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Work History
Education
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LEADERSHIP ROLE
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GIDEON EFFI

Valdosta,USA

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Agriculture Field OfficerAgronomistFarm SupervisorResearch AssistantAgriculture Field and Lab Research Assistant

Work Type

Full TimeConsultingContract Work

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Valdosta, USA, US
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$60000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementTeam Building / Company RetreatsCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefits

Summary

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in agriculture field work and research. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Research Assistant

Valdosta State University
05.2024 - Current
  • Created isolate libraries for two difficult-to-cultivate fungal pathogens of peanut
  • Optimized a fungicide sensitivity assay for these pathogens
  • Screened the isolate libraries for fungicide sensitivities
  • Extracted DNA for molecular detection of fungicide resistance
  • Managed laboratory supplies and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and procedures.
  • Utilized advanced statistical software to analyze large datasets, uncovering key insights for informed decisionmaking.
  • Managed multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to high-quality standards.
  • Presented research findings at conferences and workshops, fostering professional growth and collaboration within the academic community.

Graduate Assistant

Valdosta State University
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Assisted faculty members in lab setups, instruction, and marking examinations
  • Assisted students with registration, scheduling, and course selection

Agriculture Extension Officer

Cocoa Health and Extension Division (CHED), Ghana Cocoa Board
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Supervised of mass spraying to control insect pests
  • Conducted field demonstrations of new products, techniques and services.
  • Collaborated with producers to diagnose and prevent production problems.
  • Supervised annual nursery to raise seedlings for growers
  • Organized field visits to identify the best practices in crop production
  • Maintained records of farm productivity data to inform policy decisions at the national level
  • Coordinated efforts between multiple stakeholders to create integrated pest management plans
  • Mentored junior extension officers, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance in outreach efforts.
  • Initiated community-based projects that focused on sustainable resource management and environmental conservation efforts within the farming sector.
  • Championed gender inclusion initiatives by promoting women''s involvement in agricultural decision-making processes.
  • Promoted climate-smart agriculture techniques, helping farmers adapt to changing weather patterns.
  • Implemented soil conservation measures, resulting in improved soil fertility and reduced erosion.

Senior Quality Control Assistant

Quality Control Company Limited (QCCL) (Ghana Cocoa Board)
01.2011 - 01.2019
  • Team member to obtain ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS) certification
  • Inspected and ensured quality compliance of incoming and outgoing shipments
  • Analyzed quality data to identify performance trends
  • Graded and sealed dried cocoa beans
  • Oversaw warehouse operations and disinfestation in public areas

Education

Master of Science (M.S.) - Biology

Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA
12.2025

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Agriculture Science

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)
01.2020

Diploma - Agriculture Science (Post Harvest Technology)

University of Ghana
01.2017

Skills

  • SPSS Data Analyses
  • R-Studio
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Problem-solving
  • Scientific communication
  • Presentation skills
  • Data organization
  • Data interpretation
  • Fieldwork experience
  • Research reporting

Timeline

Graduate Research Assistant

Valdosta State University
05.2024 - Current

Graduate Assistant

Valdosta State University
08.2023 - 05.2025

Agriculture Extension Officer

Cocoa Health and Extension Division (CHED), Ghana Cocoa Board
01.2019 - 01.2023

Senior Quality Control Assistant

Quality Control Company Limited (QCCL) (Ghana Cocoa Board)
01.2011 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Agriculture Science

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)

Diploma - Agriculture Science (Post Harvest Technology)

University of Ghana

Master of Science (M.S.) - Biology

Valdosta State University

Conferences and Presentations

  • G. Effi, E.G. Cantonwine, A. Lokdarshi, A.K. Culbreath. Comparing in vitro assays for detecting fungicide resistance in early and late leaf spots of peanuts, 2025 APRES (Oral presentation)
  • Valdosta State University Graduate Annual Research Symposium, 2024 (Oral presentation)
  • G. Effi, E.G. Cantonwine, A. Lokdarshi. Developing a microtiter plate assay to rapidly assess early and late leaf spot pathogen biomass. American Peanut Research and Education Society, Oklahoma City, OK, 2024. Poster
  • Ghana Cocoa Board Regional Rally on Environmental Protection for Sustainable Agriculture, 2021 (Main speaker)

LEADERSHIP ROLE

  • Zonal Extension coordinator, Cocoa Health and Extension Division, 2023
  • Cocoa seedlings nursery supervisor, 2021-2023
  • Cocoa Swollen Shot Virus Disease (CSSVD) treatment supervisor 2021-2023
  • Community Cocoa Insect pest mass spraying supervisor 2019-2023

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