Oluchi Godleen Uzoma
Crewe,Cheshire
Summary
Detail-oriented Lab Assistant with strengths in sample analysis and quality control. Maintains laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards. Commits to implementing health and safety protocols to minimise risks and enhance operational efficiency.
Proficient Lab Assistant skilled in data collection and experimental documentation. Manages the preparation of materials and logistics for laboratory experiments, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results. Facilitates team collaboration through effective communication and support in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2027
2027
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lab Assistant
Brightworld Diagnostic Laboratory
Aba, Nigeria
04.2019 - 04.2025
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of samples, following strict safety protocols.
- Performed quality control checks on laboratory instruments to ensure accurate measurement and testing results.
- Prepared samples and reagents for testing, ensuring accuracy and reliability of scientific data.
- Kept lab equipment in functional and safe working order through regular servicing and inspections, conducting repairs when needed.
- Recorded and compiled experimental data, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Maintained excellent team relationships by going the extra mile to assist needs and requests in fast-paced lab environments.
- Monitored laboratory conditions, including temperature and humidity, to meet experiment specifications.
- Kept work areas clean and organised for efficiency and safety purposes, as well as decreasing risk of contaminations.
- Implemented health and safety guidelines to minimise risks in the laboratory.
- Disposed of contaminated waste and sharps in line with set guidelines for safety of all laboratory users.
- Employed standard laboratory tests and measurement controls to evaluate quality control within laboratory.
- Maintained and sterilised laboratory instruments and equipment to uphold strict hygiene standards.
- Prepared materials, resources and logistics for laboratory experiments.
- Created representative charts, graphs and spreadsheets to explain data.
- Recorded detailed log of completed activities for reliable recordkeeping.
- Participated in laboratory meetings, presenting findings and suggesting improvements.
- Calculated values based on research parameters for different types of experiments and assessment techniques.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment to achieve optimum performance.
- Maintained accessible, accurate data on relevant databases.
- Facilitated laboratory sessions for university students, enhancing their practical skills and scientific knowledge.
- Maintained a clean and organised laboratory environment to facilitate efficient workflow.
- Prepared and organised samples and specimens into [Type], ready for testing by [Job title].
Education
Master of Science - Biomedical Science
Wrexham University
Wales, United Kingdom Sep 2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Abia State University
Uturu, Nigeria Sep 2014 - Sep 2018
Skills
- Sample analysis
- Laboratory cleaning protocol
- Data collection
- Quality control
- Health and safety compliance
- Laboratory techniques
- Equipment maintenance
- Experimental documentation
- Team collaboration
- Technical communication
- Problem solving
- Data presentation
- Risk assessment
- Time management
- Training facilitation
- Lab equipment handling
- Sample preparation
- Experiment report writing
- Collaborative working
- Laboratory equipment maintenance
- Laboratory information system operating
- Sample preparation and processing
- Safety protocol adherence
- Field sampling
- Quality control monitoring
- Lab management
- Laboratory testing preparation
- Laboratory deep cleaning
- Microscopy techniques
- Use of centrifuge
- Spectroscopy
- Cell and tissue sampling
- Workflow coordination
- Molecular biology techniques
- Innovative thinking
- Finished product analysis
- Sample testing
- Result tracking and reporting
- Sample labelling
- Laboratory safety awareness
- Research and analysis
- Instrument validation
- Laboratory stock control
- Accurate reporting of findings
- Data analysis software
- Autoclaving
- Standard laboratory equipment
- Strong communication
- Attention to Detail
- Statistical analysis
- Titrating solutions
- Sample handling
- Laboratory management system administration
- Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) regulations
- Pipetting
- Health and Safety
- Laboratory equipment calibration
Reading
- Skill Development
- Gathering Information
- Strategic process that involves interpreting, evaluating and connecting text to existing knowledge
- Decoding words and language comprehension
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Brightworld Diagnostic Laboratory
04.2019 - 04.2025
Master of Science - Biomedical Science
Wrexham University
Sep 2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Abia State University
Sep 2014 - Sep 2018