Zamagema Sosibo
CapeTown
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Biotechnology , Microbiology and Food technology with hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Dedicated to sample collection, data recording and instrument calibration to assist in developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Assistant (Quality Assurance)
Freddy Hirsch Group
Cape Town, Western Cape Province
10.2024 - Current
- Chemical Analysis of Raw Materials and Final Product (Spices and Casings)
- Assisting with projects in the Research and development lab
- Interpreted research findings and summarized data into reports
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
PRE-AUTHORISATION CONSULTANT
Discovery Health
Cape Town, Western Cape Province
03.2023 - Current
- Manage the risk of in-hospital admissions using clinical knowledge and integrating this with the benefits of the scheme ensuring accurate information regarding Clinical interpretation and analysis of medical reports and doctors motivations
CLINICAL TRIAL RECRUITER
SubjectWell South Africa
Cape Town, Western Cape Province
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Outbound and inbound recruitment of patients for various trials
- Collect data and follow research protocols
- Collect, evaluate and modeled collected data
- Maintain compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations
- Screen patient records, databases and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies
- Follow inform consent processes and maintain records
MICROBIOLOGY INTERN
Merieux NutriSciences (Swift Siliker)
Cape Town, Western Cape Province
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Collected and analyzed biological data about relationships between organisms and environment
- Communicated research results to individuals in industry, government and general public
- Maintained all laboratory robotics
- Interpreted research findings and summarized data into reports
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Prepared samples and assisted laboratory personnel in performing qualitative and quantitative analysis using analytical instruments, techniques and methods.
- Operated and troubleshot equipment, instruments and associated software and routinely performed quality control on instrumentation to comply with established specifications.
- Cleaned and removed biohazard waste and inventory within laboratory to comply with health and safety regulations.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Advanced Diploma in Biotechnology
Cape Peninsuila University of Technology
Cape Town, South Africa04-2023
National Diploma - Biotechnology
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town, South Africa01.2021
National Senior Certificate - Matric
Claremont High School
01.2017
Skills
- Computer literate
- Excellent communication and Presentation skills
- Transcription profiling
- Time management
- Ability to work under pressure
- Collaborative
- Calibration
- Problem-solving Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Strategic planning
- Data Analysis
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Laboratory Assistant (Quality Assurance)
Freddy Hirsch Group
10.2024 - Current
PRE-AUTHORISATION CONSULTANT
Discovery Health
03.2023 - Current
CLINICAL TRIAL RECRUITER
SubjectWell South Africa
07.2022 - 03.2023
MICROBIOLOGY INTERN
Merieux NutriSciences (Swift Siliker)
01.2020 - 12.2021
National Senior Certificate - Matric
Claremont High School
Bachelor of Science - Advanced Diploma in Biotechnology
Cape Peninsuila University of Technology
National Diploma - Biotechnology
Cape Peninsula University of Technology