Personal Details
Name:
Nifras Mohamed
Home Address:
*-*/*, ****** **, 7th Lane, Kawadana RD, Dehiwala, Sri Lanka.
E-Mail Address:
nifras91@ hotmail.com
Date of Birth:
Telephone :
Linkedin:
https://lk.linkedin.com/in/nifras-mohamed-0a93827b
Education
2015 March – 2016 March
Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) accredited BSc (Hons) degree with FIRST CLASS HONOURS
Northumbria University, Newcastle
Relevant module include;
Scientific Literature Review (75), Molecular Cell Interactions (73), Research Project (82), Clinical Immunology (77), Analytical & Applied chemistry (71), Pathology in Practice (81).
Research Project: Determination Of Nitrate Content In Organic And Conventionally Grown Vegetable Leaves In Sri Lanka Using Spectrophotometry
Presentation: Anti-diabetic Effect of Cinnamon in Sri Lanka
Poster Presentation: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Case Report
2013 Jan – 2015 Feb
Advanced Biomedical Science, BMS
Research Project: Molecular Identification of Aedes aegypti species collected from Nugegoda, Sri Lanka, using COI region
Presentation: Importance of nucleic acid based techniques in diagnosis of dengue, G1 checkpoint, Setting up a Molecular Laboratory, About the phase contrast microscope & Parkinson’s Disease
2007 Dec
GCE O/L: 10 (5A, 3B, 2C)
Mathematics (A), Science (B), Health (A), History (A), Islam (A) English (B), Business Studies (B), Tamil literature (C), Agriculture (C)
2008-2010
GCE A-Levels: 3 (2 C, 1 S)
Biology (C)
Chemistry (C)
Physics (S)
Demonstrated knowledge of International Conference on Harmonization – Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP) – Certified
Course Completion Date: 26 February 2017
CTN Expiration Date: 26 February 2020
Employment History
2017-Present
RemediumeOne Pvt. LtD, Sri Lanka
Position: Trainee Clinical Research Coordinator
2013- 2015
Part time
ECOWAVE (GUARANTEE) LIMITED, Sri Lanka
ECOWAVE (GUARANTEE) LIMITED is a social enterprise promoting sustainable development in Sri Lanka, Established in June 2012 and Registered as company limited by guarantee under the companies act No, 7 of 2007, based in Main Street, Arugam Bay, Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
Main responsibilities,
Provided support to the daily function of the Lab including routine production preparation
Clean and calibrate equipment and maintain appropriate routine charts
Maintain accurate log books of all performed procedures
Keep the laboratory in good condition before, during and after operation
Carry out the bio fertiliser production under the supervision of the senior Scientific Manager
Supported laboratory quality and safety initiatives according to the MSDS files
2011 – 2013
Istituto Corperazione Economica Internazionale (ICEI), Sri Lanka
ICEI, International Non-Governmental Organization registered under Voluntary Social Services Organizations (Registration & Supervision) Act No. 31 of 1980 as amended by the Ministry of Social Welfare: FL 109101, based in 532/2 Siebel Garden, Sirimavo Bandaranayaka Mawatha, Kandy and is represented by Luciano Rovesti, ICEI Country Representative & Project Manager in Sri Lanka
Position: Laboratory Assistant with A/L qualification
Main responsibilities,
Preparing equipment and chemicals
Performed calibration of equipment
Refilled reagent bottles as needed to ensure enough reagents for the next lab section
Managing the stock control of chemicals and equipment
Maintain accurate log books of all performed procedures
Supported laboratory quality and safety initiatives according to the MSDS files
Other Work Experience & Courses Attended
I have intended in Hospital where I worked at the Durdans Hospital (Multi-specialty private hospital) on Molecular Biology Techniques related to Nucleic Acid Based Diagnosis of Infectious Diseases, Cancers and Haematology disorders with hand on experience in Bacterial genomic, Human genomic DNA and Viral RNA extraction, PCR amplification and detection by gel electrophoresis of Tuberculosis, Dengue, JAK2, and AML (Sep 2014- Dec 2014).
Main responsibilities,
•Nucleic acid based diagnosis of infectious diseases, cancers and haematology disorders
•Bacterial genomic, human genomic DNA and Viral RNA extraction
•PCR amplification and detection by gel electrophoresis of Tuberculosis, Dengue, JAK2, and AML
•Maintain accurate log books of all performed procedures
•Supported laboratory quality and safety initiatives
I have done my project and part of research at the Molecular Laboratory, Department of Zoology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura and the research titled “Molecular Identification of Aedes aegypti species collected from Nugegoda, Sri Lanka, using COI region” under the supervision of Professor B. G. D. N. K De Silva (April 2015- Sep 2015)
Main responsibilities,
•Collection and identification of Aedes aegypti species
•Extraction of DNA of the Mosquitoes
•Performing PCR and Gel electrophoresis
•Maintain accurate log books of all performed procedures
•Supported laboratory quality and safety initiatives
•Preparing equipment and chemicals
•Performed calibration of equipment
I have attended one day international seminar on “Pre-analytical Quality Assurance” during Held on: August 18th, 2016 By National Reference Laboratory at Knowledge Village Conference Centre, United Arab Emirates, This activity is accredited by Health Authority of Abu Dhabi (HAAD) for 2 CME hours of Category 1 credit, Accreditation ID NO: NRLL/O2/6537/2016
KEY SKILLS
•PCR, Electrophoresis techniques, Spectrophotometer, methods in molecular biology
•Over 3 year experience in laboratory setting
•Health and safety briefing and thoroughly follow the guidelines and procedures
•Demonstrated ability to operate lab equipment
•In-depth knowledge of collecting specimens and performing simple tests under supervision
•Competent user of IT including any operating system like Microsoft word, Excel and Power point,
SPSS (statistical analysis software), and End note
•Ability to effectively work individually and in a team environment
•preparation, analysis and disposal of specimens for laboratory testing; conduct routine tests;
Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment; perform quality control on equipment, solutions and reagents; Maintain supplies and materials required for laboratory operations
Referees
Dr. Sajani Dias PhD (Colombo), BSc (Bangalore)
Designation: Program leader and lecturer in Immunology
Institute: BMS, 591, Galle Road, Colombo 6
Tel: +947********
E-mail: **********@***.**
Dr. Mathi Kandiah PhD (UK)
Designation: Deputy Dean/ Senior Lecturer
Institute: BMS, 591, Galle Road, Colombo 6
Contact number: +947********
E-mail: ***.***@***.**
Mohamed Nizar
Designation: Human Resource Manager
Institute: Arugambay, Sinna Ullai Pottuvil, P-15
Tel: +947********
E-mail: *****@*******.**