I am a fully qualified teacher/lecturer (PGCE/QTS/FHEA) in HE (Levels 4 - 7 ) and the 11- 18 year education sector, a successful post-doctoral scientist, and a professionally qualified horsewoman with a passion for equestrianism that exceeds 30 years. I am also an external examiner, and I have been an academic and research lead. I have taught at several universities, university centres, and land-based colleges, where I have been a module and programme lead for undergraduate and post-graduate courses. In addition to teaching biology, anatomy and physiology, I have taught a wide range of topics including biomechanics, training and exercise, nutrition, breeding and reproduction, learning and behaviour, therapy and rehabilitation, health and welfare, and human animal interactions.
Degrees
2007, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom, PhD
2003, University of Manchester, United Kingdom, MSc Neuroscience
2001, Manchester Metropolitan University, United Kingdom, Postgraduate Certificate in Education/Qualified Teacher Status
1999, University of Humberside and Lincolnshire, United Kingdom, BSc Equine Science and Technology
Certifications
2018, University of Central Lancashire, United Kingdom, Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy
Academic appointments
Advanced Science and HE Animal Lecturer, Hopwood Hall College and University Centre, 2021 - 2023
HE Lecturer in Animal Management (and Equine), University Centre Salford City College, 2019 - 2021
Honorary Research Fellow, University of Liverpool, 2017 - 2019
Lead Researcher in Animal Science and Welfare/Senior Lecturer in HE Equine, University of Central Lancashire, 2015 - 2019
Daphne Jackson Fellow/post-doctoral researcher, University of Aberdeen, 2012 - 2015
Postgraduate training
Post-doctoral trainee/Copeman Travelling Fellowship, United States, Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine, 2008 - 2009
