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** *********, *** ******* ******, GARSFONTEIN, PRETORIA, 0042
CELL (072-******* and (073-*******
Email: acrqv2@r.postjobfree.com
CURRICULUM VITAE
OF
SOMTJHATJHANA JAPHTA MNGUNI
CAREER OBJECTIVE
My main objectives are to acquire professional knowledge and skills in the field of
Science. I am currently developing myself as a professional, applying my skills and
expertise in Microbiology and Biodiversity sector, benefiting the organization I am
employed in, and contributing to the profession.
PERSONAL DETAILS
First names & Surname: Somtjhatjhana Japhta Mnguni
ID number: 840**********
Drivers license: C1 (Code 10).
Language Proficiency: English, IsiNdebele, IsiZulu, IsiXhosa, IsiSwati,
Setswana, Sepedi, Sesotho and Afrikaans.
SYNOPSIS
I am a Microbiologist, currently a Laboratory Technician and Researcher in Alien
invasive species of plants at the African Centre for DNA Barcoding (ACDB) of wildlife
project at the University of Johannesburg in collaboration with the South African
National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) and Environmental Affairs (DEA). The main
focus is on the Plant DNA Barcode, Molecular systematics, Plant Taxonomy using
Phylogenetic information.
EDUCATION
TERTIARY:
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01 PAMPAGRAS, 565 GODFREY STREET, GARSFONTEIN, PRETORIA, 0042
CELL (072-******* and (073-*******
Email: acrqv2@r.postjobfree.com
University of Zululand
Year: 2010-2011
I obtained a BSc (Honors) degree in Microbiology with Mr JS Shandu and Dr AK
Basson as supervisors.
Research topic: The effect of temperature on the survival of Bio ethanol producing
microbes using sucrose rich substrate juice (sugarcane).
Year: 2008-2009
I obtained a BSc Microbiology degree (First class).
The other courses in my degree includes the third year major in Biochemistry and
Microbiology
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Year: 2007
I was registered for BSc Microbiology as a part time student majoring in Microbiology
University of Pretoria
Year: 2004- 2006
I was registered for BSc Food Sciences student majoring in Microbiology, Food Science,
Chemistry and Biochemistry
SECONDARY:
SA College Private School Pretoria and Tshwane North College
Year: 2002 and 2003
I obtained a Senior Certificate Exemption with pass marks in English first language,
Mathematics, Physical Science, Geography and Biology.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
1. Company: South African National Biodiversity Institute in collaboration with
The National Department of Environmental Affairs and University
of Johannesburg
Division: Natural Resource Management and Bio-security awareness
Position: Laboratory Technician (DNA Barcoding)
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01 PAMPAGRAS, 565 GODFREY STREET, GARSFONTEIN, PRETORIA, 0042
CELL (072-******* and (073-*******
Email: acrqv2@r.postjobfree.com
Duration: 2013-Present
Main Duties
Involved in the Barcode of Life Project- Analyzing Forensic samples and
Invasive Alien Species samples.
DNA Sample Collection.
Herbarium Voucher Preparation.
DNA Extractions- Plant and Animal tissues.
DNA Barcoding which includes: Amplification (PCR), Sequencing,
Editing of Sequences, Alignment of Sequences and Submitting
Sequence to the GenBank.
Participate in the running of the Molecular Section such as maintenance of
the Laboratory and scientific material, ordering reagents and Laboratory
supplies.
Health, Safety and Waste Management.
2. Company : University of Zululand
Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology
Position: Laboratory Assistant
Duration: March 2010 October 2011
Main Duties
Setting up the Microbiology Laboratory equipment for various
experiments
Assisting the first year students with Microbiology work and problem
solving
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
1. Project Management: SAQA Unit Standard 252022: Develop, Implement
and Evaluate a Project Plan.
2. Computer skills: Windows 7, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
e-mail and Internet.
3. Communication skills: Report writing, Interpersonal skills and translation
Skills.
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01 PAMPAGRAS, 565 GODFREY STREET, GARSFONTEIN, PRETORIA, 0042
CELL (072-******* and (073-*******
Email: acrqv2@r.postjobfree.com
REFERENCES
Name: Prof. Michelle van der Bank
Position: Associate Professor and Coordinator
of the African Centre for DNA Barcoding and
Barcoding of Wildlife Project (University of
Johannesburg).
Contact Details: 011-***-**** and 082-***-****
Email: acrqv2@r.postjobfree.com
Name: Mr RM Kabongo
Position: DNA Sequencing Specialist
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01 PAMPAGRAS, 565 GODFREY STREET, GARSFONTEIN, PRETORIA, 0042
CELL (072-******* and (073-*******
Email: acrqv2@r.postjobfree.com
(University of Johannesburg)
Contact Details : 011-***-**** and 072-***-****
Email: acrqv2@r.postjobfree.com
Name : Miss S Malgas
Position: Lab Technician (African Centre for
DNA Barcoding)
Contact Details : 076-***-****
Email: acrqv2@r.postjobfree.com
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