Zara Sabir
Glasgow,Glasgow (City of)
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Microbiologist with over three years of laboratory and research experience in clinical microbiology, molecular biology, hematology, and pharmaceutical quality control. Skilled in microbial culture and identification, PCR, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, biochemical assays, and laboratory quality assurance. Experienced in infectious disease research, laboratory data analysis, and maintaining compliance with GLP, GMP, and biosafety standards. Committed to supporting public health initiatives through accurate laboratory practices, continuous learning, and scientific excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Teaching laboratory technician
Dr. Yahya Institute of Medical Sciences
Layyah
2022.09 - 2024.01
- Assisted students during laboratory practical sessions by providing guidance on experiments and equipment usage.
- Prepared and maintained laboratory materials, chemicals, and equipment to ensure efficient practical classes.
- Supported lecturers with laboratory demonstrations, maintained safety standards, and managed laboratory records and inventory.
Research technician
Aids Control program Pakistan
Lahore, Pakistan
2016.12 - 2017.12
- Microbiology & Molecular Diagnostics: Expertise in microorganism culture, identification, biochemical testing, PCR, molecular techniques, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
- Clinical Laboratory Testing: Skilled in hematology, clinical chemistry, immunology, coagulation studies, immunoassays, and point-of-care diagnostics.
- Laboratory Operations & Quality: Proficient in laboratory equipment operation, quality control, result interpretation, biosafety, and handling biohazardous materials.
- Technical Proficiency: Experienced with automated analyzers, Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), MS Windows, and supporting accurate clinical diagnosis.
Intern
Saffron pharmaceuticals
Faisalabad, pakistan
2015.03 - 2015.04
Intern
Institute of cardiology
Faisalabad, pakistan
2014.07 - 2014.09
Education
Postgraduate - Microbiology
University of Agriculture
Faisalabad 2015.09 - 2018.05
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Agriculture
Faisalabad 2011.09 - 2015.07
Certificate of Higher Education - Biology
Layyah Public School
Layyah 2009.03 - 2011.03
Secondary School Certificate - Science, Maths,Physics
Layyah Public School Layyah
Layyah 2007.03 - 2009.03
Skills
- Biohazard handling
- Biological testing
- Maintaining lab reports
- Microscopy proficiency
- Microbial staining
- Stock management
- Equipment Maintenance
- Sample collection
- Equipment troubleshooting
- LIMS system
- DNA extraction
Accomplishments
Selected as a Research Scholar under the Punjab AIDS Control Program, Lahore, Pakistan, receiving a competitive scholarship to support postgraduate research on bacterial infections in HIV-positive patients.
Certification
REHIS Emergency First Aid at Work training (15/07/25)
Timeline
Teaching laboratory technician
Dr. Yahya Institute of Medical Sciences
2022.09 - 2024.01
Research technician
Aids Control program Pakistan
2016.12 - 2017.12
Postgraduate - Microbiology
University of Agriculture
2015.09 - 2018.05
Intern
Saffron pharmaceuticals
2015.03 - 2015.04
Intern
Institute of cardiology
2014.07 - 2014.09
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Agriculture
2011.09 - 2015.07
Certificate of Higher Education - Biology
Layyah Public School
2009.03 - 2011.03
Secondary School Certificate - Science, Maths,Physics
Layyah Public School Layyah
2007.03 - 2009.03