PCR, Electrophoresis, Mass Spectrometry, GC-MS, Spectroscopy

Ebosetale Blessing Ikhuoria

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********@**.**********.*** Bridgeport, CT, 06604 347-***-****

PROFILE

Hardworking and self-motivated biomedical personnel, with an excellent track record in healthcare manufacturing, laboratory procedures, research and development. 3 years experience in laboratory procedures, bioinformatics specialist and data analyst and body fluids quantification. 2 years experience as an adjunct professor, teaching human genetics and health, introduction to human biology, hematology and anatomy. Researched in immunological and epidemiology statistical research within the local community.

SKILLS

PCR, Electrophoresis, Mass Spectrometry, GC-MS, Spectroscopy, Laboratory research and instrumentation, Design process, Teamwork, Technical communication, Entrepreneurship, Flexibility, Risk assessment, Computational biology, Microsoft office suites (Access and Outlook), PYTHON, PRO-E, and MATLAB.

EXPERIENCE

Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences and Biology, University of Bridgeport, CT

Volunteer Research Assistant 2017

Oversee the daily operations of departmental laboratories, ensuring that all standards are met for intending and ongoing research work.

Setup and run equipment such as Gel electrophoresis, SEM, TEM, PCR, ECG, EMG, Electrospinning.

Perform independent research on DNA sequence alignment, using python programming language.

Facilitate the preparation of course outlines whilst also assisting with teaching, tutoring, discussions and grading.

Novena University, College of Public and Community Health, Nigeria

Adjunct professor (2015- 2016)

Taught undergraduate student Biology, Genetics and health, Haematology and Anatomy as a course.

Proactively multi-tasked teaching, scholarly and administrative activities.

Teaching assistant in general and medical science laboratory practicals.

Perform independent research on DNA sequence alignment, using python programming language.

Supervised students work, provide advice on study skills and articulate ideas effectively.

IRGIB-Africa University Laboratory, Coutonu, Rep. du Benin

Laboratory Analyst Intern (2013-2014)

Data collection and analysis of biological samples using electrochemiluminescence, turbidimetry, spectrophotometry methods.

Trouble-shoot\ maintain instrumentation and evaluate data analyzed on mass spectrometry instrument per day.

Developed and validated sensitive and selective analytical methods for pharma drug products and intermediates using IR, UV-VIS, DSC, NMR, CE, GC-MS and HPLC-MS instrumental techniques.

Manual Culture of biological samples for the detection of bacterial and fungal growth.

Unique Medical Laboratory, Lagos, Nigeria

Medical Laboratory Intern (2011-2012)

Provided In-Country support for External Program Managers on mission.

Perform routine and specialist analytical testing on a range of biological samples.

Introduced lead time improvements for submission of result reporting via timely processed patient samples

Quantification of body fluids, blood samples to analyze blood cells and clotting time test.

Screen and identify blood types of donor and patient specimens in preparation for blood transfusions.

EDUCATION

University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT Expected Dec 2018

Master of science in Biomedical Engineering

Related Course work: Tissue engineering, Biomedical materials and engineering, Bioelectronics, Medical imaging, Digital signal processing, Bioinformatics, Medical machines, Nanotechnology, MRI, Biotechnology management.

IRGIB-Africa University, Rep. du Benin Mar 2015

Bachelors of Science in Biomedical science

Related Course work: Clinical pathology, Chemistry, toxicology, Genetics, Hematology, Immunohematology, Microbiology, Bacteriology.

CERTIFICATION

National Industrial Safety Council of Nigeria Feb 2016

Department of Petroleum Resources

Fire safety and Risk assessment

British International Safety Organisation, UK Feb 2016

Health and Safety at work ((Level 1)

Risk Assessment Practical Application (Level 2)

Environmental awareness (Level 3)

Chartered Institute of Project Management June 2016

Certificate in Project management (CIPM)

LEADERSHIP ROLES

Community representative, National Society of Black Engineers (University of Bridgeport chapter); 2017- present.

Secretary, IRGIB Student Association (ISA), IRGIB-Africa University,2014

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), Collegiate Member, 2014 - Present

Society of Women Engineers (SWE), Collegiate Member, 2017 – present

National society for black engineer (NSBE)

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