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Honor Edwards

@honoredwards

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Aspiring chemist with strong research and analytical skills.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that foster innovation and sustainability in chemistry, where I can apply my research skills and contribute to impactful projects.

I am currently pursuing an MSc in Chemistry at Imperial College London, where I have developed a solid foundation in various analytical techniques and software proficiency. My academic journey has been marked by a commitment to excellence, as evidenced by my First Class Honours and a strong performance in A Levels. I am passionate about sustainable chemistry and have actively engaged in projects that focus on innovative solutions for real-world problems.

My research experience includes formulating stable porous liquid suspensions and conducting product stability studies. I have independently developed a Python-based GUI for gas uptake analysis, showcasing my ability to merge chemistry with technology. Additionally, I have led projects that emphasize sustainability, such as collaborating with Notpla to create alginate-based packaging. My involvement in various teams, including the KSP Engine team, has honed my skills in design and project coordination.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Engine Team and Operations

Current

KSP

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 6 months)

Designed IPA cooling channels for a bipropellant rocket engine using SolidWorks. Improved project coordination and workflow efficiency across sub-teams.

Solidworks Rocket Engine Design Project Coordination Team Collaboration

Current

Restaurant Waiting Staff

Current

The Orangery Teahouse

Jul 2022 - Present (3 years)

Worked efficiently in a high-pressure service environment. Trained new staff in the role.

Customer Service Staff Training Product Knowledge Teamwork Pressured Environment

MSc Research Project

Imperial College London

Jan 2024 - Jan 2025 (1 year)

Formulated stable porous liquid suspensions and solutions, applying systematic material selection. Developed a novel real-time method to monitor gas uptake kinetics using a repurposed kit.

material selection Viscosity Measurement Gas Uptake Analysis Python

Composite Team

Imperial Eco-Marathon

Oct 2024 - Dec 2024 (2 months)

Performed resin infusion and carbon fibre layup. Assisted with structural design.

Carbon Fibre Layup Teamwork

Hall Senior

Imperial College London

Oct 2022 - Jul 2023 (9 months)

Organised weekly events for up to 100 students. Provided student wellbeing and pastoral support.

Budget Management Pastoral Care Community Building

Chemistry Club

St Teresa's School

Sep 2019 - Jul 2021 (1 year 10 months)

Designed and led weekly practical chemistry sessions for GCSE students. Communicated advanced scientific concepts in an engaging and accessible format.

Science Communication Curriculum Development Student Engagement

Undergraduate Projects

Notpla

Jan 2021 - Jan 2024 (3 years)

Led a sustainable formulation project with Notpla to develop alginate-based packaging via encapsulation. Designed and 3-D printed a portable optical spectrometer.

Sustainable Formulation Alginate Encapsulation 3D Printing Product Design

Front of House Assistant

Daytona Motorsport

Jun 2021 - Mar 2023 (1 year 9 months)

Managed bookings, enquiries, and events logistics. Provided catering services for groups and private events.

Event Planning

Weekend Sales Assistant

Garsons Farm

Feb 2020 - Nov 2020 (9 months)

Maintained displays, stock taking, and till operation. Trained new staff.

Display Maintenance Stock Taking Till Operation Staff Training Retail Sales

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Imperial College London

Master of Science, Chemistry

Grade: First Class Honours

Pursued a Master of Science in Chemistry, focusing on modules such as Soft Condensed Matter, Lyotropics, Materials Chemistry, and Sustainable Chemistry. Gained proficiency in various analytical techniques including IR, NMR, DOSY, XRD, DLS, UV-Vis, DSC, TGA, Viscometry, and Karl Fischer titration, alongside software like Python, Excel, Word, Solidworks, and Fusion 360.

St Teresa’s School, Effingham

Secondary Education, Science

Grade: A* (A Levels), Five 9s (GCSEs)

Activities and societies: Designed and led weekly practical chemistry sessions for GCSE students as part of the Chemistry Club.

Completed A Levels in Chemistry (A*), Biology (A*), Mathematics (A*), and EPQ (A). Achieved strong results in GCSEs, including five grade 9s, four grade 8s, and one grade 5.