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GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Professional Summary
Demonstrated success in public health project and team management, including epidemiology, statistical analysis and literature reviews. Skilled in technical writing, surveillance and field research. Results-driven and proactive with a diligent, responsive and resourceful nature.
Skills
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Work History
Graduate Research Assistant, 05/2001 to Current
The New School – New York , NY
The New School – New York , NY
- Conduct literature review, develop data collection tools, needs assessments, and document findings.
- Facilitate round table divine dialogue meetings on mental Health and race equity.
- Design and implement innovative program activities in accordance with the program objectives and set timelines as well as utilize various project planning and management tools like Gantt charts for proper program management.
- Research and document opportunities of further funding write grants proposals and submit to various organizations for funding consideration.
- Lead the writing, editing, and publishing of policy briefs, policy papers as well as preparing progress reports and documenting successes.
- Perform statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
Senior Laboratory Technologist, 02/2007 to 08/2019
Ecolab Inc. – Mount Pleasant , MI
Ecolab Inc. – Mount Pleasant , MI
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Conducted evaluations for as many as 50 patients daily, including EKGs, chemical analysis, urinalysis and hematology.
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
- Kept laboratory equipment clean and in good working order for optimal functionality and longevity.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information as per internal and other regulatory standards.
- Handled specimens according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results.
- Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
Acting Program Coordinator, 10/2015 to 04/2019
Great River Health Systems – West Burlington , IA
Great River Health Systems – West Burlington , IA
- Managed the daily operations of the program to ensure the HIV prevention strategies are adhered to.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, yearly reports of the program's activities and managed a budget line of $50000 per financial year.
- Collaborated with relevant stakeholders, to strengthen the relationship with organizations like Pathfinder International, JHPIEGO, AIDS Health Foundation, National Aids Control Council (NACC) and KANCO.
- Facilitated linkages/referrals for clients to access HIV Viral load, CD4 cell count, Genexpert, and other Laboratory services.
- Participated in HIV/AIDS Prevention coordination/stakeholders' meetings on behalf of the organization.
Medical Laboratory Technologist, 12/2000 to 11/2006
The Mater Hospital – City , STATE
The Mater Hospital – City , STATE
- Received and processed specimens released patient's results according to priority, and archived specimens as per laboratory procedures created and maintained documents and records in the laboratory.
- Maintained relevant equipment in terms of routine maintenance, calibration, and quality control.
- Participated in proficiency testing and other quality assurance programs.
- Ensured compliance with relevant policies and procedures including but not limited to those related to safety and infection control as well as applicable guidelines and laws.
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
Education
Project Planning and Management: 09/2018
UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
Graduated with Distinction
UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
Graduated with Distinction
Master of Arts: 06/2016
DAYSTAR UNIVERSITY
Factors Influencing Infant Mortality among Slum Dwellers in Kenya. A case of Mukuru Slums in Nairobi County. Coursework in Poverty in a Globalizing World, Role of NGO in Sustainable Development, Participatory Development Techniques, Gender and Development, Disaster Management, Social Change and Community Development, Dynamic of Leadership, Statistical Methods, Community Based Research methods. GPA: 3.53
DAYSTAR UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology, Sociology, And Communication, 12/2011
UNIVERSITY oF NAIROBI
UNIVERSITY oF NAIROBI
Graduated with Second Class Honors
Master of Science: Global Health Policy and ManagementBRANDEIS UNIVERSITY, Heller School For Social Policy And Management - City, State
Higher National Diploma: Medical Laboratory Technology, 11/2003
TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF KENYA FORMER KENYA POLYTECHNIC
TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF KENYA FORMER KENYA POLYTECHNIC
Diploma: Medical Laboratory Technology, 12/2000
Technical University of Kenya
Technical University of Kenya
Coursework in International Health Systems, Applied Regression Analysis, Survey Design and Data Analysis, Intersectionality & Bioethics, Epidemiology/Biostatistics/Population Health, International Health Financing, International Health Economics and Research Methods.GPA: 3.70
Associate DegreeAccomplishments Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
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School Attended
- UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
- DAYSTAR UNIVERSITY
- UNIVERSITY oF NAIROBI
- BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY, Heller School For Social Policy And Management
- TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF KENYA FORMER KENYA POLYTECHNIC
- Technical University of Kenya
Job Titles Held:
- Graduate Research Assistant
- Senior Laboratory Technologist
- Acting Program Coordinator
- Medical Laboratory Technologist
Degrees
- Project Planning and Management : 09/2018
Master of Arts : 06/2016
Bachelor of Arts : Psychology, Sociology, And Communication , 12/2011
Master of Science : Global Health Policy and Management
Higher National Diploma : Medical Laboratory Technology , 11/2003
Diploma : Medical Laboratory Technology , 12/2000
Coursework in International Health Systems, Applied Regression Analysis, Survey Design and Data Analysis, Intersectionality & Bioethics, Epidemiology/Biostatistics/Population Health, International Health Financing, International Health Economics and Research Methods.
Associate Degree
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