COURAGE AKPAN
Gaston,SC
Summary
My objective is to gain the essential knowledge and skills to pursue scientific research, apply analysis, lean methodology and latest technology to lead change and tackle new projects and ideas in areas relating to biotechnology.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Treatment Assistant
Wellpath Recovery Solutions
09.2022 - Current
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Enhanced patient comfort during sessions with empathetic communication and a supportive environment.
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing emotional distress during the recovery process.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through consistent empathy and understanding during challenging moments.
Juvenile Specialist
South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice
01.2018
- Exercise safety, security, measures in an institutional setting: observes and reports activities of juveniles in an institutionalized population
- Physically responds appropriately to emergency situations
- Serves as a member of treatment team by observing and reporting activities of assigned juveniles: implements appropriate aspects of the treatment program
- Ensures proper grooming of all juveniles.
Assistant Laboratory Scientist
Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital
01.2007 - 12.2007
- Collection of blood, urine samples
- Analyze samples of blood, tissue and body fluids to determine chemical content
- Preparing the samples for examination, using automated equipment and specialized instrumentation, and interpreting the results.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
Graduate Student
Professor Huriye Icil Organic Chemistry Research Group, Eastern Mediterranean University
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Perform routine tasks in a research environment
- Dispense supplies to laboratories, clean glassware, maintain inventory, perform assays, set up and conduct experiences
- Assist Professor H.Icil in development and implementation of experiments.
- Maintained a high level of organization throughout the course of study, ensuring deadlines were consistently met without compromising work quality.
- Maintained tidy and organized environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
Chemistry Tutor
Zion Place Group of Schools
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Planning, preparing and delivering lessons to all students in the class
- Assigning work, correcting and marking work carried out by students
- Assessing, recording and reporting on the development, progress, attainment and behavior of students.
- Tracked student progress and adjusted teaching methods accordingly for optimal results in knowledge acquisition and retention.
- Built strong rapport with students, fostering an open dialogue that facilitated effective communication of difficult subject matter.
- Prepared students for examinations by reviewing key concepts, conducting mock tests, and providing targeted feedback for improvement.
Coordinator
National Red Cross Society
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Organizing trainings for high school students
- Community development programs
- Providing first-line disaster response services
- Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
- Evacuating the injured or people endangered by disasters
- Promoted health initiatives among vulnerable populations through participation in vaccination campaigns and health promotion efforts.
Education
Masters of Science in Chemistry (Hons) -
Eastern Mediterranean University
08.2016
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry (Hons) -
Ambrose Alli University
01.2008
Skills
- Proficient in MS Office Application and Corel
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with high level of enthusiasm and ability to work
- Chemical Handling
- Laboratory techniques
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Microsoft Excel
Certification
Nigeria Institute of Management (NIM) Chartered - Graduate Member, 2010
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/11/86
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Marital Status: Single
Training
Organic Chemistry Conference 2016, Las Vegas, USA, 2016
Timeline
Resident Treatment Assistant
Wellpath Recovery Solutions
09.2022 - Current
Juvenile Specialist
South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice
01.2018
Graduate Student
Professor Huriye Icil Organic Chemistry Research Group, Eastern Mediterranean University
01.2014 - 01.2016
Chemistry Tutor
Zion Place Group of Schools
01.2011 - 01.2013
Coordinator
National Red Cross Society
01.2009 - 01.2010
Assistant Laboratory Scientist
Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital
01.2007 - 12.2007
Masters of Science in Chemistry (Hons) -
Eastern Mediterranean University
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry (Hons) -
Ambrose Alli University
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