Nancy Nixon
Biology Technologist
Calgary
Summary
Dedicated professional skillful in sample collection, data recording and instrument calibration. Resourceful and adaptable individual with extensive experience developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions.
Highly motivated Biotechnologist with over six years’ experience within laboratory environments offering extensive experience within DNA extraction, animal engineering, PCR and ELISA projects. Ability to Single handedly take charge of a Science laboratory and ensure all safety protocols are strictly adhered to.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Science Laboratory Assistant
JF Medical Consult Ltd
01.2021 - Current
- Expedited project timelines by diligently managing multiple tasks simultaneously without sacrificing attention to detail or quality control measures.
- Sterilized equipment and performed routine checks to adhere to health and safety and cleanliness regulations
- Loaded and unloaded laboratory analyzers, identifying samples require further testing
- Safely treated and disposed of clinical waste in accordance with company policy
- Identified, investigated and recorded incorrectly labeled specimens to eliminate risk of stock mismanagement.
Scientific Laboratory Technician
National Biotechnology Development Agency
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Conducting and supporting scientific investigations and experiments
- Planning, setting up and undertaking controlled experiments and trials
- Recording and analyzing data
- Demonstrating procedures, collecting preparing and/or testing samples
- Accurate, reliable, diligent and focused on the timely, quality completion of all lab procedures
- Work well under pressure and time constraints within high volume environments
- Received, labeled and sorted clinical samples in line with standard regulations
- Performed comprehensive laboratory testing for Agriculture sectors, ensuring precision and efficiency throughout.
Laboratory Technician
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Prepare solvents and reagents for laboratory work, carry out DNA extraction on samples submitted by lecturers and students, conduct PCR on extracted DNA samples
- Identified and addressed reagent storing inefficiencies and developed a new system that led to 50% waste reduction
- Facilitated smooth running of laboratory services by introducing a new system that increased stock management efficiencies by 60%
- Ensured stock levels of lab equipment
- Such as safety equipment, personal protective equipment, promptly reordering low stock items to prevent testing disruptions.
Basic Science Teacher
All Stars Academy
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Built protective professional student- teacher relationships, providing safe, positive learning environment
- Created engaging learning plans to promote conceptual scientific understanding of basic laboratory disciplines
- Accurately assessed student progress, recording attainment attendance
- Increased end of year exam passing rate by 60% by establishing tailored lesson plans addressing personalised learning needs of every student.
Education
Master of Science - Biotechnology
University of Portsmouth- United Kingdom
United Kingdom 01.2021 - 02.2022
B.Sc. - Biotechnology
University of Mysore - India
01.2012 - 08.2015
Skills
Lab Testing and research workSample ProcessingStock ManagementSOP ComplianceLaboratory equipment maintenancePCR instrumentation operationHighly organisedLaboratory Safety protocolMolecular Biology techniquesMeticulous attention to detail
Sample Preparation
Cell Culture
Laboratory techniques
Reagent Preparation
Spectroscopy Techniques
Lab Inventory Management
Immunological Assays
Centrifugation Techniques
Electrophoresis Techniques
PCR Techniques
DNA Extraction
Equipment Calibration
Competence
- Excellent interpersonal and interprofessional skills.
- Excellent record keeping with adequate attention to accuracy and details.
- Able to motivate, work and inspire multidisciplinary teams made up of various backgrounds and cultures.
- Able to adapt to changes easily.
- Able to acknowledge personal and professional limitations and seek timely advice from more senior staff when necessary.
- Able to rotate comfortably to any units within the department as required or identified as personal development.
- Able to take responsibility for own professional development.
- Very good in updating knowledge in the light of current research practice.
- Able to work on own initiatives and an excellent timekeeper.
Timeline
Master of Science - Biotechnology
University of Portsmouth- United Kingdom
01.2021 - 02.2022
Science Laboratory Assistant
JF Medical Consult Ltd
01.2021 - Current
Scientific Laboratory Technician
National Biotechnology Development Agency
01.2019 - 01.2021
Laboratory Technician
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
01.2015 - 01.2019
B.Sc. - Biotechnology
University of Mysore - India
01.2012 - 08.2015
Basic Science Teacher
All Stars Academy
01.2010 - 01.2012