Christian Nathan

Christian Nathan
University of Leeds · School of Biomedical Sciences

BSc, MSc

About

Introduction
Dedicated neuroscience PhD student covering techniques ranging from molecular biology to in vivo work. Experience in lecturing both small and large groups of students, demonstrating to lab classes and marking exam scripts and coursework. Capable of managing my own projects and working well as part of a team. My current research interests are based in systems neuroscience and involve characterizing the potential link between the sympathetic nervous system and the molecular clock.
Additional affiliations
May 2016 - June 2016
University of Leeds
Position
  • Laboratory Demonstrator
Description
  • I helped students conduct experiments dealing with pest prevention and identify pest species based on morphology. I marked assignments outside of the lab.
September 2012 - September 2014
Carleton University
Position
  • Laboratory Teaching Assistant
Description
  • Biol 3305 Human and Comparative Physiology Lab: I helped students conduct and comprehend Neurons in Action (NIA) tutorials, Experiments included electrophysiology recording from either nerve, muscle or organ using electrodes and iWorx recording software.
January 2012 - May 2014
Carleton University
Position
  • Course Teaching Assistant
Description
  • Biol 4306 Animal Physiology Course: I read primary research papers on multiple fields within neurophysiology. I made sure the students comprehended the paper and offered critiques/marked their presentations.