Joel Musando

Results-driven Research Officer with over 10 years of experience in molecular biology, immunology, and clinical laboratory science, with demonstrated expertise in assay development, cell culture, flow cytometry, and high-throughput sequencing. Adept in data analysis using R, GraphPad Prism, Excel, and FlowJo, with a strong foundation in experimental design and biological data interpretation. Proven track record in supporting clinical research, managing laboratory operations, and training scientific staff. Committed to scientific integrity, biosafety, and quality assurance, with a passion for advancing translational research through both benchwork and data-driven insights.

• https://doi.org/10.1126/science.adr8382

• Skilled in nucleic acid extraction, quantification, and sequencing using advanced platforms like Illumina MiSeq and 10X Genomics
• Experienced in B-cell enrichment, multicolor staining, cell sorting, and flow cytometry data analysis using FlowJo and Prism.
• Conducts ELISA, Luminex, and viral outgrowth assays to assess immune responses and antibody profiles.
• Proficient in maintaining and optimizing mammalian cell lines, performing transfections, and supporting protein and virus production.
• Strong in biological data analysis using R, Excel, GraphPad Prism, and FlowJo across various experimental platforms.

• Afribop 2025 – Malawi poster presentation: Evaluation of the presence and impact of anti-cytokine autoantibodies among Kenyan patients with selected viral infections
• CAVD 2025 Meeting - Tanzania, Johari Rotana, attended the meeting presentations
• Georgia D Tomaras Laboratory visit, Duke University NC, USA- GCLP implementation for clinical trial research and antibody immune monitoring.