Ayodeji Ipinmoroti
Montgomery,AL
Summary
Resourceful research scientist, passionate about advancing knowledge in the immunology of infectious diseases, vaccine formulation & development, and unraveling mechanisms of clinical immunity in viral infection, to better understand the immunological consequences through high-quality research. Self-motivated professional with excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Doctoral Research Candidate (Pre-doctoral Fellow)
Alabama State University
08.2020 - Current
- Wrote 2 papers, cohesively tying together studies conducted by department and professor.
- Collected data and observed trends while conducting co-infection study using Human Adenovirus type III and Coronavirus.
- Performed nanoparticle immunological research in vivo (mice) and in vitro (primary and cell lines) to study effect of Chlamydia vaccine candidate on protective immunity
- Employed amplicon-based NGS technology for sequencing and amplifying fragments of our purified DNA and re-assembled library output genomic sequence for analysis.
- Designed research projects and established clear trajectories to achieve intended information.
- Developed new approaches and reviewed laboratory protocols for optimization while improving quality of new approaches in virus infection immunology.
- Supported creation of comprehensive immunology and drug development program based on extensive research and refinement.
- Created thoughtful processes while designing research to support groundbreaking discoveries in microbiology and immunology research.
- Authored 8 professional scientific papers for publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
- Supported summer research programs by assisting students in brainstorming areas for potential research through publishing papers on completed projects.
- Supervised 5 Ph.D., 2 master and 2 undergraduate students in learning new immunological and basic research techniques and data analysis while increasing group cohesion and communication between trainees
- Synthesized data and interpreted trends in writing, publishing 8 papers on microbiological and immunological studies at Alabama State University
Food Quality Laboratory Technologist
Leclerc Foods
11.2017 - 07.2018
- Ensured high-quality standards of raw materials, production, and products while enforcing GMP resulting in increased product awareness and recommendation by 21%.
- Carried out laboratory testing and examination of raw materials, stored and finished products to ensure they conform with proper GMP guidelines
- Supported company in maintaining a work environment focused on quality, communication, collaboration, integration, and teamwork.
- Mentored and coached a 3-man team on QA topics and strategies.
- Organized and maintained work environment to allow for maximum productivity.
- Fixed identified issues to improve workflows.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Trained and supervised 2 junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
Biomedical Lab Research Assistant (Volunteer)
Core Facility, Quillen College Of Medicine
05.2016 - 11.2017
- Assisted team with research study-related tasks.
- Developed and maintained research tools such as spreadsheets, questionnaires, and brochures.
- Developed and coordinated research subject schedules in compliance with research protocol.
- Performed data analysis and interpretation of results from 2 clinical trials and 1 epidemiological studies.
- Determined cause of unexpected test results and other issues by identifying and resolving technical and equipment problems.
- Conducted root cause analysis to enhance quality and laboratory processes.
- Analyzed cultures using molecular-based and biochemical techniques.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Quality Laboratory Scientist
Miraflash Pharmaceutical Ltd
05.2013 - 06.2015
- Performed and documented accurate transfusion reaction investigations.
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Analyzed testing results based on established indicators, submitting findings to central lab database.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Conducted moderately complex analysis to support process development.
- Simultaneously managed several complex projects, meeting all pertinent milestones.
- Performed complex troubleshooting and assisted in leading initiatives to solve challenging scientific problems with assays or instrumentation.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Olumorin Specialist Hospital
11.2011 - 05.2013
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to NHA (U.S HIPAA), internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Performed comprehensive analysis of patient samples and generated detailed reports to inform medical staff of results.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making them readily available during testing for convenience.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff, and patient infection risks.
- Conducted chemical analysis of blood, urine, or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
Education
Ph.D. - Microbiology (Virology And Immunology Research)
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL12.2023
Master of Science - Biology (Microbiology Concentration)
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN07.2017
Bachelor of Technology - Microbiology
Federal University of Technology Akure
Nigeria08.2011
Skills
- Project Management
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Research Proposals
- Immunoassays
- Flow Cytometry
- Vaccine development
- Protein Purification
- Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Accomplishments
- Three (3) EPSCoR-NSF (GRSP) Fellowship
- Eight (8) scientific publications
- Eleven (11) conference presentations
Affiliations
- American Society for Microbiologist
- American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Certification
- CITI Physical Science Responsible Conduct of Research (Credential ID: 17286646) Sep 2015
- CITI Working with Mice in Research (Credential ID: 28771499) Oct 2018
- Tools for Data Science (Credential ID: 7BF472ZBZXC8) Jan 2023
- Data Science Methodology (Credential ID: 7T97U3P83A9Y) Jan 2023
- Python for Data Science, AI & Development (Credential ID: YB6KWHS4U2QM) Feb 2023
Timeline
Doctoral Research Candidate (Pre-doctoral Fellow)
Alabama State University
08.2020 - Current
Food Quality Laboratory Technologist
Leclerc Foods
11.2017 - 07.2018
Biomedical Lab Research Assistant (Volunteer)
Core Facility, Quillen College Of Medicine
05.2016 - 11.2017
Quality Laboratory Scientist
Miraflash Pharmaceutical Ltd
05.2013 - 06.2015
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Olumorin Specialist Hospital
11.2011 - 05.2013
Ph.D. - Microbiology (Virology And Immunology Research)
Alabama State University
Master of Science - Biology (Microbiology Concentration)
East Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Technology - Microbiology
Federal University of Technology Akure
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