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Caoimhe Neville

Drumcondra,Ireland

Summary

Experienced molecular biologist with expertise in next-generation sequencing (NGS) using Illumina platforms, including single-cell RNA-sequencing and single-molecule TCR sequencing. Proficient in advanced microscopy techniques, histology, flow cytometry, and ELISA for protein quantification. Skilled in biobanking processes such as PBMC isolation and mammalian cell culture maintenance. Demonstrates strong capabilities in data collection, statistical analysis using GraphPad Prism and SPSS, and image analysis with software like ImageJ and Adobe programmes. Adept at utilising laboratory management systems (LIMS) for sample tracking and data management. Successfully secured ethical approval for doctoral research and contributed to grant writing initiatives. Committed to advancing research in molecular biology and immunology through innovative methodologies and precise analytical techniques.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work history

R&D Scientist

Omniscope España
Barcelona, Spain
09.2024 - 08.2025
  • Processed and biobanked PBMCs from patient blood samples.
  • Isolated DNA and RNA for single-molecule OS-TCR assay, generating sequencing libraries.
  • Utilised LIMS to generate reports and track results efficiently.
  • Collaborated with hospitals and medical institutions including Hospital Sant Joan de Déu and Catalan Institute of Oncology.

Scientific Communicator

Breakthrough Cancer Research
Cork, Ireland
01.2024 - 09.2024
  • Conducted research and prepared articles tailored for cancer patients.
  • Developed figures illustrating mechanisms of action for specific tumour types.
  • Compiled statistics and resources for patient utilisation.

Anatomy Lecturer

School of Nursing and Midwifery, UCD
Dublin, Ireland
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Delivered lectures on musculoskeletal and reproductive system anatomy.
  • Tutored undergraduate and postgraduate nursing students in anatomical dissection techniques.
  • Assisted in preparing exam questions to assess student understanding.

Anatomy Demonstrator

School of Medicine, University College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
09.2019 - 01.2023
  • Delivered comprehensive tutorials and practicals in human anatomy to medical students.
  • Demonstrated dissection techniques using cadavers, pro-sected material, and anatomical models.
  • Specialised in gastrointestinal, locomotor, and reproductive anatomy.
  • Coordinated and supervised exams.

Laboratory Teaching Assistant

Biology Teaching Centre, Trinity College Dublin and Maynooth University
Dublin
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Delivered practical tutorials to biomedical science students, enhancing laboratory skills.
  • Instructed undergraduate students in light microscopy, histology, gel electrophoresis, chromatin immunoprecipitation, and ELISAs.
  • Reviewed and corrected student reports weekly to ensure academic accuracy.
  • Prepared laboratory materials and collaborated with lecturers for effective learning outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biological and Biomedical Sciences

Maynooth University
Maynooth
09.2013 - 08.2017

MSc - Translational Oncology

Trinity Translational Medicine Institute, St. James’s Hospital Dublin
Dublin, Leinster
09.2017 - 08.2018

PhD - Cervical and Endometrial Cancer

School of Medicine, University College Dublin
Dublin
09.2019 - 09.2024

Skills

Molecular biology and sequencing

  • Next-generation sequencing (NGS)
  • QPCR analysis
  • Biobanking expertise

Immunology and cell biology

  • Flow cytometry techniques
  • Mammalian cell culture
  • ELISA proficiency

Histology and microscopy

  • Tissue & cell fixation
  • H&E, Alcian blue, Periodic Acid Schiff Reaction
  • IHC
  • Live cell imaging, SEM & TEM
  • Image analysis software proficiency

Data collection and analysis

  • Laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
  • Ethics and grant writing

Communication skills

  • Lectured, tutored and supervised students at undergraduate & postgraduate level

Languages

English
Native
Spanish
Fluent
Irish
Upper intermediate
French
Upper intermediate

References

  • Sabine, Kölle, Prof. Dr, sabine.koelle@ucd.ie, +353 1 716 6636, UCD School of Medicine & Medical Science, Full Professor of Anatomy and Developmental Biology, Dublin, Ireland, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4
  • Holger, Heyn, Prof. Dr, holger@omniscope.ai, +34 678 082 957, Omniscope España, ICREA Professor at the Centro Nacional de Análisis Genómico (CNAG), Barcelona, Spain, Co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Omniscope España
  • Joanne, Lysaght, Prof. Dr, jlysaght@tcd.ie, +353 1896 4259, Trinity Translational Medicine Institute, St. James’s Hospital, Professor of Surgery
  • Carmel, Davies, Dr, carmel.davies@ucd.ie, +353 1 716 6411, UCD School of Nursing Midwifery and Health Systems, Associate Dean of Teaching and Learning, Dublin, Ireland, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4

Publications

  • Neville, C., Reese, S., Hughes, B., Glennon, K., Treacy, A., Brennan, D., Kölle, S. (2025) Age, Lifestyle, and Disease Affect Ciliary Transport in the Human Fallopian Tube. Nature Scientific Report, under peer review.
  • Neville, C., Reese, S., Hughes, B., Glennon, K., Treacy, A., Brennan, D., McDermott, E., Dockery, P., Kölle, S. (2025) How Cervical and Endometrial Cancer Effect Morphology, Function and Immune Response in the Fallopian Tube. Molecular Reproduction and Development, manuscript in preparation.
  • Neville, C., Reese, S., Hughes, B., Glennon, K., Treacy, A., Brennan, D., Kölle, S. (2024) Endometrial and Cervical Cancer Impair Tubal Morphology and Function. 57th Annual Conference of Physiology and Pathology of Reproduction. Berlin, Germany. 28/2/2024 - 1/3/2024.
  • Neville, C., Reese, S., Hughes, B., Glennon, K., Treacy, A., Brennan, D., McDermott, E., Dockery, P., Kölle, S. (2023) Endometrial and Cervical Cancer Impair Tubal Transport Function. 59th Irish Association for Cancer Research Annual Conference. Athlone, Ireland. 22/02/2023 – 24/02/2023.
  • Neville, C., Reese, S., Hughes, B., Glennon, K., Treacy, A., Brennan, D., Kölle, S. (2022) Live Cell Imaging in the Oviduct: How Cervical and Endometrial Cancer Alter Tubal Morphology and Function. Anatomical Society Summer Meetings. Dublin, Ireland. 04/07/2022 – 06/07/2022.
  • Neville, C., Reese, S., Hughes, B., Glennon, K., Treacy, A., Brennan, D., Kölle, S. (2024) Endometrial and Cervical Cancer Impair Tubal Morphology and Function. Reproduction in Domestic Animals https://doi.org/10.1111/rda.14531

Accomplishments

  • 08/2017 Bachelor of Science Degree in Biomedical Sciences (Hons)
  • 09/2018 Master’s Degree in Translational Oncology (Hons)
  • 09/2019 Anatomy Medical Trainee Scholarship at UCD’s School of Medicine
  • 04/2021 Second place prize at UCD’s Translational Medicine Research Seminar - “The Effects of Cervical & Endometrial Cancer on the Morphology & Function of the Human Fallopian Tube.”
  • 02/2023 Winner of the best overall PhD poster prize for "Endometrial and Cervical Cancer Alter Tubal Transport" at the Irish Association of Cancer Research (IACR) annual conference.
  • 03/2023 Winner of poster slammer prize at the Annual Conference of Physiology and Pathology of Reproduction.
  • 12/2024 Doctoral degree awarded.

Affiliations

  • Learning languages
  • Reading
  • Sea swimming
  • Political activism

Timeline

R&D Scientist

Omniscope España
09.2024 - 08.2025

Scientific Communicator

Breakthrough Cancer Research
01.2024 - 09.2024

Anatomy Lecturer

School of Nursing and Midwifery, UCD
01.2024 - 05.2024

Anatomy Demonstrator

School of Medicine, University College Dublin
09.2019 - 01.2023

PhD - Cervical and Endometrial Cancer

School of Medicine, University College Dublin
09.2019 - 09.2024

Laboratory Teaching Assistant

Biology Teaching Centre, Trinity College Dublin and Maynooth University
01.2018 - 01.2019

MSc - Translational Oncology

Trinity Translational Medicine Institute, St. James’s Hospital Dublin
09.2017 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Biological and Biomedical Sciences

Maynooth University
09.2013 - 08.2017
Caoimhe Neville