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:

+94-77-357****

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: aczqfd@r.postjobfree.com

Dr. Mathi Kandiah PhD (UK)

Designation: Deputy Dean/ Senior Lecturer

Institute: BMS, 591, Galle Road, Colombo 6

Contact number: +947********

E-mail: aczqfd@r.postjobfree.com

Mohamed Nizar

Designation: Human Resource Manager

Institute: Arugambay, Sinna Ullai Pottuvil, P-15

Tel: +947********

E-mail: aczqfd@r.postjobfree.com

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