Laboratory Technician Research Project

SYMON

OCHIENG

PROFILE

Symon Ochieng is a dedicated and

detail-oriented Plant Pathologist and

has an extensive experience in

collecting and analyzing agricultural

data. Very good at critical thinking and

problem solving. Skilled in in

conducting field research, diagnosing

plant diseases and providing effective

management solutions. Adept at

collaborating with famers to improve

crop health and yield. Have knowledge

on etiology and epidemiology in plant

pathology.

CONTACT

PHONE:

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EMAIL:

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HOBBIES

STUDYING

GAMING

SCIENTIFIC WRITING

REFEREES

1. Dr. Mohamed Issa Senior

lecturer JKUAT

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2. Mr. M Ndiritu

Laboratory technician

JKUAT

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3. Mr. Frederick Oriewo

Senior Pastor Open

Gates Church - Thika

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EDUCATION

Coursework: Plant disease epidemiology, integrated pest management, entomology, molecular biology, plant-microbe interaction, biostatistics and experimental design, plant virology, applied computing, fundamentals of computing, research project, research methodology, nematology, environmental science, environmental microbiology, genetic engineering, microbial genetics, weed science, pesticide science and safety application, Bioinformatics among others.

YEAR INSTITUTION QUALIFICATION

2021-2025 Jomo Kenyatta

University of

Agriculture and

Technology

Degree

BSc. Plant Pathology

Second class honours

2017-2020 Kameji High School KCSE Grade C+

2009-2016 Kirambo Primary

School

KCPE Marks 306

WORK EXPERIENCE

KITIL FARM CENTRE FOR BIOTECHNOLOGY

INTERNSHIP

APRIL 2024 – SEPTEMBER 2024

• Laboratory work and tissue culture of pyrethrum

• Maintained aseptic laboratory conditions

• Data collection and documentation

• Conducted laboratory tests to identify plant pathogens and assed their impact on pyrethrum health.

• Participated in workshops, research and development Projects 2023/2024 Academic year

• Participated in a successful research project at SAJOREC JKUAT

2021-2025 Academic year

• An active member of Jomo Kenyatta University Society of Biologist JKUSOB

SKILLS

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Team player with a positive attitude

• Goal-oriented and highly organized

• Ability to work under minimal supervision

• Collaboration, data collection and analysis

• Computer skills ( Microsoft word, excel and email) Languages

English

Kiswahili

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