Niamh Dougan
About Niamh Dougan
Niamh Dougan is a Software Systems Engineer at Diamond Light Source, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a Master’s Degree in Chemistry from the University of Bristol, where she studied from 2012 to 2016.
Work at Diamond Light Source
Niamh Dougan has been employed at Diamond Light Source since 2020, currently holding the position of Software Systems Engineer. In this role, she is responsible for developing and maintaining software systems that support the operations of the facility. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Graduate Software Systems Engineer at Diamond Light Source from 2018 to 2020, where she gained valuable experience in software development and engineering practices. Additionally, she served as a Laboratory Technician at Diamond Light Source for five months in 2017.
Education and Expertise
Niamh Dougan studied at the University of Bristol from 2012 to 2016, where she earned a Master’s Degree in Chemistry. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in scientific principles, which complements her technical skills in software engineering. Her expertise in both chemistry and software systems positions her effectively within the scientific community, particularly in roles that require a blend of scientific knowledge and technical proficiency.
Background
Before her tenure at Diamond Light Source, Niamh Dougan worked as a Laboratory Technician at the University of Southampton for eight months in 2017. This role involved hands-on laboratory work, where she developed practical skills in a research environment. Her early experiences in laboratory settings contributed to her understanding of scientific processes, which she later applied in her software engineering roles.
Career Progression
Niamh Dougan's career has progressed through various roles in the scientific and engineering fields. After her initial position as a Laboratory Technician, she transitioned to a Graduate Software Systems Engineer at Diamond Light Source, where she honed her software development skills. Her current role as a Software Systems Engineer reflects her growth and specialization in software systems within a scientific context.