Curriculum Vitae Glyn Devlin

Curriculum Vitae
Glyn L. Devlin, Ph.D.

KEY SKILL AREAS

Communication
Practiced and effective writer, editor and public presenter. Able to present complex material in a clear,
concise and persuasive manner, tailored for a range of audiences, be it individuals, small groups or
seminar halls.

• Well-developed interpersonal skills.

• Excellent presentation skills developed from giving many seminars at conferences and meetings in
different countries to audiences with diverse backgrounds.

• Outstanding written communication skills developed through the co-authoring of over 20 peer-
reviewed research articles in high-quality international journals such as Science Magazine and the
Proceedings of the National Academy of Science USA. I have also authored review articles and
book chapters.

• Designed and demonstrated fun and informative ‘science in action’ sessions for secondary school
students to increase their awareness and understanding of scientific research.

• Leading small-group training sessions, primarily undergraduate science/medical students in

practical and tutorial sessions (Monash University);

Technical/Analytical
Proven abilities to become expert in new subjects and techniques quickly, to identify the most important
concepts and information, and to troubleshoot problems. Creative, analytical, focused, and detail-
oriented.

• Sound general knowledge of biomedicine

• Strong ability to identify and conceptualize problems and develop well-reasoned solutions,
developed over 10 years research experience.

• Expertise in pinpointing relevant and cutting-edge technical information and its evaluation and
utilisation to support or refute scientific arguments.

• Selected by several top ranking international scientific journals to act as a peer-reviewer to analyse
and critique research articles for scientific rigour and relevance. Similarly, I have reviewed
doctoral theses for several Australian universities and grant proposals for the NHMRC.

Project Management
Highly experienced in effective time management and oversight of multiple concurrent projects. Ability to
see the ‘bigger picture’ allowing for exceptionally effective strategising - setting the most appropriate
priorities, meeting deadlines, and the supervision of others to do so.

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• Responsible for the development and successful completion of scientific research projects,
including oversight of staff and budget. Currently managing a program of research with a budget
of > $ 500, 000 (Monash University) and four employees/students.

• Management of independent research projects, collaborative projects with multiple contributors,

and the projects of students and staff members.

• Organisation of conferences and symposia including, most recently, the Annual Conference of the
Australian Society for Biophysics 2009 (Ballarat), a four day catered event with ~100 guests
including 7 international guest speakers.

• Acting as managing editor for a special edition of ‘Frontiers in Bioscience’ (an international
scientific journal), involving the invitation and editing of review articles from ~ 20 leaders in a
particular scientific field.

Leadership/Interpersonal Relations
Adaptive to situational requirements – capable of working effectively as part of a group, or taking the lead.

• Supervision of research teams consisting 2-6 members. Involved leading research projects,
providing technical and theoretical advice; maximising the personal productivity and time
management of group members; conflict management; leading fortnightly progress meetings.

• Leadership skills fostered through leading discussions and classes, demonstrating to undergraduate
science and medical students (Monash University) as well as privately tutoring high school and
tertiary students.

ACHIEVEMENTS

• Awarded NHMRC CJ Martin Fellowship, the most prestigious and sought after funding
opportunity for early career researchers in Australia, to support my research endeavours for 4
years, including 2 years overseas.
• Speakers’ award winner for best research presentation at Melbourne Protein Group conference
• Invitations to present at international conferences
• Awarded national and international travel grants for overseas conference attendance
• Publication of more than 20 research articles in high impact international scientific journals

APPOINTMENTS
Apr 2008 – current: CJ Martin Fellow of the National Health and Medical
Research Council, Australia.
Department of Biochemistry, Monash University, Australia

Mar 2005 – Mar 2008: CJ Martin Fellow of the National Health and Medical
Research Council, Australia.
Department of Chemistry, University of Cambridge, UK

2004 – 2005: Postdoctoral Research Associate

Cavendish Laboratory, University of Cambridge, UK

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2003 – 2004: Postdoctoral Research Associate

Department of Biochemistry, Monash University, Australia

1999 – 2000: Research Assistant

Department of Biochemistry, Monash University, Australia

1995 – 1998: Private Tutoring of secondary school students; science, english,

mathematics

EDUCATION
2000-2003: Doctorate in Biochemistry
(Supervisor: Dr. S. Bottomley, Monash University, Australia)
Thesis title: ‘The Mechanisms of Serpin Misfolding and its
Inhibition.’

1995-1999: B.Sc. (Biomedical) (First Class Honours)

(Monash University, Australia)
Major subjects: Pharmacology and Biochemistry

1993-1994: Victorian Certificate of Education

(Heathmont Secondary College, Victoria)
Tertiary Entrance Rank = 92.0

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
• ARCS Australia Ltd.
• Austrlian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB)
• Australian Society for Biophysics (ASB)