Nkayi Anathi
Senior Scientific Officer
Cape Town
Summary
Interact well with peers and colleagues, as a result I have been appointment as student representative as well as an interviewer and isiXhosa interpreter at an informal settlement. Developed advisory skills for students who seek advice, mostly academically related advice. Experience in doing laboratory related work and preparing the laboratory for internal and external audits, have a good background on computers. High level of confidence in what I do and interact well with people. Motivated, positive and always up for new challenges and experiences. Good leadership skills and team player. Intellectually curious, maintains a high level of confidentiality.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Senior Scientific Officer
Cellular Immunology Platform
3 2022 - Current
- Oversees the efficient and accurate management of sample storage, data upload and storage, and processes within our laboratory.
- Apply understanding of management of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for overall sample management (storage and shipments). In addition, takes responsibility for the overall sample reconciliation and sample inventories for the laboratory, which includes quality control procedures ensuring the integrity and traceability of all samples.
- Supports the management and execution of preclinical and clinical trials, including sample processing, conducting immunological assays and scheduling of laboratory activities.
- Support all aspects of the Biosafety Level 2 (BSL2) Health & Safety Quarterly inspections, internal and external audits by setting up and getting the laboratories ready for audits through completion of compliance checklists, participating in the audit and responding to audit reports.
- Assist in the application of import and export permits of Biological Substances with the Department of Health.
- Liquid nitrogen facility committee member, overseeing compliance of facility users, involved in maintaining and managing the facility.
Subjectwell - Clinical Trial Recruiter
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Calling patients for clinical trials, share information with patients about available clinical trials, conduct medical screening to evaluate eligibility for clinical trials, transferring pre-qualified patients to clinics.
University of Cape Town- Problem Based Learning Facilitator for MBCHB
07.2019 - 11.2020
- Facilitate students with the discussion of cases that are scenarios derived from clinical settings
- The discussion of cases is a 8-step process
- Assist students development in skills and attributes necessary for effective group interaction.
University of Cape Town- Student Demonstrator for HUB1006F
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Assist students in conducting their practical’s, assist the facilitator in ensuring the smooth running of the practical’s; involved in practical exam invigilation and marking.
University of KwaZulu-Natal -Teaching Assistant for BIOL101 and BIOL102
02.2015 - 11.2017
- Conduct practical’s with Biol101 (Smaller Side of Life) and BIOL102 (Life on Earth) students, in charge and ensure smooth running of the practicals and assist students with any additional problems, moderate demonstrator markings, mark practical exams and invigilate tests
- Implement lab rules and regulations to students and demonstrators.
National Research Foundation- Intern
Innovation Centre UKZN
03.2014 - 03.2015
- Intellectual Property Exploitation; Technology Market Analysis and IP Awareness; Technology Transfer in accordance to IPR Act law.
Research Assistant
Plant Germplasm Conservation Research Laboratory
02.2012 - 01.2013
- Provide assistance to the honors, masters and PhD students in conducting their researches, by aiding in field sample collection, sample storage and tracking, sample processing. Preparation of media and buffer solutions and reagents.
- Assist in the management of the lab and training undergraduate's in basic tissue culture techniques
Education
Senior Certificate -
Zingisa Comprehensive High school
BSc in Biological Science - undefined
University of KwaZulu-Natal (Westville)
BSc Honors in Biological Sciences - undefined
University of KwaZulu-Natal (Westville)
Master of Science (Biology) - undefined
University of KwaZulu-Natal (Westville)
Ph.D. - Chemical Biology
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Animal welfare monitoring
Lab management
Thawing of biological samples (PBMCs & spleenocytes)
SOP writing (compiling and reviewing)
Computer Literacy
Protein expression
Tissue culture
Maintenance and management of Biorepository
Personal Information
- ID Number: 8901270657084
- Citizenship: South African
- Criminal Record: None
- Date of Birth: 01/27/89
- Marital Status: Single
Accreditations
- Dangerous Goods Training – Quality First Academy, IATA CLASS 6.2: Infectious Substances, according to IATA and CAA regulations, 12/01/23, 12/01/25
- Good Clinical Laboratory Practices according to OECD Principles – Quality First Academy, 04/01/23, 04/01/25
Drivers Licenses
Yes
Volunteer Experience
- Fun Learning for Youth (Gugulethu), Grade head & Tutor, 09/01/18, Current, Overseeing and managing weekly mathematics and life skills classes, leading weekly tutor meetings for providing feedback and planning for upcoming classes, conducts quarterly parents and learner meetings. Providing Life Skills tutoring services to grade 10 learners from various schools in disadvantaged communities in Cape Town.
- Look Good Feel Better (Groote Schuur Hospital), 02/01/20, 12/31/21, Helps women facing the trauma and stress of cancer by helping them overcome the distressing appearance related side effects of their treatment. Help boost the patients self-confidence and self esteem.
References
- Prof. Wendy Burgers, UCT, Falmouth Building, Cape Town, 7925, 082 510 9071, wendy.burgers@uct.ac.za
- Ms Tina Nsega, Unit E1, CTX Business Park, Freight Road, Airport Industria, Cape Town, 8001, 074 300 4585, tina.nsenga@subjectwell.com
- Dr. Jaisubash Jayakumar, UCT Falmouth Building, Cape Town, 7925, 021 406 6562, jaisubash.jayakumar@uct.ac.za
- Prof. Dr. Dr. Stefan Barth, UCT, Wernher and Beit Building North, Cape Town, 7925, 021 406 6938, stefan.barth@uct.ac.za
Additional Information
Research articles I contributed towards:
2. Safety and immunogenicity of booster vaccination and fractional dosing with Ad26.COV2.S or BNT162b2 in Ad26.COV2.S-vaccinated participants.
Certification
Dangerous Goods, IATA CLASS 6.2: Infectious Substances, according to IATA and CAA regulations
Timeline
Dangerous Goods, IATA CLASS 6.2: Infectious Substances, according to IATA and CAA regulations
12-2023
FELASA Accredited Introduction to Laboratory Animal Science. The ethics, care and use of animals for scientific purposes
11-2023
Good Clinical Laboratory Practices according to OECD Principles
04-2023
Subjectwell - Clinical Trial Recruiter
02.2021 - 02.2022
University of Cape Town- Problem Based Learning Facilitator for MBCHB
07.2019 - 11.2020
University of Cape Town- Student Demonstrator for HUB1006F
02.2019 - 03.2020
University of KwaZulu-Natal -Teaching Assistant for BIOL101 and BIOL102
02.2015 - 11.2017
National Research Foundation- Intern
Innovation Centre UKZN
03.2014 - 03.2015
Research Assistant
Plant Germplasm Conservation Research Laboratory
02.2012 - 01.2013
Ph.D. - Chemical Biology
University of Cape Town
04.2001 -
Senior Scientific Officer
Cellular Immunology Platform
3 2022 - Current
Senior Certificate -
Zingisa Comprehensive High school
BSc in Biological Science - undefined
University of KwaZulu-Natal (Westville)
BSc Honors in Biological Sciences - undefined
University of KwaZulu-Natal (Westville)
Master of Science (Biology) - undefined
University of KwaZulu-Natal (Westville)
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