Research Technician

Obinna Ohaegbula

Sheikh Saqr Bin Khalid Road, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE

******.*********@*****.*** • +971-**-***-****, (+234) 902-***-****

CAREER OBJECTIVE

Goal-oriented recent college graduate with a bachelor’s degree (BSc.) in Medical Biotechnology and 3 months of work experience. Aiming to leverage my academic experience and proven knowledge of Sample collection, testing and Biochemical Analysis, General Laboratory Practices (GLP) and a wealth of Biotechnology Assays to successfully fill the role of Laboratory Assistant at your company. Frequently praised as knowledgeable and adaptable by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals.

EDUCATION

American University of Ras Al Khaimah - Cumulative GPA: 3.14/4 Ras Al Khaimah, AE

Bachelor of Science in Medical Biotechnology Graduation: December 2019

Relevant Coursework: Bioinformatics, Biomolecules Analysis, Biotechnology Lab Methods & Techniques, Cell Culture Theory & Technology, Molecular Diagnostics, Medical Microbiology, Research Methodology, Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Saqr Hospital Ras Al Khaimah, AE

Laboratory Intern Jun 2019 – Aug 2019

Collected blood samples from patients observing principles of asepsis

Collaborated with senior Laboratory professionals to conduct biochemical analysis of blood using automatic analyzers to detect abnormalities or diseases

Cultivated, isolated and identified microorganisms for analysis

Streamlined the workflow in the laboratory by picking up minor responsibilities around the laboratory, allowing the professionals to focus on more important tasks, thereby maintaining a high level of accuracy and reducing error margins

Shadowed Laboratory Technologists, Biochemists, Hematologists and Pathologists in an MOH regulated laboratory environment

Supervised and instructed fellow interns

LEADERSHIP/ACTIVITIES

American University of Ras Al Khaimah Ras Al Khaimah, AE

Student Research Lead Sep 2019 – Dec 2019

Led a research group comprising of 3 other student researchers in which we studied the effects of catechol on breast cancer cells

Led and coordinated my team to establish and optimize a Western blot protocol for the first time at the University

Troubleshooted a compromised experiment setup to isolate the contaminating factor and resolve errors in the data

Freelance volunteer Tutor Jan 2016 – Dec 2019

Organized tutoring sessions for academically challenged students in my spare time free of charge

Managed groups of up to 6 students from different cultural, religious and socio-economic backgrounds

Developed and facilitated ice breaker and team building activities to foster community among students

Other Affiliations: Biotechnology Club

SKILLS & INTERESTS

Language: Fluent in English, Basic conversational French

Laboratory: Familiar with several Biotechnology assays, Gel Electrophoresis, Pipetting, Cell Culture, Microbiology plating, Western Blotting, PCR, DNA Fingerprinting

Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook

Interests: Traveling to new places and experiencing new cultures, playing co-operative video games that foster teamwork and collaborative effort, Reading scientific journals and fiction

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