IBRAHIM ALAMIN
Montgomery,US
Summary
Highly motivated and accomplished microbiology PhD student actively seeking opportunities in the field of microbiology research and clinical laboratory science. Dedicated to making meaningful contributions to the advancement of scientific research and the improvement of patient care. Possess a strong background in microbiology, with a solid foundation in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and research methodologies. Committed to excellence, driven to pursue innovative solutions, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address complex challenges in the field.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Alabama State University
08.2022 - Current
- Isolate and study nitrogen-fixing cyanobacteria from Alabama for sustainable biomanufacturing (biofertilizer) and enhanced nitrogen fixation
- Studying metabolite overflow in wild-type and mutant strains helps find pathways that waste energy products so they can be adjusted to improve biomass or biofuel production
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing research findings and conclusions
- Drafted grant proposals to secure funding for projects from external sources
- Contributed significantly towards writing sections of published articles based on research conducted in the lab
- Created detailed project plans that included tasks, timelines, resources needed
Bioscience Internship Trainee
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Isolated and genetically characterized nitrogen-fixing cyanobacteria strains from Alabama samples using PCR and genomic sequencing to evaluate their potential for sustainable fertilizer production
- Conducted HPLC analysis of Synechocystis sp
- PCC 6803 wild-type and mutant strains to study metabolic overflow products and energy management
- Enhanced skills in genetic engineering, analytical techniques, and problem-solving, contributing to sustainable microbial biotechnology research
- Received mentorship in advanced bioscience techniques and biotechnological applications
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Children's Health
01.2017 - 08.2022
- Perform automated and biochemical testing to identify organisms, proficient in bacteriology, mycology, virology and molecular testing, very experienced with MIC and KB under CLIS guidelines, through understanding of CAP regulation and standards, communicates effectively with doctors and nurses regarding critical lab results
- Specimen handling, processing and observes safe disposal of bio-hazard waste
- Stocked, organized and prepared supplies
- Performed assay experiments Biofilm, Synergy assays help in the development of novel antibacterial therapeutics for multi-drug resistant bacteria
Research Assistant, Volunteer
UT Southwestern Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Stocked, organized and prepared supplies
- Performed Assay experiment Biofilm,Synergy assays
- Help in the development of novel
antibacterial therapeutics for multi drug resistant bacteria. - Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
JPS Health Network
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Perform automated and biochemical testing to identify organisms, proficient in bacteriology, mycology, virology and molecular testing, very experienced with MIC and KB under CLIS guidelines, through understanding of CAP regulation and standards, communicates effectively with doctors and nurses regarding critical lab results
- Specimen handling, processing and observes safe disposal of bio-hazard waste
- Stocked, organized and prepared supplies
- Performed assay experiments Biofilm, Synergy assays help in the development of novel antibacterial therapeutics for multi-drug resistant bacteria
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Trident, US
12.2015 - 01.2017
- Perform automated and biochemical testing to identify organisms, proficient in bacteriology, mycology, virology and molecular testing, very experienced with MIC and KB under CLIS guidelines, through understanding of CAP regulation and standards, communicates effectively with doctors and nurses regarding critical lab results
- Specimen handling, processing and observes safe disposal of bio-hazard waste
- Stocked, organized and prepared supplies
- Performed assay experiments Biofilm, Synergy assays help in the development of novel antibacterial therapeutics for multi-drug resistant bacteria
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Soba University Hospital
01.2012 - 03.2015
- Perform automated and biochemical testing to identify organisms, proficient in bacteriology, mycology, virology and molecular testing, very experienced with MIC and KB under CLIS guidelines, through understanding of CAP regulation and standards, communicates effectively with doctors and nurses regarding critical lab results
- Specimen handling, processing and observes safe disposal of bio-hazard waste
- Stocked, organized and prepared supplies
- Performed assay experiments Biofilm, Synergy assays help in the development of novel antibacterial therapeutics for multi-drug resistant bacteria
Teaching Assistant
Omdurman Ahlia University
01.2011 - 03.2015
- Teaching practical sessions for third and fourth-year undergraduate students
- Preparation of reagents and special culture media for teaching purposes
- Order or obtain materials needed for classes
- Provide assistance to faculty members or staff with laboratory or field research
- Assist faculty members or staff with student conferences
- Evaluate and grade examinations, assignments, and papers, and record grades
Education
Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) - Microbiology
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL12.2025
Master of Science - Medical Microbiology
University of Khartoum
03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science, Microbiology
Omdurman Ahlia University
10.2009
Associate of Science, High Diploma - Medical Laboratory Science
Al-Zaiem-Azhari University
01.2007
Skills
- Work ethic
- Self-motivated
- Detail oriented
- Quality control
- Quality assurance
- Strong verbal communication
- Conflict resolution
- Extremely organized
- Mastery level technique in manual and automated microbiology methods
- Molecular Methods (PCR)
- Cell Culture
- HPLC
- FTIR
- GC
- Western blot
- Real-time qPCR
- Data Analysis
Certification
International Microbiology Technologist M(ASCPi)
Publications
Molecular Characterization of Polyomaviruses (BKV, JCV) in Symptomatic Kidney Transplant Recipients in Sudan, American Journal of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, 2016, 4, 2, 44-51, http://pubs.sciepub.com/ajidm/4/2/5
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Bioscience Internship Trainee
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
12.2024 - 01.2025
Graduate Research Assistant
Alabama State University
08.2022 - Current
Research Assistant, Volunteer
UT Southwestern Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
JPS Health Network
06.2019 - 06.2020
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Children's Health
01.2017 - 08.2022
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Trident, US
12.2015 - 01.2017
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Soba University Hospital
01.2012 - 03.2015
Teaching Assistant
Omdurman Ahlia University
01.2011 - 03.2015
Master of Science - Medical Microbiology
University of Khartoum
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science, Microbiology
Omdurman Ahlia University
Associate of Science, High Diploma - Medical Laboratory Science
Al-Zaiem-Azhari University
Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) - Microbiology
Alabama State University
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