Bryony Coleman

Highly skilled and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in laboratory operations, environmental testing, and technical support. Proven expertise in managing databases, conducting precision testing, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Certified BS EN 17025/9001 Internal Auditor with a strong background in data management, stock control, and equipment maintenance.

Adept at working in fast-paced environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality results.

Designated Emergency First

Aid and also Fire Marshall trained.

Environmental Test Technician - Alphatech Ltd

(2018-09)

• Manage and maintain databases for Standards and Procedures, ensuring compliance with BS EN 17025/9001 standards.
• Operate and maintain advanced environmental testing equipment, including humidity/temperature chambers, vibration/shock/drop testers, and NSS salt spray chambers.
• Conduct pH and conductivity testing for NSS solutions, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
• Oversee stock control and procurement of laboratory supplies, maintaining an organised and efficient testing environment.
• Organise PAT testing and other mandatory maintenance tasks, ensuring equipment is calibrated and safe for use.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery of test results and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Laboratory Manufacturing Assistant - Expedeon Ltd

(2017-05 - 2018-06)

• Prepared media solutions and conducted pH, conductivity, and refractometry checks, ensuring precise measurements for scientific research.
• Operated semi-automated equipment for the production of electrophoresis gels, maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
• Managed stock control and SOP/MBR documentation, ensuring compliance with laboratory standards.
• Trained new starters on laboratory procedures and equipment, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and teamwork.

Media Technician - Sainsbury Laboratory, University of Cambridge

(2015-06 - 2017-05)

• Prepared media and antibiotics for botanical research, ensuring sterility and accuracy in all preparations.
• Operated steam autoclaves for sterilisation and waste deactivation, adhering to strict health and safety protocols.
• Managed stock control and procurement of laboratory supplies, ensuring seamless operations.

Glass Washer - Department of Chemical Engineering & Biotechnology, University of Cambridge

(2013-03 - 2015-06)

• Collected, washed, sterilised, and replenished glassware and consumables, maintaining a clean and organised laboratory environment.
• Operated autoclaves for sterilisation and managed the safe storage of chemicals.

NVQ Level 3 - Business Administration (1998 - 1998)

NVQ Level 3 - Body Massage (1998 - 1998)

NVQ Level 2 - Cleaning Support Services (2011 - 2011)

9 GCSEs (Grade C) - including Maths and English (1994 - 1994)

GCSE Media Studies (Grade C) (1996 - 1996)