Warren Cyrus Tamba Yiaba
Union City,CA
Summary
Highly skilled Laboratory Assistant with background in clinical and research settings. Possess hands-on experience in specimen collection, laboratory testing procedures, data analysis and lab equipment maintenance. Known for meticulous record keeping and adherence to safety protocols. Significant contributions made towards improving operational efficiency in previous laboratories. Strong team player with good communication skills and problem-solving capabilities.
In Sierra Leone, West Africa, I have served as a Medical Laboratory Scientist and proactive team player with over six years of international experience in both public health and clinical laboratory settings in the West African subregion. Competent in operating laboratory Epic software system(s), and skilled in performing molecular diagnostics, including PCR, genotyping, and genomic sequencing for high-consequence pathogens such as Ebola, Marburg, SARS-CoV-2, and more.
Additionally, I also possess excellent technical proficiency testing skills, healthy leadership charisma, and am well-versed in enforcing laboratory safety to cultivate safe and productive work environments, as well as a commitment to public health, medical research, and diagnostics.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outreach Laboratory Assistant III
Stanford Health Care Hillview Laboratory
Palo Alto
09.2024 - Current
- Accessions patient information into Laboratory information system(s). Checks all requests for proper and accurate patient information Consults with Supervisor or Technologist if request is problematic. Notifies physician, nursing unit, clinic, etc. if sample received is inappropriate or compromised.
- Adheres to all safety/health regulatory and state/federal legal requirements and the policies, operating procedures, and Services Standard of the Hospitals.
- Assists in the routine monitoring of laboratory equipment and temperature-controlled units, as well as working conditions. Reports any equipment problems or irregularities i.e. temperature reading is outside the assigned acceptable or established ranges.
- Maintains assigned logs and records for all Laboratory transactions and information in accordance with department and regulatory requirements.
- Performs all patients' draws in a timely and efficient manner. Follows laboratory policy for all STAT draw requests.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Performs venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens from patients according to the approved laboratory procedure. Validates patient information, confirms patient identification, and obtains specimens utilizing the proper age-specific and sample type technique and equipment.
- Provides training and orientation and trainings to new Lab Assistants.
Laboratory Scientist & Research Assistant
Central Public Health Reference Laboratory
Sierra Leone
09.2021 - 07.2024
- Former Team Lead for molecular diagnostic of various diseases, including COVID-19, Influenza, and Yellow Fever.
- Implemented quality management systems and developed QMS documents.
- Provided technical support and training for laboratory staff across the country.
- Conducted genomic sequencing and bioinformatics analysis for SARS-CoV-2 and other pathogens.
- Spearheaded laboratory response during epidemic outbreaks, ensuring safe and accurate diagnostics.
Laboratory Scientist & Research Assistant
UMC Mercy Hospital
Bo City
02.2019 - 07.2021
- Performed routine laboratory diagnostics and research activities.
- Supported molecular testing and quality control measures.
- Collaborated on public health research projects and data analysis.
- Mentored junior laboratory staff in diagnostic procedures.
Social Worker
Love One Another Children's Ministry (Hillman House)
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Provided social support and care to vulnerable children.
- Facilitated community outreach programs and support services.
Caregiver
Arosa
- Personal Care: Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
- Companionship: Build meaningful relationships, provide emotional support, and engage in activities.
- Household Support: Light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and grocery shopping.
- Medication & Health: Provide medication reminders and potentially assist with health-related tasks as trained.
- Transportation: Drive clients to appointments, errands, and community outings.
- Care Coordination: Communicate with Arosa Care Managers and the family about client progress and needs.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Advance Public Health
Torrens University Australia
01.2023
Molecular Diagnostic training - Rapid Response to COVID-19
University of Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone01.2020
BSc. Honors - Biological Science
Njala University
Sierra Leone01.2019
Skills
- Patient interaction
- Attention to detail
- Laboratory Epic Software
- Team leadership
- Sample preparation
- Pipetting techniques
- Specimen analysis
- Effective communication
- Quality management systems
- Genomic sequencing
- Remstar Operation
- Basic Mathematics
- English Proficiency
- Computer Systems Knowledge
- Molecular Diagnostics (PCR)
- Genomic Sequencing
- Bioinformatics
- Quality Management Systems
- Data Analysis
- Laboratory Training & Mentorship
- Public Health Research
- Internal Auditing
- Laboratory Safety & Biosafety
- Microsoft Office
- MS Teams
- Zoom
- Problem solving
- Lab safety protocols
- Diagnostic procedures
Certification
• Epic software navigation and operation, Stanford Health Care, Clinical Laboratory, California.
• WANETAM Cross-Cutting training Sequencing, Bioinformatics and viral metagenomics, MRCG/London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Gambia, 2023
• ISO 15189:2022 Internal Auditing, ASLM, 2023, Lome, Togo
• Sequencing and Bioinformatics, University of Ghana Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, 2023
• Bio risk Management, West African Health Organization, 2023, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
• Molecular RT-PCR Diagnosis, Institute Pasteur, 2022, Dakar, Senegal.
• Home Care Safety Tips Care Professional Certification, National Association for Healthcare Quality, 04/10/25
• Disaster Planning Care Professional Certification, National Association for Healthcare Quality, 04/10/25
• Understanding Sexual Harassment Care Professional Certification, National Association for Healthcare Quality, 04/10/25
• Infection Control in Home Care Professional Certification, National Association for Healthcare Quality, 04/10/25
• Malaria Genomics Epidemiology and Data Analysis Workshop University of Ghana, Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, Accra, Ghana. 2023
• WANETAM Cross-Cutting training Sequencing, Bioinformatics and viral metagenomics, MRCG/London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Gambia, 2023
• ISO 15189:2022 Internal Auditing, ASLM, 2023, Lome, Togo
• Sequencing and Bioinformatics, University of Ghana Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, 2023
• Bio risk Management, West African Health Organization, 2023, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
• Molecular RT-PCR Diagnosis, Institute Pasteur, 2022, Dakar, Senegal.
• Home Care Safety Tips Care Professional Certification, National Association for Healthcare Quality, 04/10/25
• Disaster Planning Care Professional Certification, National Association for Healthcare Quality, 04/10/25
• Understanding Sexual Harassment Care Professional Certification, National Association for Healthcare Quality, 04/10/25
• Infection Control in Home Care Professional Certification, National Association for Healthcare Quality, 04/10/25
• Malaria Genomics Epidemiology and Data Analysis Workshop University of Ghana, Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, Accra, Ghana. 2023
References
Available upon request
Affiliations
Sports (Soccer), Athletics etc
Timeline
Outreach Laboratory Assistant III
Stanford Health Care Hillview Laboratory
09.2024 - Current
Laboratory Scientist & Research Assistant
Central Public Health Reference Laboratory
09.2021 - 07.2024
Laboratory Scientist & Research Assistant
UMC Mercy Hospital
02.2019 - 07.2021
Social Worker
Love One Another Children's Ministry (Hillman House)
01.2017 - 01.2019
Caregiver
Arosa
Graduate Certificate - Advance Public Health
Torrens University Australia
Molecular Diagnostic training - Rapid Response to COVID-19
University of Sierra Leone
BSc. Honors - Biological Science
Njala University