I graduated from Cranfield University in 1998 with a BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography. After working in the NHS for seven years I moved into my first post in education with City, University of London. Whilst at City, I was heavily involved with course delivery for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in radiography and biomedical engineering; whilst also being admissions tutor for radiography courses. During my time at City I managed to find time to complete a PgDipEd (City, University of London) and MSc in Medical Imaging (Kingston & St. George’s, University of London). 

In January 2016 I joined the University of Portsmouth and have been the admissions tutor (2017-2018 and 2019-2022) and course lead (2018-2023) for the Diagnostic Radiography & Medical Imaging course. From September 2022 until August 2024, I commenced a seconded interim role as the Associate Head [Academic] for the School of Health and Care Professions. This role guided the development and quality of academic provision, whilst providing academic leadership at strategic and operational levels, for programme provision.

I currently hold Senior Fellowship with AdvancedHE and I am an associate fellow of the City St. George's Research in Radiography, Radiotherapy and Radiology Group (CRRAG). I am also an external examiner for Diagnostic Radiography provision at St. George's, University of London and the University of Worcester. Additionally, I am also involved with NCFE Level 3 validation activities and review proposed manuscripts for the journal Radiography. 

My teaching interests include digital imaging and image enhancement, adaptation of technique, and medical imaging technology. I have authored two book chapters with respect to digital receptors and image enhancement in diagnostic radiography. I am also currently involved in a working group affiliated with CRAGG that is investigating the perceived impact Artificial Intelligence may have on the role, career and professional identity of radiographers in the UK and across Europe.