14 Martin Street, Stafford, Staffs,
LS2 9JT ST16 2LG
T.P.Kee@leeds.ac.uk michelle2.evans@staffordshire.gov.uk
0113 3436421 01785 277825