Detail-oriented professional with hands-on experience in laboratory diagnostics, quality assurance, and microbiological analysis. Passionate about innovative and sustainable biotechnological solutions.
View My WorkMSc Microbiology & Biotechnology
📍 Gauteng, South Africa
I am a detail-oriented Microbiology and Biotechnology professional with extensive hands-on experience in laboratory diagnostics, quality assurance, and microbiological analysis. My expertise spans molecular techniques, cell culture, and bioinformatics, with a proven ability to maintain regulatory standards and perform accurate data interpretation.
Throughout my academic journey at the University of the Witwatersrand, I have developed specialization in bioprocessing and nematology, with particular focus on entomopathogenic nematodes and their applications in sustainable agriculture. My research contributes to innovative solutions for pest management while maintaining environmental sustainability.
I am passionate about contributing to R&D initiatives and bringing precision, teamwork, and a strong work ethic to biotechnology research and quality assurance teams.
Dissertation: "The temperature and desiccation capabilities of entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) and their host range against problematic insect pests in the agriculture sector"
Focus: Bioprocessing (Nematology) with techniques including EPN isolation, symbiotic bacterial identification, abiotic stress optimisation, and tolerance assessment.
Thesis: "Bioleaching of indigenous platinum group metals from low-grade ore using cyanide producing bacteria"
Focus: Synthetic Biology, Gene Regulation, and Epigenetics. Completed comprehensive Laboratory Techniques Course.
Major 1: Genetics and Advanced Developmental Biology
Major 2: Microbiology and Biotechnology
Strong foundation in biological sciences with specialization in genetics and microbiology.
Research Focus: Bioprocessing (Nematology). Dissertation on entomopathogenic nematodes and their agricultural applications.
Research Focus: Synthetic Biology, Gene Regulation, Epigenetics. Thesis on bioleaching of platinum group metals.
Double major in Genetics & Advanced Developmental Biology, and Microbiology & Biotechnology.
Prepared media, reagents, and materials following GLP protocols. Maintained sterile lab conditions, conducted QC inspections, assisted in PCR and microbial culturing procedures, and guided students in practical assessments.
Created technical writing guides for lab reporting and documentation. Emphasized clarity, precision, and proper scientific structure in student reports.
Coordinated multiple examination venues simultaneously. Enforced rigorous compliance with protocols and operational procedures.
Selected among top 10 candidates with best business plan from 300 participants in Entrepreneurial Incubator Programme.