Amelia Pattison

I am a recent Master's graduate, I studied Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology at the Cranfield Forensic Institute. I have previously worked in laboratory positions such as an RNA Extraction Technician for PerkinElmer's Newport COVID-19 lab, and a Sample Inventory Technician for the UK Biocentre in Milton Keynes. I recently returned from a 5-week excavation in Sicily with CRICC (Cranfield Recovery and Identification of Conflict Casualties).

I am incredibly passionate about forensics and the important relationship it has with supporting the criminal justice system. I pride myself on my sample handling and analysis skills, as well as being a hardworking friendly individual who strives to achieve accurate and reliable results delivered in a timely manner.

UK Biocentre, Milton Keynes – Sample Inventory Technician

May 2023 – August 2023

• Inventoried and handled NHS blood and saliva samples
• Dealt with sample shipments, including loading and unloading of samples in dry-ice
• Carried out proper storage and handling protocols for samples (e.g. use of -80˚C freezers)
• Maintained a clean and tidy laboratory in line with quality laboratory standards, policies and regulatory guidelines

PerkinElmer Inc, Newport - RNA Extraction Technician 

July 2021 – March 2022

• Worked in a fast-paced, high-throughput COVID-19 laboratory for rapid sample processing
• Utilised ChemagicTM 360 instruments and Janus® G3 PCR+ Workstations to automate RNA extraction and RT-PCR tests
• Trained in RT-PCR, RNA extraction, and VOC (Variants of Concern), helping to identify variants of SARS-CoV-2.

•Worked within applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment

• Helped in the laboratory training of new employees

Cranfield University- MSc Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology

October 2022 – September 2023. Grade TBC.

Research Project Title: The Effect of Aquatic Environments on Decomposition Progression Between Scene and Autopsy

Course modules: Reasoning for Forensic Science, Investigation and Evidence Collection, Analytical Techniques, Forensic Archaeology: Recovering Buried Remains, Forensic Ecology, Fundamentals of Forensic Anthropology and Osteology, Further Forensic Anthropology: Identification, Trauma Weapon Effects, Forensic Archaeology: Mass Grave Excavation, Mass Fatality Incidents, and Courtroom Skills. 

University of The West of England – Forensic Science 

September 2018 - July 2021. Achieved a Bachelor of Science degree with second-class honours.

Course modules: Chemistry in Context, Human Biological Systems, Scientific Investigation of Crime, Scientific Skills, Law and Expert Evidence, Forensic Analysis, Drugs and Technology, Molecular Genetics, Forensic Biology, Genomic Technologies, Pathophysiology, Environmental Forensics, Forensic Biology and Genetics, and Forensic Project.