ABRAHAM ABATI
New Britain,United States of America
Summary
To work in a dynamic environment, participate actively and contribute productively towards the achievement of the organizational goals and objectives while developing my skills yet further.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer, Surgical services
Middlesex Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Serve as the runner/link between the operating room and the sterile processing unit
- Ensure surgical instruments, equipment’s and tools are available in the surgical services
- Transport surgical tools, equipment and materials from central sterile processing unit to the operating room
Teacher Support Counselor
The Adelbrook Behavioural and Developmental Services
07.2023 - Current
- Assist teachers in small groups or 1:1 activity that engage students in learning activities
- Work with teachers, staff and administrators to foster therapeutic and academic goal
- Transition of student from residential program to the learning environment
- Implements behavioural plan and collects data through electronic health record (EHR)
Molecular Biologist
Advanced Fertility Center of Kingswill Specialist Hospital
07.2019 - 05.2023
- Conducting Ion ReproSeq Library construction, using Ion Chef system and ion GeneStudioS5 Next Generation Sequencing operations for molecular diagnostic testing.
- Performed molecular diagnostic testing of Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing (PGT-A, PGT-M, PGT-SR), pre-natal diagnosis and paternity testing.
- Expert in high-throughput DNA/Protein isolation, Purification and Quantification, Gel Electrophoresis, micro-array analysis, Blotting techniques, PCR analysis, sanger sequencing and data analysis and interpretation.
- Responsible for laboratory and equipment maintenance.
Research Intern
The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR)
04.2019 - 11.2019
- Molecular Biology Research analysis
- Gene sequencing in the determination of viral load for AIDS patients
- Tuberculosis diagnosis and treatment monitoring
- DNA extraction, amplification and quantification
- Gel Electrophoresis and micro-array analysis
- Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) and Sanger Sequencing analysis
Hospital Manager
OneLife Hospital
02.2017 - 04.2019
- Overseeing all hospital operations
- Management of Hospital staff welfare, hiring, training and supervision
- Procurement and maintenance of hospital facilities
- Maintaining standards and Quality control of facilities
- Developing and management of hospital budgets and finances
Research Assistant
Eko University of Medicine and Health Sciences
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Performed biological and biochemical assays such as flow cytometry, ELISA, PCR to characterize cell lines and biological molecules.
- Managed laboratory equipment and resources, ensuring proper maintenance and optimal functionality.
- Contributed to development of research proposals, aligning with strategic objectives and securing project approvals.
- Supported grant writing efforts, securing essential funding for groundbreaking research projects.
Research Assistant
Molecular Biology Research Laboratory
03.2014 - 02.2015
- Conducted independent research experiments using a wide variety of techniques.
- Conducted high-throughput DNA/Protein isolation, Purification and Quantification, Gel Electrophoresis, micro-array analysis, Blotting techniques, PCR analysis, sanger sequencing and data analysis and interpretation.
- Performed molecular Diagnostic testing
- DNA analysis
Laboratory Scientist (Industrial Training)
NATIONAL AGENCY FOR FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION AND CONTROL (NAFDAC)
04.2011 - 10.2011
- Cell and maintain mammalian cell lines as required to support biological and functional assays.
- Generate cell lines for testing of vaccines and drugs.
- Performed biological and biochemical assays such as flow cytometry, ELISA, PCR to characterize cell lines and biological molecules.
- Performed Invivo analysis for the testing of vaccines and drugs.
Science Teacher and Laboratory Scientist
NIGERIA PREMIER COLLEGE
01.2003 - 12.2007
- Teaching students Biology course
- Preparation of laboratory Reagents
- Procurement of laboratory equipment
- Organizing and conducting practical class to students
Education
M.Sc. - Biomolecular Science
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT05-2025
M.Sc. - Genetics
University Of Lagos
Akoka, Lagos State12-2016
Bachelor of Science - Cell Biology and Genetics
University Of Lagos
Akoka, Lagos State12-2012
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication
- Research and data collection
- Problem-solving
- PCR techniques
- Gel electrophoresis
- Scientific writing and Data interpretation
- Cell culture techniques
- Next generation sequencing
Accomplishments
Certificate in Ion ReproSeq Library preparation, Ion Chef
and ion GeneStudioS5 Next Generation Sequencing operations awarded by ThermoFisher Scientific.
Certificate in PGD SEQ for Pre-Implantation Genetic testing-Monogenic Disorder awarded by Journey Genomics, Parque Cientifico, Elche, Spain.
Certification
- Fellow of Association of Public Health Laboratory (APHL), 01/01/24
- Certificate in Ion ReproSeq Library preparation, Ion Chef and Ion GeneStudioS5 Next Generation Sequencing operations, ThermoFisher Scientific
- Certificate in PGD SEQ for Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing- Monogenic Disorder, Journey Genomics, Parque Cientifico, Elche, Spain
- Central Sterile Processing Technician, The Ramirez Institute of Sterile Processing, 07/01/23
- Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
Research Publications
- Genetic diversity in corchorus olitorius L. Grown in southwest Nigeria inferred from RAPD data, Adeyemo, Oyenike, Abati, Abraham, Jordan Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 11, 2, 329-337, 2015
- Usefulness of Digital Dermatoglyphics as Indicator of Academic Performance among a Group of Nigerian Students, Taiwo, Idowu, Abati, Abraham, Society for Experimental Biology of Nigeria Journal, 18, 3, 129-133, 2018
Timeline
Volunteer, Surgical services
Middlesex Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Teacher Support Counselor
The Adelbrook Behavioural and Developmental Services
07.2023 - Current
Molecular Biologist
Advanced Fertility Center of Kingswill Specialist Hospital
07.2019 - 05.2023
Research Intern
The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR)
04.2019 - 11.2019
Hospital Manager
OneLife Hospital
02.2017 - 04.2019
Research Assistant
Eko University of Medicine and Health Sciences
02.2015 - 01.2017
Research Assistant
Molecular Biology Research Laboratory
03.2014 - 02.2015
Laboratory Scientist (Industrial Training)
NATIONAL AGENCY FOR FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION AND CONTROL (NAFDAC)
04.2011 - 10.2011
Science Teacher and Laboratory Scientist
NIGERIA PREMIER COLLEGE
01.2003 - 12.2007
M.Sc. - Biomolecular Science
Central Connecticut State University
M.Sc. - Genetics
University Of Lagos
Bachelor of Science - Cell Biology and Genetics
University Of Lagos
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