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Paul Slade

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Experienced policy advisor and science educator with a strong research background.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to leverage my scientific expertise and policy experience, fostering collaboration and innovation in educational or governmental settings.

I am Dr. James Paul Slade, a dedicated policy advisor and educator with extensive experience in both the academic and governmental sectors. My journey began with a PhD in Molecular Biology, where I honed my research skills and contributed to four peer-reviewed publications. My post-doctoral work involved pioneering high throughput DNA sequencing techniques, showcasing my ability to innovate and lead in scientific research.

Transitioning into education, I have taught science across various institutions, developing curricula that cater to diverse learning needs. As a Science Coordinator, I implemented a new framework for KS3, ensuring high-quality delivery and effective assessment strategies. My role at the Ministry of Justice further exemplifies my leadership capabilities, where I successfully coordinated the development of a user-friendly criminal record disclosure calculator, collaborating with multiple stakeholders to achieve our goals.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Policy Advisor

Ministry of Justice

Jan 2021 - Jan 2025 (4 years)

Led the development and implementation of the criminal record disclosure calculator on the gov.uk website, collaborating with design and testing teams. Engaged with stakeholders to ensure the tool's effectiveness and user-friendliness, resulting in positive feedback upon release.

Stakeholder Engagement Project Management User Experience Design Data Analysis Team Collaboration Communication MS Office Problem Solving Accessibility Standards

Teacher of Science

Lawnswood School

Jan 2015 - Jan 2021 (6 years)

Taught Science to students of varying abilities, developed lesson plans, and provided feedback to foster student development. Implemented new curriculum frameworks and managed non-teaching staff to enhance classroom support.

Curriculum Development Lesson planning Classroom Management Team Leadership Communication Mixed Ability Teaching

Teacher of Science

Protocol Education

Apr 2014 - Jan 2015 (9 months)

Delivered Science education to students, focusing on practical work and assessments. Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.

Student Engagement Communication Team Collaboration

Science Coordinator

University Academy Keighley

Aug 2007 - May 2013 (5 years 9 months)

Coordinated Science curriculum and led departmental initiatives. Ensured effective teaching strategies were implemented and provided support to teaching staff.

Leadership Strategic Planning Communication Classroom Management Professional Development

Teacher of Science

Allerton Grange

Sep 2005 - Aug 2006 (11 months)

Taught Science subjects, focusing on student engagement and performance. Developed lesson plans and assessed student progress.

Lesson planning Assessments Classroom Management Communication Team Collaboration

Office Manager

Burley Park PRU

Jan 2003 - Aug 2003 (7 months)

Managed office operations, supporting the educational environment and ensuring efficient administrative processes.

Office Management Administrative Support Communication Organizational Skills Team Collaboration Problem Solving Time Management

Post-doc Researcher

Leeds MMU

Feb 2002 - Jan 2003 (11 months)

Conducted research in Molecular Biology, coordinating experiments and analyzing data. Contributed to publications and presented findings at conferences.

Data Analysis Experimentation Presentation Skills Team Collaboration Time Management

Post-doc Researcher

UCL Moorlands

Jan 2001 - Feb 2002 (1 year 1 month)

Engaged in advanced research projects, focusing on high throughput DNA sequencing and computational biology. Developed instructional materials for laboratory techniques.

Computational Biology Instructional Design Data Analysis Team Collaboration Problem Solving research and development

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Leeds

PGCE, Education

2014 - 2015

Completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) specializing in Secondary Science, preparing to teach a range of scientific subjects to secondary school students.

Leeds Metropolitan University

Post-doctoral Researcher, Computational Biology

2002 - 2003

As a post-doctoral researcher, I was instrumental in the trial and development of high throughput DNA sequencing using cutting-edge computational biology. I produced a detailed instruction manual from scratch, working intensely with the equipment to understand its effective use.

University College London

PhD, Molecular Biology

2001 - 2002

Activities and societies: Co-author on 4 publications, attended 2 international conferences.

As a PhD student and post-doctoral researcher, I coordinated, planned and executed a range of different experiments. I outlined methods, collated materials, recorded results, processed data, and formed scientifically valid conclusions. My work was presented at scientific conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals.

University of Leeds

BSc, Genetics

1998 - 2001

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Genetics, focusing on the principles of genetics and molecular biology. Developed a strong foundation in scientific techniques and methodologies.