PRINCE ACKAH AMOAKO
Columbus
Summary
Dynamic research professional with extensive experience at Nationwide Children's Hospital, specializing in biomarker assays and data management. Detail-driven research assistant with a background in executing data collection, analysis, and management tasks. Displayed strengths include strong analytical skills, proficiency in research methodologies, and a commitment to ensuring the accuracy of data interpretation. Previous work has led to valuable contributions toward scientific advancements, showcasing the ability to carry out complex projects efficiently. Hardworking and competent professional with extensive knowledge in clinical laboratory operations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
Nationwide Children's Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Assist with research activities involving biomarker assays, Western blotting, RNA isolation, and Nanodrop analysis.
- Support documentation and organization of research files to maintain compliance with study requirements.
- Collaborate on interdisciplinary gene therapy research projects and communicate project needs with team members.
- Prepare experimental notes, assist with data recording, and conduct quality checks on collected data.
- Strengthen scientific communication skills through presentations at forums like the Denman Research Forum.
- Utilize Microsoft Excel to track experimental outcomes and maintain organized datasets.
- Center for Gene Therapy
Inhalation Technician
Amplify-Bio
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Optimized and maintained inhalation test systems for cell and gene therapy projects.
- Maintained accurate testing documentation, ensuring detailed record-keeping, file updates, and adherence to SOPs.
- Worked closely with inhalation scientists and study directors to align operational tasks with study goals.
- Conducted troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and technical problem-solving to ensure reliable test performance.
- Gained experience in data recording, daily logs, and reporting to support ongoing project tracking.
Sales Representative
Prominence Enterprise & Asurion
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills by interacting with diverse customers.
- Managed high-volume data entry and POS system documentation with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strengthened relationship-building and customer support skills, enhancing clarity in verbal and written communication.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences - Biology, Neuroscience
The Ohio State University
281 W. Lane Ave. Columbus, OH 4321001.2026
Skills
- Clinical Research Support
- Research methodology
- Laboratory techniques
- Technical problem solving
- Documentation management
- Biomarker assays
- Western blotting
- RNA isolation
- Nanodrop analysis
- Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
- SOP adherence
- Data management
- Logging
- Quality control
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- Word
- PowerPoint
- Study coordination
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Corrective action support
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Organizational skills
- Time management
Certification
Microsoft Excel Office 365 Certification
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Twi, Fluent
- Nzema, Fluent
- French, Proficient
Timeline
Research Assistant
Nationwide Children's Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Inhalation Technician
Amplify-Bio
01.2024 - 08.2024
Sales Representative
Prominence Enterprise & Asurion
05.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences - Biology, Neuroscience
The Ohio State University