Hishaam Isaacs
Proteomic Technician
Cape Town
Summary
Dedicated professional skillful in sample collection, data recording and instrument calibration. Resourceful and adaptable individual with extensive experience developing and conducting experiments to document results for experiments. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Proteomic/Laboratory Technician
CPGR (D-CYPHR)
05.2023 - Current
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Operated and when necessary calibrated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, sonicator, automated liquid handler (HAMILTON), liquid chromatography systems, spectrophotometer, mass spectrometer, and centrifuges.
- Completed quality documents, inputted, and saved quality data in appropriate locations.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime.
- Assisted in the development of new laboratory methods, leading to increased testing capabilities.
- Prepared detailed documentation for each experiment, facilitating effective communication of results to colleagues.
Biotechnology intern
AssureCloud
3 2022 - 02.2023
- Served as a dedicated and supportive intern in a fast-paced environment.
- Conducting analytical tests using laboratory equipment such as HPLC, Gas Chromatography (GC), UV/VIS, pH meter, ICP-OES, LECO, DMA and Auto titration machine
- Responsible for an array of methods related to marine food testing
- Assisted in the writing of SOP's and in Quality Control activities
- Training of staff members on methods which I'm competent on
- Responsible for a method validation on an ICP-OES for the determination of Calcium in various foodstuff for my internship project.
Data Capturer
WCED
02.2022 - 03.2022
- Responsible for capturing data of matriculant papers written.
Mark Checker
WCED
12.2021 - 12.2021
- Mark checking was done on Grade 12 exam papers to ensure marks were allocated correctly.
Education
Matric Certificate -
Madrassatur Rajaa
01.2013 - 01.2017
National Diploma - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2019 - Current
Skills
Detail Oriented
Highly responsible and reliable
Complex Problem Solving
Microsoft Outlook
Creative Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Interpersonal Communication Skills
Microsoft Excel
Leadership and Teamwork
Highly Organized
Active Listening
Attention to Detail
Flexibility and Adaptability
Hard Working
Time Management
Interpersonal Skills
Microsoft Office Word
Conflict Resolution
Self-motivation
Teamwork
Problem Solving
Microsoft PowerPoint
Decision Making
Sample Preparation
Reagent Preparation
Instrument Calibration
GLP compliance
Mass spectrometry
Appliedbiotechnology
Introduction, Titration, DNA isolation and extraction, Housekeeping, Chromatography, Gel electrophoresis, Protein Assays, Staining, Dilution series, Spread plate, Streak plate, Media preparation, pH measurement, Refractometry, Spectroscopy, Biochemical techniques, Molecular techniques, Yeast fermentation, Bright field microscopes, Spectrophotometers, Chromatographs, pH meters, Centrifuges, Incubators, Water baths, Autoclaves, Micropipettes, Analytical balances, Electrophoresis apparatus, NCBI BLAST, Chromas, BioEdit
Languages
English
Afrikaans
References
- Dr Richard Mundembe, Senior Lecturer, Plant Biotechnology, mundember@cput.ac.za, +27 21 460 3175
- Prof. Muhammad Nakhooda, Associate Professor, Plant Biotechnology and Cell Biology, nakhoodam@cput.ac.za, +27 21 460 3433
- Prof. Vincent Okudoh, Senior Lecturer, okudohv@cput.ac.za, +27 21 460 3507
- Mogammad Patel, Key Accounts Manager, mogammad.patel@gmail.com, +27 214926652
- Nosizwe Mbaba, Analyst, nosizwe.mbaba@assurecloud.co.za, +27 797132101
- Mogammat Fikree van Niekerk, Lab Manager, mogammat.vniekerk@assurecloud.co.za, +27 713712771
- Salizwa Bokoto, Salizwa.Bokoto@assurecloud.co.za, +27 735689831
- Tandeka Nyongwana, Analyst, tandeka.nyongwana@assurecloud.co.za, +27 637714924
- Dr Liam Bell, D-CYPHR Platform Lead Manager, liam@d-cyphr.org.za, +27 216501595
Details
09/03/99
Certification
Ubuntu Proteomics Summer School
Timeline
Twenty20Science Communication Skills: Achieving personal effectiveness in business environment
05-2024
Ubuntu Proteomics Summer School
02-2024
Proteomic/Laboratory Technician
CPGR (D-CYPHR)
05.2023 - Current
Good Laborator Practice
09-2022
Data Capturer
WCED
02.2022 - 03.2022
Mark Checker
WCED
12.2021 - 12.2021
National Diploma - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2019 - Current
Matric Certificate -
Madrassatur Rajaa
01.2013 - 01.2017
Biotechnology intern
AssureCloud
3 2022 - 02.2023
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