Sodiq Oshin
Mansfield,Nottinghamshire
Summary
HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with an MSc Biomedical Science (Commendation) from Nottingham Trent University and a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science from Lead City University. Experienced in clinical diagnostics, molecular biology, haematology, and laboratory quality systems within regulated healthcare environments. Skilled in PCR based molecular diagnostics, microscopy, and automated analyser operation while maintaining ISO 15189 laboratory quality standards. Demonstrated ability to support multidisciplinary clinical teams through accurate specimen processing, quality control procedures, and effective laboratory documentation. Committed to patient safety, continuous professional development, and delivering reliable diagnostic services aligned with NHS laboratory standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Support Worker
Aspirations Care
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
2024.01 - 2026.03
- Providing Emotional and Physical support to patient with learning disabilities, Epilepsy Autism
- Supporting patient with daily activities to enable independence
- Ensuring that all areas of the medical centre are tidy and safe at all time
- Arranging and accompanying residents to hospital appointments and social activities Taking and recording resident's temperature, pulse and respiration
- Providing emotional support to residents and fellow care worker
Msc Biomedical science
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
2024.01 - 2025.01
- Dissertation : Exploring the role of CES1 isoforms in Lung Adenocarcinoma. (Dry project) using Bio-informative tools with public available datas.
- Investigating the application of COSHH to reduce laboratory dangers in each experiment.
- Performed tests for reactive oxygen species (ROS), mitochondria, NUC Blue/Green staining, Western blotting, PCR, neutral red absorption assay, Trypan blue exclusion assay, and Gel electrophoresis.
- Examined cells with a fluorescent microscope.
- Analyzed laboratory data using statistical analysis programs such as Excel, Minitab, GraphPad Prism, and Image J.
- Used primer 3 to carry out primer design.
- Under supervision, carried out the chromatin immuno-precipitation experiment.
- Under supervision, carried out sonication.
- Conducted a qPCR test.
- Applied the MTT Reduction Assay to assess cell viability.
- Submit to laboratory protocol in accordance with the ethics and basic values of the NHS
- Experience working in cellular pathology on the application of stains to tissue;
- Proficiency in RNA extraction and quantitative PCR (qPCR) for genetic analysis and research application.
Biomedical Scientist
Doren hospital
Lagos, Nigeria
2023.10 - 2023.12
- Ensuring lab-wide quality control. ensuring that the laboratory's safety regulations are always followed.
- Supervising waste management, biosafety, and biosecurity for three PCR labs.
- Using the Cobas Ampliprep/Cobas Taqman (Cobas 8800) platforms, perform Covid19, HIV, and human papilloma viral load assays,
- Used specialised laboratory equipment, such as Sysmex XN9000 and XN-550, Mindray BC-5380, Abbott Cell-Dyn, Beckman Coulter DxH900, and coagulation screen (ACL TOP 550, RT-2204C), auto-analysers, and quality manual techniques in accordance with accreditation regulatory standards for accurate and timely sample processing.
- Analysed blood films using microscopy to look for anomalies and illnesses such glandular fever and malaria parasites.
- Laboratory/PCR data collection, documentation, training, mentorship, sample registration through the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), and inventory/logistics management.
- Software troubleshooting, routine and sporadic equipment maintenance, and making sure the machine is operating at its best. 8. Using the laboratory information management system (LIMS) to upload and approve assay sample findings.
Intern Medical laboratory science
State Specialist Hospital
Ikole Ekiti, Ekiti State
2022.10 - 2023.10
- In accordance with established standards and departmental policy, receive and send specimens to the proper labs and workstations.
- Examined pathological blood samples, carefully recording, confirming, and approving patient outcomes to detect and track haematological conditions such as leukaemias, anaemias, hemoglobinopathies, and infectious infections.
- Used a variety of auto analysers to process samples accurately and promptly, including handling and storing them properly for assays in all clinical laboratory departments (Haematology, Blood Transfusion Services, Serology, Immunology, Microbiology, Chemistry, and Histology).
- Maintained current and secure laboratory records in accordance with regulatory and accrediting body requirements.
- Adopted a departmental pathology quality management system policy to comply with accreditation body requirements in order to complete the audit and quality rounds required by ISO 15189 standards.
- Constantly improved knowledge and proficiency in the Haematology and Blood Transfusion department's specialised diagnostic methods through a variety of internal and external continuing professional development programs.
Student
Lead City university
Lagos express way, Ibadan, Oyo State
2018.08 - 2022.09
- Performed haematological investigations to analyse blood samples and assess parameters such as cell counts, haemoglobin levels, and blood clotting factors.
- Screened and counselled blood donors, ensuring their eligibility and suitability for donation.
- Performed blood donor bleeding procedures, ensuring a safe and sterile collection process.
- Conducted cross-matching tests to determine compatibility between donor blood and recipient blood for transfusion.
- Prepared samples and reagents for testing according to laboratory policies and standard operating procedures.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation of test results, ensuring data integrity and traceability.
- Adhered to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organised work environment.
Education
Master of Science - Biomedical Science
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham 2024.01 - 2025.01
BMLS - Medical Laboratory Science
Lead city University
Oyo/Nigeria 2018.09 - 2022.09
Higher National Diploma - Medical Laboratory
College of health science and technology
Ekiti/Nigeria 2014.08 - 2017.08
Skills
- Bioinformatics software operation (UCSC Xena, iDEP, Blast)
- Advanced microscopy
- Time Management
- Laboratory Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- Knowledgeable in (MSword, Excel, Power point)
- PCR protocols and methods
- Critical clinical decision-making
- Professional learning agility
- Genomic data interpretation
- DNA sequence analysis
Certification
- Health, Safety and Welfare (Inc COSHH & RIDDOR ) Present
- HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council)
- Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (Present)
- PMVA February 2024 to March 2025
Training courses attended
- Tuberculosis basics, Tuberculosis advanced concept, antimicrobial resistance, Malaria, Malaria in pregnancy, measuring malaria through household surveys. Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
- Quality Management System
- Good Laboratory Practice, Good Clinical practice, Nigerian Code Of ethic
- Cobas 6800/8800/PCR Technology MTS 18/002 Roche. -Cobas Ampliprep/TaqMan Roche. -Basic COBAS CAP/CTM/48/96 Analyzer Institute of Human Virology UITH .
Professional registration
- HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) Registration number BS084795
- Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (Present)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master of Science - Biomedical Science
Nottingham Trent University
2024.01 - 2025.01
Support Worker
Aspirations Care
2024.01 - 2026.03
Msc Biomedical science
Nottingham Trent University
2024.01 - 2025.01
Biomedical Scientist
Doren hospital
2023.10 - 2023.12
Intern Medical laboratory science
State Specialist Hospital
2022.10 - 2023.10
BMLS - Medical Laboratory Science
Lead city University
2018.09 - 2022.09
Student
Lead City university
2018.08 - 2022.09
Higher National Diploma - Medical Laboratory
College of health science and technology
2014.08 - 2017.08