Mary-Ann Garner
Lab Manager at Covance
Gender should have no bearing on doing this job. Studying a core science would be key.
About Mary-Ann...
Who am I?
"I like to solve problems, so the inquisitive nature and understanding why things happen aspects of Explorer are very useful. I have to help others in the lab and understand what they need so Coach and campaigner respectively are beneficial for that part of my job. "
What do I do?
"In our labs, we test medicines such as inhalers. It’s really important to test these as it can put people’s lives at risk if they’re not working correctly! As a lab manager, I ensure my lab meets regulatory requirements and providing support to lab users to assist them with what they need to get their work done. I fix problems as they arise. To progress I could manage larger labs/projects. "
How did I get here?
"My pathway here included working at NHS (clinical chemistry) and Academic research (Diabetes & Obesity Drug Discovery Research Technician). "
The life I live
"In my spare time, I enjoy rock climbing and hiking as well as science communication."
My typical day
"A typical day involves meetings, writing Standard of Procedure documents, developing new procedures and fixing problems as they arise."
My qualifications
"Secondary education (GCSE/O-Levels) Post secondary education (College, A-levels, NVQ3 or equivalent) Chemistry D, Biology B, Economics B and General Studies B Undergraduate degree (BSc, BA, etc.) Biochemistry Post-graduate degree (MSc, MA, etc.) Biochemistry "