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Constance Chitsungo

Constance Chitsungo

Forensic Scientist
Chitungwiza

Summary

I have experience in a Institute of Mining Research Analytical Laboratory as an Assistant Laboratory Analyst, having been mainly stationed in the Forensic Chemistry and Mineral Analysis Department.

I am a Bachelor of Science Honors Degree in Forensic Science upper second Class holder having majored in Chemistry and Physics. As such Analytical Sciences have always been my area of interest and I believe this opportunity will provide the necessary expertise, knowledge and resources in my quest to make a contribution to the scientific community.
During the internship program I was afforded the opportunity to work with the Systems Manager in troubleshooting the LIMS employed by IMR This experience provided an appreciation of the importance of team work, good communication skills and conflict resolution in a professional set up. Owing to my time at the analytical laboratory I gained resilience, dedication and the need to go the extra mile where deadlines needed to be met. As a result I learnt how to work under pressure whilst being thorough and accurate.
I believe the exposure, qualities and eagerness to learn that I bring to the table will be a great addition to this institute

Overview

8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Laboratory Assistant and Chemistry Tutor

All Souls High School
10.2023
  • The assigned duties include: Housekeeping and general administrative work, Sample preparation and extraction, Assisting children on carrying out practicals and teaching them how to use laboratory instruments, Teaching children the fundamentals of chemistry and everything they need to know from O level up to A level

Assistant Laboratory Analyst

Institute of Mining Research (IMR)
10.2020 - 7 2021
  • The assigned duties included: Housekeeping and general administrative work, Report writing and proofreading, Sample preparation and extraction, Sample analysis using the HPLC, MS and UV-Vis Spectrophotometer, Waste management and disposal, Forensic analysis of mineral substances, Report generation and results interpretation from Analytical Instruments, Preparation of Standard Solutions and Media for sample analysis, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer Operation, Analysis of Results and interpretation showing different mineral percentages in the soil and their abundances, Sample Handling and Processing, Ability to use Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
  • Prepared samples and assisted laboratory personnel in performing qualitative and quantitative analysis using analytical instruments, techniques and methods

Education

Bachelors of Science Honours in Forensic Science (Chemistry and Physics) -

University of Zimbabwe
08.2018 - 05.2022

Advanced Level Education - undefined

Chibi High School
02.2016 - 05.2017

Ordinary Level Education - undefined

Chibi High School
01.2012 - 05.2015

Skills

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Facebook

Google Reviewing, reporting, and research

Experienced in report writing

Micosoft powerpoint

Basic knowledge of LIMS

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 07/02/99
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Zimbabwean

Custom

  • Dr. L.Marufu, Senior Lecturer, Biological Sciences Department, University of Zimbabwe, +263735663164, marufulightone@gmail.com
  • Ms.J.Jiri, Analytical Chemistry Lecturer, Chemistry Department, University of Zimbabwe, +263772306373, judyjiri@gmail.com
  • Mr shoko, The HEAD, ALL SOULS HIGH SCHOOL, 0774898103, felixfelixshoko@gmail.com

Timeline

Laboratory Assistant and Chemistry Tutor

All Souls High School
10.2023

Assistant Laboratory Analyst

Institute of Mining Research (IMR)
10.2020 - 7 2021

Bachelors of Science Honours in Forensic Science (Chemistry and Physics) -

University of Zimbabwe
08.2018 - 05.2022

Advanced Level Education - undefined

Chibi High School
02.2016 - 05.2017

Ordinary Level Education - undefined

Chibi High School
01.2012 - 05.2015
Constance ChitsungoForensic Scientist