Excel
Trent Olsen
Molecular Biologist
Johannesburg
Summary
A passionate molecular biologist and technology enthusiast with an Honours Degree in Microbiology. Possessing a strong foundation in Information Technology, Business Process Development, and Data Analytics, I bring extensive work experience to the table. Highly adaptable and thrive under the pressure of new challenges, constantly seeking opportunities to apply my diverse skill set and contribute to innovative solutions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Systems and Data Analyst
TubePac International (Pty) Ltd
7 2024 - Current
- Integration of processes with digital tools
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and accuracy, resulting in better-informed decisions.
- Enhance business efficiency by identifying trends and patterns in complex datasets.
- IT systems development and management
- ERP system development and implementation.
- Use statistical methods to analyze data and generate useful business reports.
- Produce reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
IT and MRP Consultant
TubePac International (Pty) Ltd
2 2023 - 6 2024
- Managed the business IT environment
- Developed and implemented technologies such as Microsoft Teams and Exchange for emails to enhance business processes
- Developed, implemented and trained on the manufacturing resource planner (MRP) system which successfully enhanced business operations
Highschool Tutor
Self-employed
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students with complex questions during tutoring sessions.
- Fostered a passion for lifelong learning among high school students through engaging and interactive tutoring sessions.
- Inspired students to set personal goals and achieve them through consistent effort and dedication.
Education
Bachelor of Science With Honours - Microbiology and biotechnology
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 1 2022 - 12 2023
Bachelor of Science - Molecular And Cell Biology
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2020 - 12 2022
National Senior Certificate -
St Benedict’s College
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2015 - 12.2019
Skills
Problem-solving
Project management
Microscopy techniques
PCR Techniques
DNA Sequencing
Chromatography Techniques
Cell Culture Techniques
RNA Isolation
Protein Purification
Molecular Cloning
Protein Expression
Experimental design
Statistical Analysis
Software
Powerpoint
Word
IBM SPSS
Maestro
PDB
AI
Interests
Guitar
Soccer
Nature
Philosophy
Timeline
Highschool Tutor
Self-employed
06.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Molecular And Cell Biology
University of The Witwatersrand
01.2020 - 12 2022
National Senior Certificate -
St Benedict’s College
01.2015 - 12.2019
Systems and Data Analyst
TubePac International (Pty) Ltd
7 2024 - Current
IT and MRP Consultant
TubePac International (Pty) Ltd
2 2023 - 6 2024
Bachelor of Science With Honours - Microbiology and biotechnology
University of The Witwatersrand
1 2022 - 12 2023