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ABIGAIL POLLOCK

UMINA BEACH,NSW,

Summary

A highly organised and adaptable professional with a PhD and Master of Research in Biomedical Sciences, I have extensive experience supporting research organisations across scientific, operational, and administrative capacities.


I bring strong capabilities as both a fundamental and commercially focused researcher, with hands-on experience in academic and industry settings. I am known for a proactive and empathetic approach, underpinned by strong interpersonal skills honed through both professional roles and personal caregiving responsibilities.


Following an extended career break, I am now seeking to re-enter the workforce, bringing renewed energy, maturity, and a strong commitment to combining research expertise with operational excellence.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Extended Maternity Leave

Career Break
01.2020 - Current
  • An extended career break following the birth of my second son to care for my two children and aging mother
  • Used this time for personal growth, developing greater maturity, efficiency, and empathy
  • Utilised and strengthened my administrative and project management skills by managing my mother's estate and overseeing her transition into Residential Age Care. This included handling all medical, financial, and legal responsibilities, as well as coordinating property repairs and preparations for renting her home

Part-time Administrator

Single Molecule Science (SMS), University of NSW
03.2017 - 12.2019
  • Provided high-level research support to a large, grant-competitive research centre, working closely with the Centre Head and Business Development Manager to ensure efficient operations and compliance
  • Coordinated pre- and post-award grant activities, including grant submission, management of Animal Ethics and GMO compliance documentation, and preparation of progress and final reports - engaging with internal and external stakeholders
  • Research operations support - managed data systems to track personnel, equipment, and other resources, ensuring streamlined operational workflows
  • Procurement and financial reconciliation - including training of staff in NSF New South Financials software
  • Contributed to communications efforts by assisting in the development and maintenance of the SMS website and other marketing material to enhance visibility and information
  • Supported staff and students with the preparation of HR paperwork and provided guidance on university policies and procedures
  • Managed key logistical administrative functions, including recruitment processes and coordination of staff and student travel
  • Organised events and meetings - handling room bookings, catering, agenda preparation, minute-taking, and tracking action items to ensure timely follow-up

Maternity Leave

Career Break
12.2016 - 03.2017
  • A career break following the birth of my first son.

Research Assistant

Centre for Vascular Research, University of NSW
02.2014 - 11.2016
  • Provided comprehensive support across research, research operations, and administration within a large, grant-competitive research group
  • Provided hands-on technical expertise in experimental procedures and cell culture
  • Provided comprehensive research operations support, including the management of laboratory space and resources such as consumables, chemical inventories, and cell banks. Served as instrument custodian
  • Developed, maintained, and ensured compliance with Standard Work Procedures and Risk Assessments
  • Actively participated in OH&S committee activities and managed OH&S documentation to uphold workplace safety standards
  • Coordinated pre- and post-award grant activities, including grant submission, management of Animal Ethics and GMO compliance documentation, and preparation of progress and final reports - engaging with internal and external stakeholders
  • Proofread manuscripts to ensure clarity, accuracy, and adherence to submission guidelines, enhancing the quality of research publications

Technical Services Scientist

R-Biopharm Rhône (RBR) Ltd
04.2008 - 11.2008
  • Intended temporary return before the commencement of my master's degree. Employed to standardise the way in which the Technical Services team reported their findings to customers and distributors
  • Supported RBR products technically, liaising with customers and distributors to deal with scientific enquiries and problems
  • Analysis of difficult samples
  • Development of new analysis methods for existing test kits
  • Preparation of Technical Services reports, and the creation of Application Notes for new commodities
  • Data analysis
  • Staff, distributor and customer training

Research Scientist

Apollo Life Sciences Pty Ltd
01.2007 - 04.2008
  • Part of the Cell Biology group that designed bioassays for the quality control of in-house manufactured cytokines and growth factors
  • Designed cell culture assays
  • Maintenance of company cell lines
  • Analysis of cytokines and growth factors
  • Development of stable cell lines for the production of human-cell-expressed recombinant proteins
  • Development of Standard Work Procedures and Risk Assessments
  • Data analysis
  • Liaised with the Production team to prioritise work

Research and Development Scientist

R-Biopharm Rhône (RBR)
03.2004 - 10.2006
  • Initially employed as a summer student following my undergraduate degree and was then offered a full-time position as a research scientist.
  • Developed antibody-based diagnostics kits for the food and feed industry
  • Production of monoclonal antibodies using miniPERM and bioreactors
  • Scientific report writing and data analysis
  • Presented new products to distributors at an international level
  • Presented at quarterly R&D meetings
  • Liaised with the Marketing department to design Product Information Sheets
  • Liaised with the Production team for the preparation of small-scale prototype kits
  • Liaised with the Quality Control department to develop protocols for assessment of new products
  • Staff, distributor and customer training

Education

Ph.D. - Biomedical Sciences

University of NSW
Sydney, NSW
12-2013

Master of Research - Biomedical Sciences

University of Strathclyde
Scotland, UK
12-2009

Bachelor of Environmental Science - Biology

University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW
12-2001

Skills

  • Fundamental and Commercial Research
  • Research Administration and Support
  • Research Compliance
  • Laboratory Operations
  • Scientific Writing and Editing
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access
  • Skilled in a wide array of in vivo, cell biology, protein, and instrumentation techniques, with a solid foundation in sample handling, data analysis and scientific reporting

Timeline

Extended Maternity Leave

Career Break
01.2020 - Current

Part-time Administrator

Single Molecule Science (SMS), University of NSW
03.2017 - 12.2019

Maternity Leave

Career Break
12.2016 - 03.2017

Research Assistant

Centre for Vascular Research, University of NSW
02.2014 - 11.2016

Technical Services Scientist

R-Biopharm Rhône (RBR) Ltd
04.2008 - 11.2008

Research Scientist

Apollo Life Sciences Pty Ltd
01.2007 - 04.2008

Research and Development Scientist

R-Biopharm Rhône (RBR)
03.2004 - 10.2006

Ph.D. - Biomedical Sciences

University of NSW

Master of Research - Biomedical Sciences

University of Strathclyde

Bachelor of Environmental Science - Biology

University of Newcastle

STRENGTHS

  • Stakeholder Relations: Skilled at building rapport and establishing relationships with diverse stakeholders and colleagues
  • Independent & Results-Driven: Self-motivated and resourceful, with a proven ability to manage tasks independently and deliver results on time


Publications

  • Annexin A6 is critical to maintain glucose homeostasis and survival during liver regeneration in mice Hepatology, 72(6), pp.2149-2164 Alvarez-Guaita, A., Blanco-Muñoz, P., Meneses-Salas, E., Wahba, M., Pollock, A.H., Jose, J., Casado, M., Bosch, M., Attruch, R., Gaus, K. and Lu, A. 2020
  • Disruption of Serinc1, which facilitates serine-derived lipid synthesis, fails to alter macrophage function, lymphocyte proliferation or autoimmune disease susceptibility Molecular immunology, 82, pp.19-33 Chu, E.P., Elso, C.M., Pollock, A.H., Alsayed, M.A., Macklin, L., Thomas, H.E., Kay, T.W., Silveira, P.A., Mansell, A.S., Gaus, K. and Brodnicki, T.C. 2017
  • Prolonged intake of dietary lipids alters membrane structure and T cell responses in LDLr−/− Mice The Journal of Immunology, 196(10), pp.3993-4002 Pollock, A.H., Tedla, N., Hancock, S.E., Cornely, R., Mitchell, T.W., Yang, Z., Kockx, M., Parton, R.G., Rossy, J. and Gaus, K. 2016
  • Annexin A6 regulates interleukin-2-mediated T-cell proliferation Immunology and cell biology, 94(6), pp.543-553 Cornely, R., Pollock, A.H., Rentero, C., Norris, S.E., Alvarez-Guaita, A., Grewal, T., Mitchell, T., Enrich, C., Moss, S.E., Parton, R.G. and Rossy, J. 2016
  • Antigen depot is not required for alum adjuvanticity The FASEB Journal, 26(3), p.1272 Hutchison, S., Benson, R.A., Gibson, V.B., Pollock, A.H., Garside, P. and Brewer, J.M. 2012

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