Joshua Knock
Biotechnologist
East London,Eastern Cape
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Microbiology Tutor/Demonstrator
Rhodes University
Grahamstown, Eastern Cape
02.2020 - Current
- Guidance and explanation of experiments and underlying principles
- Marking of assignments, assessments, experimental reports, essays, and the providing of feedback
- Providing tutoring sessions for students to better understand the work.
Clinical Technician
Biopharmaceutical Research Institute (BRI) Rhodes University
Grahamstown, Eastern Cape
01.2021 - Current
- Monitored patients and maintained detailed records for physician review.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers and administrators in proper testing.
- Liaised with patients regarding medical records and answered questions pertaining to evaluations.
- Performed patient work-ups and assisted in minor office procedures.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Sale Assistant
Factorie, CottonOn Group
East London, Eastern Cape
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
Laboratory Intern
Rhodes University Biotechnology Innovation Center, RUBIC
Grahamstown
03.2018 - 08.2018
- The aim of the internship was to expose undergraduate students to laboratory protocols and research work while working with Professors and other interns
- The research project focused on building a 3D printed autopipette system
- Skills learned during the internship included:
- Use of 3D printers
- Familiarization with G-code
- Basic coding
- Product assembly
Education
Master of Science -
Rhodes University
Bachelor of Science Honours - Biotechnology
Rhodes University
01.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology and Biochemistry
Rhodes University
02.2016 - 12.2018
Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Retrasol Research and Training Solutions Grahamstown - undefined
Skills
Clinical microbiology competency
Understanding of microbiology techniques
Attention to Detail
Interpersonal Communication
Cultural Awareness
Dependable and Responsible
Google Workspace
PPE Compliance
Written Communication
Multitasking Abilities
Problem-Solving
Analytical and Critical Thinking
MS Office
Literature reviews
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Good Clinical Practices
Clinical Support
Laboratory Practices
Clinical trial support
Clinical assessment
Clinical study reporting
Sanitation practices
Evidence-based diagnostics
Molecular biology and genetics
Microbiological analysis
Timeline
Clinical Technician
Biopharmaceutical Research Institute (BRI) Rhodes University
01.2021 - Current
Microbiology Tutor/Demonstrator
Rhodes University
02.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science Honours - Biotechnology
Rhodes University
01.2019 - 12.2019
Sale Assistant
Factorie, CottonOn Group
11.2018 - 01.2019
Laboratory Intern
Rhodes University Biotechnology Innovation Center, RUBIC
03.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology and Biochemistry
Rhodes University
02.2016 - 12.2018
Master of Science -
Rhodes University