EDUCATION
Kenyatta University Bachelor of Science in Microbiology 2015-2019
Undergraduate thesis: “Microorganisms associated with spoilage of selected fresh
Vegetables from Githurai market Kenya”
Publication: “Frequency, prevalence and antimicrobial susceptibility of microorganisms causing urinary tract infections (UTIs)”
Onjiko High School KCSE Grade A- 2011-2014
Masara Primary School Mean Grade B- 2003-2010
WORK EXPERIENCE
Student Intern, CMR KEMRI- USAMRU Aug 2019 – to Date
- Sample collection, reception and processing.
- Accurate labeling of samples and preparation of worksheets.
- Culturing of bacteria including Neisseria gonorrhea and other pathogenic bacteria.
- Develop research project proposals of urinary tract infections.
- Preparation of bacteriologic media: MHA, CLED, SBA, MAC, SS, EMB and CCDA.
- Isolation of bacteria from stool, wound and urine samples.
- Bacterial colony description (morphology).
- Gram staining and microscopy of urine, stool and swab samples.
- Biochemical identification using VITEK2 and AP 12 kits for Neisseria gonorrhea and AP 20 Enteric bacteria.
- Antimicrobial susceptibility tests: Disc diffusion, E-test, automated Microscan and VITEK 2.
- DNA extraction of bacteria (E.coli, Enterococcus spp) and parasites (Echinococcus).
- Conventional and real-time PCR for DNA amplification.
- Indirect and Direct ELISA.
- Fire safety and Hazard communication of different signs in the laboratory.
- Laboratory equipment daily, weekly and monthly maintenance.
- Biological waste management by incineration and autoclave.
VOLUNTEER -MAMA PILISTA HEALTH CENTER 2017-2018
- Urine and stool microscopy.
- Collection of urine and stool samples.
- Administering consent before enrolling anyone from within the local community.
- Administering questionnaires.
STUDENT TRAINEE – KEMRI, BUSIA ALUPE December 2017
- Microscopy of malaria parasites
- Protein quantification and analysis by PAGE and Western blot
- Quantifying proteins and DNA using Nanodrop.
Laboratory safety training and basic Spanish.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND ABILITY
- Sample collection, reception, processing and storage.
- Labeling of samples.
- Conventional and real time PCR for DNA amplification.
- Consenting of those participating in the study.
- Bacterial identification and antimicrobial susceptibility tests.
- Indirect and direct ELISA.
- Administering questionnaires.
- Develop research project proposals of urinary tract infections.
- Biological waste management.
- Record keeping and reporting laboratory works to the supervisor.
- Communication and writing skills including thesis work for my undergraduate.
- Capacity building in mentoring youth children.
- Trained in Laboratory biosafety including Fire Safety, hazard communication, handling of blood .borne pathogens and other pathogenic microorganisms.
- Computer competency in Excel, STATA and Microsoft word.
- Speak basic conversational Spanish.
LEADERSHIP SKILLS
- Chairman of Kenyatta University Microbiology club.
- Student representative for the class of microbiology for 3 years.
REFEREES
- Valerie Oundo, Laboratory manager- CMR,KEMRI
Tel: +254 720460455 Email:Valerie.Oundo@usamru_k.org
- Dr. Shem Mutuiri, Kenyatta University, Exam-Coordinator Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Biotechnology.
Tel: 0721585200 E-mail:smutuiri@gmail.com
- Maryline Onyango, Administrator, Mama Pilista Hospital Tel:0718947032 E-mail:melyn209@gmail.com
To be the best research scientist in Kenya and the world creating new opportunities for the youths interested on resarch.