Kamenju Lucy Njoki
Laboratory Technologist
Nairobi
Summary
To serve in any position I hold to the best of my ability and dedication and continuously strive to improve on this ability. Dedicated professional skillful in sample collection, data recording and instrument calibration. Resourceful and adaptable individual with extensive experience developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician
Kenyatta University
5 2011 - Current
- Technician in charge of microbiology/parasitology/cell biology
- Preparation and administration of practicals
- Technical assistance to post graduate students in their research work
- Laboratory practices and management, and other duties as may be assigned by the chairman.
Laboratory Technologist
Kagera Fish Company
01.2009 - 04.2011
- Routine laboratory practices
- Samples collection
- Sample analysis
- Examination and Analysis of water Quality
- (Microbial Quality, PH and Chlorine levels)
- Data analysis, Presentation and Interpretation.
Laboratory Technologist
Kamirithu Herbs Medicine
08.2006 - 12.2008
- Routine laboratory diagnosis
- Microbiological investigation i.e
- Culture and sensitivity
- Herbs collection
- Data collection and analysis.
Volunteer Laboratory Technologist
Aski Medical Clinic
08.2006 - 12.2006
- Routine laboratory diagnosis and handled few microbiological investigation i.e
- Bacterial culture and sensitivity.
Intern Laboratory Technologist
National Museum of Kenya - Herpetology/Ichthyology Department
02.2006 - 07.2006
- Technical assistance in research projects; Laboratory management practices; Preservation of specimen; Identification/ taxonomy of specimen; Data collection.
Education
Witima Secondary School
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Kagumo Primary School
Laboratory practices and management, Computer studies, communication skills development studies, Animal and plant husbandry, Entomology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Museum, Herbarium, Aquarium and Vivarium Techniques, Biochemistry, Animal and Plant anatomy and physiology, Microbiology, Parasitology and immunology, Cell biology and Microscopy, Histological collection of materials and techniques, Genetic processes, engineering and Biotechnology, Animal and Plant Taxonomy, Ecology (Aquatic and Terrestrial), Soil study (formation, science and management), Data collection and analysis - undefined
Kenya Polytechnic
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Technology in Applied Biology
The Technical University of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya 04.2001 -
Skills
Microscopy techniques
Animal Dissection
Multitasking Abilities
Laboratory safety protocols
Specimen Collection
Chemical Reagent Preparation
Quality control monitoring
Sample Preparation
Microbiology Techniques
Adaptability
Active Listening
Interpersonal Skills
Responsibilities In School
- Secretary/member - Young Christian Students (YCS) Kenya Polytechnic
- Member - Circle of Moral Love (CML)
- Member - peer counseling group
- Member-young scientist forum (NMK)
Short Courses Awarded
- First Aid and disaster management
- AIDs awareness campaign courses
- Peer counseling course
- ISO workshop on Quality Management and Awareness
- Public Relation and Customer Care.
Names
Kamenju Lucy Njoki
Telephone
+254 722 303 451
Profession
Biologist
Career Aspiration
Research scientist
Industrial Attachments
- 12/2004, National Museum of Kenya Herbarium Department, Seeds for life conservation project, Seed collection, Seed processing/drying/seed cleaning, Sampling for fresh viability/Seed test, Moisture content test (MC), Relative humidity test (RH), Media preparation, Sowing and incubation, Germination score and termination (germination test
- 08/2004, National Museum of Kenya, Molecular Genetics Laboratory, Sample collection, DNA Isolation and quantification, Routine PCR, Gel preparation and electrophoresis analysis, Gene clean procedures, Media and reagents preparation, Bacterial culture maintenance in cloning procedures, Plasmid extraction, Disposal of microbiology wastes and health hazards
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/29/82
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Christian
References
- Dr. Kevin Kabui, Lecturer, Department of Zoological Sciences, Kenyatta University, P.O Box 43844 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya, kabui.kevin@ku.ac.ke, +254 724 450 456.
- Dr. Fredrick Maloba, Lecturer, Department of Zoological Sciences, Kenyatta University, P.O Box 43844 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya, maloba.fredrick@ku.ac.ke, +254 723 086 812.
- Dr. Alex K. Machocho, Senior Lecture, Department Of Chemistry,Kenyatta University, P.O Box 43844 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya, machocho.alex@ku.ac.ke, machochoalex@hotmail.com, +254 722 252877
Timeline
Laboratory Technologist
Kagera Fish Company
01.2009 - 04.2011
Laboratory Technologist
Kamirithu Herbs Medicine
08.2006 - 12.2008
Volunteer Laboratory Technologist
Aski Medical Clinic
08.2006 - 12.2006
Intern Laboratory Technologist
National Museum of Kenya - Herpetology/Ichthyology Department
02.2006 - 07.2006
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Technology in Applied Biology
The Technical University of Kenya
04.2001 -
Laboratory Technician
Kenyatta University
5 2011 - Current
Witima Secondary School
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Kagumo Primary School
Laboratory practices and management, Computer studies, communication skills development studies, Animal and plant husbandry, Entomology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Museum, Herbarium, Aquarium and Vivarium Techniques, Biochemistry, Animal and Plant anatomy and physiology, Microbiology, Parasitology and immunology, Cell biology and Microscopy, Histological collection of materials and techniques, Genetic processes, engineering and Biotechnology, Animal and Plant Taxonomy, Ecology (Aquatic and Terrestrial), Soil study (formation, science and management), Data collection and analysis - undefined
Kenya Polytechnic