Muhammad Asim
M. Phil, M.Sc
**********@*****.***
H# 54, Block A2, Johar Town,
Lahore.
For the Post of
Molecular Biologist/Molecular Technologist
Professional Experience
Currently working as Molecular Biologist at Jinnah hospital/AIMC since October 2017.
Currently working as Molecular Biologist at Hameed Latif hospital since April 2016.
Worked as Molecular Application Specialist at “Briogene Pvt Ltd” for one and half years.
Worked as Molecular Biologist at “Rahila Research and Reference Lab” for two years.
Six-month work experience on PCR at QOL, UVAS Lahore.
One month as an intern at the PCR section, Clinical Laboratory Ganga Ram hospital Lahore.
Certificates
Two-day capacity building workshop on “Laboratory Biosafety and Biosecurity Risk Assessment” organized by the National Institute of Health (NIH).
Three-day capacity building workshop on “Detection, response to Novel Influenza Viruses and rapid response” organized by the National Institute of Health (NIH).
Three-day training workshop on “Laboratory Diagnosis of COVID-19 PCR” organized by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Three-day training workshop on Influenza Epidemiology and Real-time PCR organized by the National Institute of Health (NIH).
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Two-day Biosafety and Biorisk training workshop organized by the American Society of Microbiology.
A one-day workshop on Biosafety, Organized by AIMC. Professional Expertise
I have a good experience in Molecular Diagnosis and Applied research. Molecular Biology Techniques
Established BSL-II Lab at Jinnah Hospital, Hameed Latif Hospital, Lahore Airport, and Sialkot International Airport.
Real-time PCR for HCV, HBV, COVID, CMV, HSV, MTB, HPV, BCR-ABL, and oncology markers.
PCR panel testing for Respiratory, Meningitis & fever pathogens.
HPV DNA test by hybridization method.
Trained and worked on different PCR Automation and Real-time PCR instruments.
DNA, RNA Extraction, cDNA synthesis
Quantification by Nanodrop and Gel Electrophoresis
Standardization of PCR, One-step PCR, Gradient PCR, RT-PCR Serological Techniques
Different types of ELISA such as direct, indirect, Sandwich, competitive ELISA
Quantiferon TB Gold Plus
Animal handling experience
Experience in maintenance, care, and handling of lab animals like mice, rats, and chickens for experimental studies.
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Summary of Qualification
1. M. Phil Molecular Biology (2017)
CGPA: 3.26 / 4.00
University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences Lahore
2. M. Sc Biotechnology (2012)
CGPA: 3.44 / 4.00
University of Lahore
Research Topic (Thesis)
1. M. Phil:
Molecular Cloning and Characterization of structural protein gene VP1 of Foot and Mouth Disease Virus Serotype-O.
2. M. Sc:
Bioremediation of Heavy Metals from Different Industrial Effluents by Brassica Napus.
Area of Interest
Molecular Diagnosis
Molecular Techniques
Genetic Engineering
Gene Cloning
Vaccine Production
Bioinformatics
Academic & Administrative Skills
Teaches MLT Molecular Biology classes.
Concept Oriented Study
Event organization & management
Problem identification & resolution
Time management
Team leadership
References
Reference will be provided on request
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