Samira Elikaee
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Hillsboro,OR
Summary
Medical laboratory scientist with 13 years of experience conducting research to study human diseases and drive healthcare improvements. Investigative professional leading clinical research to support diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases. Detail-oriented and well-versed in performing all facets of medical laboratory testing and ready to maintain safe and reliable lab environments. Keen adopter of emerging lab techniques and advanced diagnostic technologies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Postdoctoral Fellow
Pacific University Oregon School Of Pharmacy
Hillsboro , Oregon
12.2019 - 06.2022
- Authored professional scientific papers for publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
- Maintained records of research findings with analysis and evaluation of results.
- Worked on 3 projects to improve collective knowledge of infectious disease treatment.
- Troubleshot and developed experimental tools to deal with ever-evolving technology.
- Reviewed and analyzed historical and emerging literature to develop and practice new technologies.
- Attended research seminars and collegiate meetings to discover and discuss new technologies and research.
- Mentored PharmD and Post-grad students.
- Taught biochemistry, immunology, and molecular biology courses to PharmD and M.Sc. students.
- Committee member at curriculum, assessment and diversity committees.
Researcher
Tehran University Of Medical Sciences
Tehran , Iran
11.2016 - 12.2019
- Wrote and published peer-reviewed articles concerning findings and highlighted possible applications for findings.
- Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.
- Streamlined research processes to meet tight deadlines for multiple projects.
- Performed accurate quantitative analysis of targeted data research, collection and report preparation.
- Identified sources of funding to prepare research proposals and submit funding applications.
- Coordinated the leishmaniasis research lab.
- Requested or acquired equipment or supplies necessary for projects.
- Reviewed technical and professional publications for journals to stay current on recent literature and make more strategic research decisions.
- Advised and mentored graduate students in their dissertations.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Children’s Medical Center, TUMS
Tehran , Iran
01.2009 - 02.2011
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Had medical lab experiences in 2 other hospitals for more than 2 years in the past.
- Conducted evaluations for as many as 100 patients daily.
- Coordinated urinalysis bench and coordinated chemistry bench in the absent of chemistry supervisor.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Located disease markers and outlined findings in thorough reports for clinicians.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Taught and trained MLS students.
Education
Ph.D. - Medical Laboratory Sciences - Medical Parasitology
Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Public Health 05.2011 - 05.2016
Master of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences - Medical Parasitology
Kashan University of Medical Sciences
Tehran Iran 05.2006 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences
Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Tehran, Iran 05.2003 - 05.2005
Skills
- Chemistry
Accomplishments
- Research Intensive Grant Awarded at pacific University School of Pharmacy, 2021- Oregon, USA
- Achievement the title of the best PhD graduated- Tehran University of Medical Sciences. Medical Parasitology and Mycology Dept., 2016-Tehran, Iran
- Member Of “Exceptional Talents Development Center” (That consists of the most intelligent and talented students at universities of Iran), 2011-Tehran, Iran.
- Ranked within the top one percent in the Nationwide University Entrance Exam (known as Konkour) for the PhD program in medical laboratory sicences-medical Parasitology, 2010-Tehran, Iran.
- Received full tuition-waiver scholarship from Tehran University of Medical Sciences for PhD, 2010-2016-Tehran, Iran.
- Received full tuition-waiver scholarship from Kashnan Medical Sciences M.Sc., 2006-2009-Tehran, Iran.
- Best oral prize- National-Student Conference of nanotechnology, 2009-Tehran, Iran.
- Published more than 25 peer-reviewed articles.
- Presented research discoveries in more than 8 congresses.
Additional Information
- Language: English, Persian
- Residency status: U.S.Permanent Resident
Timeline
Postdoctoral Fellow
Pacific University Oregon School Of Pharmacy
12.2019 - 06.2022
Researcher
Tehran University Of Medical Sciences
11.2016 - 12.2019
Ph.D. - Medical Laboratory Sciences - Medical Parasitology
Tehran University of Medical Sciences
05.2011 - 05.2016
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Children’s Medical Center, TUMS
01.2009 - 02.2011
Master of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences - Medical Parasitology
Kashan University of Medical Sciences
05.2006 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences
Tehran University of Medical Sciences
05.2003 - 05.2005
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