Adejoke Mary Ajao
Beaumont,TX
Summary
Skilled Graduate Research Assistant, eager to apply advanced studies and research experience to a dynamic new role in the Industry. Versed in Gas Chromatographic Technique, High-Performance Liquid Chromatographic Technique, NMR and FTIR
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Lamar University
Beaumont, Texas, USA
08.2021 - Current
- Prepare lab and chemicals for classes
- Maintain a safe environment and proper handling and disposal of chemicals
- Researching the “Understanding the Role of farnesol and Ultraviolet Radiation in the inhibition of Candida Tropicalis using Gas chromatography GC in separation and identification of different sterols in sterol samples
- Conducted literature reviews and synthesized research findings in preparation for data analysis.
- Prepared and presented reports on research progress to faculty members.
- Assisted with the design of experiments, study protocols, and data collection methods.
- Performed laboratory tests, sample collections, and other technical tasks related to research studies.
- Interpreted results from experiments or surveys and identified potential implications for further study or applications in practice.
- Participated in weekly lab meetings to discuss ongoing work within the lab group setting.
- Executed qualitative and quantitative analysis on wide range of data.
- Provided comprehensive research assistance and support when designing and executing experiments.
- Maintained laboratory operations and assisted with testing activities.
- Educated undergraduate students on laboratory protocols and activities.
- Optimized equipment with calibration and maintenance to obtain accurate and precise results.
- Conducted experiments properly by adhering to health, safety and environmental regulations.
- Managed laboratory teams and delegated tasks to complete experiments.
Scientific Officer
Federal Ministry of Science Technology and Innovation
Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
10.2013 - 07.2021
- Developed protocols for laboratory experiments and monitored the results to ensure accuracy.
- Provided training to personnel on proper laboratory techniques and safety procedures.
- Assisted with the development of new products by performing tests and providing feedback on results.
- Prepared presentations summarizing research outcomes for departmental meetings and conferences.
- Collaborated with other scientists in the design of experiments and collection of data.
- Managed laboratory equipment and supplies to ensure they are properly maintained and calibrated.
- Reviewed study protocols for compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
- Drafted documents such as reports, policies, SOPs., related to scientific operations.
- Monitored quality control measures throughout the experimental process.
- Investigated discrepancies between expected results and actual results from experiments.
- Maintained records of experiments conducted including raw data sets, calculations.
Laboratory Scientist
Nigerian Institute of Science Laboratory Technology
IBD, Oyo State
04.2016 - 04.2019
- Analyzed various samples in the research lab
- Assisted clients with analyzing samples to support outside work or studies.
- Participated in government projects to assess disasters in a particular country or event
- Found results and provided findings of effects of disasters
- Analyzing samples using Gas Chromatography GC and High-Performance Liquid Chromatography HPLC instrument
- Developed quality control systems to monitor the performance of laboratory instruments and reagents.
- Maintained accurate records of all laboratory test results in accordance with established protocols.
- Conducted research on new methods for testing samples in the laboratory setting.
- Assisted in developing standard operating procedures for laboratory operations, safety protocols, and equipment maintenance.
- Monitored inventory levels of chemicals, supplies, reagents, and other materials necessary for successful operation of the lab facility.
- Calibrated a variety of instruments used in the lab setting according to manufacturer specifications.
Scientific Officer
University College Hospital (UCH)
Ibadan, Oyo-State, Nigeria
06.2011 - 07.2012
- Recycling, Testing, Analyzing, and ensuring that the water is suitable for distribution to the Hospital system
- Daily checking of water reservoirs in some wards and chlorinating of some water on request.
- Provided training to personnel on proper laboratory techniques and safety procedures.
Research Assistant (Intern)
Institute of Advanced Medical Research and Training (IMRAT), College of Medicine, University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Oyo-State, Nigeria
01.2009 - 07.2009
- Supported research of HIV parasites in experimental animals and the physiological effects of the drugs used
- Utilized centrifuge, autoclave, incubator, water bath, and other equipment to carry out an analysis
- Immunohistochemistry Analysis (Testing of some tissues for traces of cancer cells)
Education
Master of Science - Chemistry
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Pure And Applied Chemistry
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Nigeria12.2010
Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Designing Experiments
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Managing Laboratory Supplies
- Presentation Skills
- Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis
- Preparing Samples and Specimens
- Experiment Coordination
- Experiment Protocols
- Research Methodologies
- Research and Analysis
- Scientific Paper Experience
- Best Laboratory Practices
- Lab Safety Procedures
Personal Strategies
Good communication and problem-solving skills, resource team player innovation, and challenges oriented. Ability to work effectively and efficiently with little or no supervision.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Yoruba
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
Associate Member, Nigerian Institute of Science Laboratory Technology-Licensed [ Laboratory Scientist]
Volunteer Experience
Participation in Registration of participants attending the 2022 and 2023 Society of Plastic Engineers (SPE) International Polyolefins Conference tagged “Reimaging the Global Polyolefin Industry After Pandemic” Galveston, Texas, U.S.A
Campaigning against HIV/Aids and Corruption through the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Nigeria.
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Lamar University
08.2021 - Current
Laboratory Scientist
Nigerian Institute of Science Laboratory Technology
04.2016 - 04.2019
Scientific Officer
Federal Ministry of Science Technology and Innovation
10.2013 - 07.2021
Scientific Officer
University College Hospital (UCH)
06.2011 - 07.2012
Research Assistant (Intern)
Institute of Advanced Medical Research and Training (IMRAT), College of Medicine, University of Ibadan
01.2009 - 07.2009
Master of Science - Chemistry
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science - Pure And Applied Chemistry
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Associate Member, Nigerian Institute of Science Laboratory Technology-Licensed [ Laboratory Scientist]
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