Doris Mathebula
Microbiologist
Roodepoort
Summary
An individual who believes in working hard to achieve her goals. I am ambitious and self-motivated and I always pride myself on being dedicated. I have the ability to work well under pressure and still produce work in the most accurate manner. Moreover, I work well in a team, with impeccable time management skills, ensuring to always meet deadlines. I am currently looking for opportunities that will provide career advancement, with the chance to use and contribute my skills and theoretical knowledge in a practical space. Most importantly, I am looking for an environment where I will be afforded the chance to learn and grow professionally and as an individual.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Tutor
University of Venda
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted third year Microbiology with their assignments, test preparations, laboratory report writing an exam preparation.
- Created personalized lesson plans that are tailored to their student’s needs to help them meet their learning goals.
- Assessed student’s progress and provided feedback and encouragement.
- Researched learning resources to use during lessons.
- Being punctual to all appointments.
Intern
University of Venda
12.2015 - 11.2016
- Conducted research on biogas production in both departments of Physics and Microbiology with strong emphasis on the isolation of Methanogenic bacteria and evaluation of the physico-chemical properties of digested cow dung slurry collected from operational digesters in communities around the university of Venda.
- Conducted most of the practical work on DNA extraction, Polymerase chain reaction, phylogenetic data analysis, report writing data handling and capturing.
- Assisted in making requisitions for transport and transfer of funds for research project trips.
- Assisted with academic duties of keeping records of tests and assignments of students for their semester marks.
- Exposure to a collaborative laboratories receiving training laboratory safety management and experiment handling.
Lab Demonstrator
University of Venda
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Ensure that the lab is well maintained and clean, including all equipment, supplies, and facilities.
- Ensured that safety protocols are followed by all lab staff members, including adhering to safety equipment.
- Assisted with media preparation for microbiology experiments.
- Assisted students with laboratory experiment report writing.
- Managing inventory of chemicals and supplies used in experiments and providing a list of needed items to researchers.
Education
PhD - Environmental science
University of South Africa
Master of Science - Microbiology (Distinction)
University of Venda
Thohoyandou 10.2023
BSc Honors - Microbiology
University of Venda
01.2018
BSc - Biochemistry and Microbiology
University of Venda
01.2015
National Senior Certificate - Matric
Hatlani Muyexe High School
01.2008
Skills
Team Player Attitude
References
- Amidou, Samie, Lecturer, samieamidou@yahoo.com, 060 504 4384, University of Venda
- D, Tinarwo, Researcher, david.tinarwo@univen.ac.za, 074 277 7527, University of Venda
- Magwalivha, M, Laboratory Technician, magwalivha@gmail.com, 073 504 0126, University of Venda
Declaration
Further Information, detail, or document will be provided with pleasure on request. I hereby, give my consent to keep my CV and contact me for any future opportunities in your organization.
Address
- 5th Deslin Avenue
- Florida Park
- Roodepoort
- 1709
Driver’s License
None
Nationality
South African
Willing to relocate
Yes
Availability
Immediately
Certification
Master of science in Microbiology
Timeline
AI fluency course
09-2025
Master of science in Microbiology
10-2023
Tutor
University of Venda
01.2022 - 12.2022
Conference attendence
12-2018
BSc Honours in Microbiology
05-2018
Services SETA internship
11-2016
Intern
University of Venda
12.2015 - 11.2016
BSc in Biochemistry and Microbiology
05-2015
Lab Demonstrator
University of Venda
01.2014 - 12.2014
National senior certificate Grade 12
12-2008
PhD - Environmental science
University of South Africa
BSc Honors - Microbiology
University of Venda
BSc - Biochemistry and Microbiology
University of Venda
National Senior Certificate - Matric
Hatlani Muyexe High School
Master of Science - Microbiology (Distinction)
University of Venda