Mienke Botha
M.Sc. Student in Animal Nutrition
Delareyville
Summary
A result-oriented achiever with the ability to exceed targets and drive success under pressure. A candidate equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn and excellent discipline, combining strategic thinking with hard work to deliver impactful solutions and enhance performance. Always ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Masters Student
University Of The Free State
Bloemfontein
01.2024 - Current
- A disciplined student who continually searches for opportunities for personal growth.
- Dedicated to current research to empower and educate self for future job opportunities in the Animal Science field. Every day holds the potential to acquire new knowledge and learn additional skills.
- Lifelong knowledge and practical experience in the agricultural field combined with 5 years of higher education instills confidence in applicable abilities.
Laboratory Assistant
University Of The Free State
Bloemfontein
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Tracked 1000's of collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection. Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample processing and data recording procedures.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
Feedlot Volunteer
Rensbou Cattle
Delareyville
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Handled animal processing, data collection and analysis of results in a feedlot with a capacity for approximately 4000 steers. Volunteered with feeding and caring of steers.
- Acquired practical experience with ration formulation, drug administration, disease prevention and treatment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of The Free State
Bloemfontein, South Africa 02.2020 - 11.2023
Skills
Animal Physiology
Animal Nutrition
Animal Breeding
Animal Behavior
Animal welfare
Feed formulation
Laboratory techniques
Research design
Experimental Procedures
Scientific Writing
Problem-Solving
Professionalism
Affiliations
Student Member of SACNASP
Member of SASAS
Languages
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Masters Student
University Of The Free State
01.2024 - Current
Laboratory Assistant
University Of The Free State
02.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of The Free State
02.2020 - 11.2023
Feedlot Volunteer
Rensbou Cattle
11.2019 - 02.2020
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