Name:
Katie Marshall
College/ School:
School of Sport and Exercise Science
Job title:
Sports Science Technician
Brief description of role:
Katie provides technical support to staff and students whilst ensuring academic staff have the resources and space to deliver practical lab sessions within the HPC. Other department responsibilities include: the day-to-day operation of the Human Performance Centre; maintaining and calibrating sport science equipment; supporting undergraduate and postgraduate practical activities and data collection; assisting with consultancy work and helping with research.
Alongside the Sport Science Technician role, Katie is also involved in teaching Undergraduate SES Year 1 Fundamentals of Human Physiology laboratory sessions.
How long at Institution:
Katie has been working at the University of Lincoln since 2017.
Journey to role:
Katie completed her Undergraduate degree in Sports and Exercise Science at the University of Lincoln, and then went on to study a Masters in Sports Science before obtaining the role as Sport Science Technician within the final months of her MSc.
Things to love about the role/ work:
Every day is different, lots of variety and interaction with a range of people.
Advice to other technicians:
Take any opportunity to grow and develop.
Interests outside work:
Food (cooking and eating!), exercising and baking.
