MICHELLE MUNYASA
Lutherville Timonium,Maryland
Summary
A professional with extensive knowledge in clinical and research laboratory operations. A highly motivated team player who enjoys being part of a successful and productive team. A hardworking individual who values quality work and has a strong attention to detail. Possesses excellent communication skills and is adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Strives to work in a healthy environment that is growth oriented and encourages teamwork and commitment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
LABORATORY TRAINEE
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY- GLOBAL HEALTH KENYA
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Received and evaluated samples for acceptability according to prescribed criteria
- Kept an organized laboratory log of all samples received and tested
- Prepared samples for analysis according to established procedures
- Isolated bacteria from urine, stool, and environmental samples
- Prepared fecal swabs from stool specimens
- Conducted urinalysis on collected urine samples
- Performed bacterial identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing using the Vitek2
- Performed basic microbiology techniques like media/buffer and culture preparation
- Documented quality assurance procedures applied during testing
- Ensured that study equipment is properly calibrated and well maintained
- Complied with all policies and regulations related to safety, cleanliness, and infection control
- Analyzed data collected from experiments to identify trends or patterns
- Prepared reports summarizing findings from tests and experiments conducted in the lab
- Provided technical assistance to colleagues when required
- Participated in meetings with senior staff to discuss progress of ongoing projects
- Generated graphs and tables based on data gathered during laboratory tests
- Collaborated with team members to develop new techniques for conducting research projects
- Performed any additional duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Student Intern
CDC-DLSP ( KEMRI-CGHR)
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Biosafety and containment protocols in Biosafety level 3 laboratory
- Waste segregation, collection and disposal
- Reception of samples ( nasal oral pharyngeal, serum, whole blood samples)
- Media preparation
- Conducting maintenance and quality control of laboratory equipment
- Stool , blood culture and biochemical tests
- Gram , Acid fast and Field staining and microscopy
- Antimicrobial susceptibility testing and analytical profile index
- Identification of human intestinal parasites by Microscopy
- Identification and characterization of bacterial pathogens
- Urinalysis ( test strip and microscopy)
- HIV Recency tests
- Performing rapid tests for Malaria, H
- Pylori , Salmonella, and Syphilis VRDL, hormones( PSA)
- Viral RNA extraction using the Qiagen extraction kit and Real time PCR for SARS-COV-2 and Rift Valley Fever
- Total nucleic acid extraction from whole blood using high pure extraction kit
- Yellow Fever IgM ELISA
- DNA sequencing
- Attended weekly team meetings and provided feedback on projects.
Student Intern
Kenya Medical Research Institute ( KEMRI)
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Biosafety, waste segregation and disposal
- Reception and collection of clinical samples such as phlebotomy
- Media preparation
- Conducting quality control for media and apparatus
- Antimicrobial susceptibility testing and analytical profile index
- Blood culture, biochemical and staining technique
- Serology techniques for Staphylococcus aureus and Salmonella species
- Identification of human intestinal parasites by Microscopy
- Identification and characterization of bacterial pathogens
- Urine culture and urinalysis
- Performing rapid tests for Malaria, Salmonella, Covid-19 and Syphilis VRDL
- DNA extraction, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and Agarose gel electrophoresis
- Data entry and recording such as Excel
- Daily maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Student Intern
Nyumbani Diagnostics Lab
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Decontamination in various laboratories in the organization
- Specimen reception and registration
- Adhering to relevant standard operating procedures, manuals and work aids
- Infection prevention and control procedures in handling patient samples and laboratory procedures
- Microbiology/Parasitology: Specimen reception and processing, microscopy, identification of relevant microorganisms, staining procedures, diagnosis using rapid test kits, culture and sensitivity procedures
- Hematology/Immunology: Specimen reception, labeling and preparation, complete blood count, serum crag test, cd4/cd8 count, dispensing viral load samples
- Biochemistry: Specimen reception, labeling and preparation, diagnosis using relevant procedural machines including COBAS 9180 Electrolyte Analyzer, I-CHROMA, and COBAS C111
- Molecular: Specimen reception, labeling and preparation, Plasma processing and storage, use of GeneXpert for MTB diagnosis
- SARS COV 2: Infection prevention and control procedures, Sample reception, labeling and preparation
- Utilizing acceptance and rejection criteria for respective patient samples received
- Waste Management: Disposal of waste into appropriate color-coded bags, waste collection and disposal, incineration.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Medical Microbiology -
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology
12.2022
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Moi Girls' School Nairobi
11.2017
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
St.Aloys FP Academy
11.2013
Milimani Primary School -
11.2009
Skills
- Sample preparation and processing
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
- Data Collection
- Regulatory Compliance
- Laboratory Safety Protocols
- Team Collaboration
Accomplishments
I graduated with a First class honors in my degree program.
Activities
- I taught myself crocheting through Youtube and picked up the skill.
- I am passionate about cooking and really good at it too. I was able to turn my cooking skills into a homemade food business during the pandemic in 2020.
Languages
- Swahili, Native/ Bilingual
- French, Elementary
- English, Native/ Bilingual
References
- Dr.Sylvia Omulo, Assistant professor/ Antimicrobial resistance project director, Washington State University-Global Health Kenya, sylvia.omulo@wsu.edu
- Dr. Rabia Jahangir, Lecturer, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, sashatel7400@gmail.com
- Winnie Cherop, Research Scienticist, CDC-DLSP, cheropwinnie11@gmail.com
Timeline
LABORATORY TRAINEE
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY- GLOBAL HEALTH KENYA
07.2023 - 11.2023
Student Intern
CDC-DLSP ( KEMRI-CGHR)
01.2023 - 05.2023
Student Intern
Kenya Medical Research Institute ( KEMRI)
04.2022 - 06.2022
Student Intern
Nyumbani Diagnostics Lab
01.2022 - 02.2022
Bachelors of Science in Medical Microbiology -
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Moi Girls' School Nairobi
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
St.Aloys FP Academy
Milimani Primary School -
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