I completed the MSci in Statistics with Work Placement degree from the University of Glasgow in 2015.  The year I spent working in the costing team of the Information Services Division of NHS Scotland provided me with insights into how statistical methodology was applied in a real-world setting.  I continued studying at the University of Glasgow to complete my PhD in Statistical Genetics.

Following my studies, I took an Assistant Professor post in the Mathematics and Statistics department at University College Dublin (UCD).  I then obtained a Postdoctoral Researcher position within the Insight Centre for Data Analytics at UCD, funded by SFI.  I worked with Prof. Claire Gormley to develop novel statistical methods for high-dimensional data.  This was motivated by a neuroscience problem in improving the diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease using spectroscopy data from blood samples.  During my time at UCD, I built a strong network of external collaborators and I enjoyed applying my skills to applied problems.

I am now the Director of Knowledge Exchange in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics in the University of Strathclyde.  

I am an applied statistician.  I enjoy developing novel, specialised statistical models for real-world data problems in a range of fields.

Bayesian statistics, computational statistics, latent variable models and population genetics.

QQI Project Management Level 6

Professional Certificate in Teaching and Learning

I enjoy teaching applied statistical modules where we apply methods to real-world problems.  I have experience in a range of teaching styles, face-to-face and online.  

I was honoured to be nomimated for the UCD Teaching Award in 2020/2021.

I have many collaborators and experience working with B.I.G. (business, industry and government body) partners.

To date, I have worked with biochemists, computational scientists, physicists, cardiologists, GPs and charities throughout the UK and Ireland.