Umar Abdulmutalib
Guildford
Summary
Experienced researcher in microbial biotechnology, microbiology, and molecular and synthetic biology with an excellent background in modifying microorganisms to produce biomolecules for research purposes, health, the environment, and industrial applications. Skilled at operating laboratory equipment to conduct high-quality research.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Experimental Officer Clean Air Lab
University of Surrey
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Wrote standard operating procedures for newly acquired equipment and assisted in the design and development of new experimental setups.
- Managed the lab effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for necessary equipment purchases and training.
- Managed the entire air quality laboratory and its operations.
- Supported research staff and students with their experiments and the correct use of instruments.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders and partners both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Run experiments, collected, arranged, and processed results for analysis, presentation and publication.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Maintained overall safe working environment with employee training programs and adherence to health and safety procedures throughout the course of experiments.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.
University lecturer and Researcher
Yusuf Maitama Sule University
05.2015 - 02.2024
- Carried out lectures on life sciences courses and electives to over 3,000 undergraduate students.
- Participated in departmental meetings, collaborating with colleagues to identify and address areas for improvement in the curriculum and student support services.
- Conducted ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting teaching strategies as needed to maximize learning potential.
- Collaborated with faculty members to develop innovative course materials, resulting in increased student engagement and satisfaction.
- Established a positive classroom environment that fostered open communication and intellectual curiosity among students.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methodologies and incorporating real-world examples in lectures.
- Mentored students on research projects, leading to successful presentations at conferences and publications in academic journals.
- Designed assessments that accurately measured student understanding of key concepts while minimizing opportunities for cheating or plagiarism.
- Supported university efforts to promote diversity and inclusion by incorporating multicultural perspectives into course materials and classroom discussions.
- Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field raising the profile of the institution.
Laboratory Demonstrator
University of Surrey
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Guided students on standard laboratory practices and health and safety guidelines ensuring a healthy conducts of experiments.
- Instructed students on practical skills such as observations, measurements, analysis, and reporting.
- Enhanced laboratory safety by conducting regular equipment maintenance and calibration checks.
- Established positive rapport with students, faculty, and staff by being approachable and available for consultation on various aspects of the lab experience.
- Assisted with the development of new lab protocols, resulting in increased accuracy and reproducibility of experimental results.
- Provided mentorship to students, fostering a supportive learning environment that encouraged curiosity and critical thinking skills.
- Maintained a clean and organized laboratory environment conducive to efficient workflow and productive learning experiences for students.
- Addressed student questions during lab sessions promptly and thoroughly, promoting deeper understanding while reinforcing key concepts.
- Increased student understanding of complex scientific concepts through engaging demonstrations and hands-on experiments.
- Evaluated student performance in labs fairly and objectively, providing constructive feedback on areas for improvement.
- Prepared media and reagents, calibrators, and controls in advance of laboratory practicals ensuring stock availability throughout the practical sessions.
Quality Control Analyst Water
AU Table Water and Beverages Company Water
03.2013 - 04.2013
- Monitored water quality to comply with standard production regulations and health and safety guidelines.
- Performed quality control analyses, traced, identified, and controlled any sources of contamination.
- Developed comprehensive documentation, maintaining accurate records of quality control results and actions taken.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting thorough analyses and implementing corrective actions.
- Determined root cause of deviations and non-conforming results and implemented appropriate corrective and preventive actions throughout product development process.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying updated on industry standards and government regulations affecting product quality.
- Sustained high levels of customer satisfaction through timely resolution of non-conformance issues.
- Analyzed quality and performance data to support operational decision-making.
- Developed and implemented procedures to meet product quality standards.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
Micro Plan Consultant
Public Health Services and Solutions
02.2012 - 02.2013
- Created detailed geographical maps using GPS-enabled devices for a coordinated vaccination outreaches.
- Formed vaccination teams and tracked them using detailed maps to achieve excellent vaccination results.
- Monitored vaccination programs in over 10 local governments
- Collected vaccination data from over 200 wards and made decisions at the local level on the vaccination outcomes
- Managed complex geo-databases, organizing and updating them with relevant spatial information.
- Optimized data collection methods using GPS devices or remote sensing equipment during fieldwork assignments.
- Trained, mentored and assigned work to subordinate crew members.
- Implemented enhanced tracking systems that streamlined vaccination monitoring .
- Evaluated effectiveness of tracked vaccination campaigns by from the collected data.
Laboratory assistant
Primary Health Care Sharada
02.2008 - 08.2008
- Collected, registered, and preserved samples for diagnostic analyses.
- Prepared reagents and media and ensured that consumables were always made available for laboratory consumptions.
- Set up and calibrated equipment for routine clinical use.
- Carried out housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Handled hazardous materials responsibly following proper waste disposal procedures to minimize environmental impact.
- Enhanced lab safety measures by conducting regular equipment maintenance and implementing updated protocols.
- Served as a reliable source of information for colleagues seeking assistance or clarification on laboratory procedures or equipment use.
- Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample processing and data recording procedures.
- Managed inventory levels effectively by tracking supply usage and placing orders for required materials before depletion.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
Education
Ph.D. - Biosciences and Medicine
University of Surrey
Guildford, Surrey02-2023
Master of Science - Biotechnology
SRM University
Chennai, Tamil Nadu06-2015
Diploma - Data processing and Information Technology
Intersystem Institute of Information Technology
Kano, Nigeria06-2012
Bachelor of Science - Applied Biology
Bayero University
Kano, Nigeria03-2011
Skills
- Laboratory analysis and research expertise
- Instrument-handling skills
- DNA and RNA modification
- Assay designing and modification
- Teamwork, collaboration and interpersonal abilities
- Time management and multitasking
- Communication and presentation
- IT skills
- Data analysis
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Laboratory equipment calibration
Sustainability advocate, Reading
I love nature and advocate for a cleaner and sustainable environment. I love reading in every free time I have, it refreshes my knowledge and allowed to think wider and deeper.
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Experimental Officer Clean Air Lab
University of Surrey
08.2024 - 12.2024
Laboratory Demonstrator
University of Surrey
01.2019 - 08.2022
University lecturer and Researcher
Yusuf Maitama Sule University
05.2015 - 02.2024
Quality Control Analyst Water
AU Table Water and Beverages Company Water
03.2013 - 04.2013
Micro Plan Consultant
Public Health Services and Solutions
02.2012 - 02.2013
Laboratory assistant
Primary Health Care Sharada
02.2008 - 08.2008
Ph.D. - Biosciences and Medicine
University of Surrey
Master of Science - Biotechnology
SRM University
Diploma - Data processing and Information Technology
Intersystem Institute of Information Technology
Bachelor of Science - Applied Biology
Bayero University
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