Samwel Njenga Ndegwa
Bachelor's Of Science In Biochemistry
Karatina
Summary
My career objective is to secure a challenging position in the field of biochemistry where I can utilize my knowledge, laboratory skills, and passion for scientific discovery. My goal is to actively engage in research, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and utilize emerging technologies to address complex biological problem and drive innovation in the field.
I am passionate, goal oriented and dynamic biochemist adept at experimental design, data interpretation, and scientific inquiry. Skilled in molecular biology techniques, biochemical assays, and bacteriological techniques. Passionate about advancing scientific knowledge and contributing to breakthroughs in scientific field.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Academic research project
Karatina University
03.2024 - 04.2024
- I conducted phytochemical analysis and evaluated the antidiabetic activity of Senna corymbosa leaves extract using albino mice
- Developed and optimised experimental protocol for data collection and analysis
- I conducted solvent extraction and performed qualitative phytochemical screening
- I acquired knowledge on laboratory animal handling
Attachment
Regional Veterinary Investigation Laboratory
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Performed diagnostic tests on animal samples, including bacteriology, serological tests like ELISA, AGID TEST and aflatoxin feeds analysis
- Assisted in public health, disease control activities, identification of microorganism, and sample collection
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and produce satisfactory lab reports
- Acknowledged by the Officer-in-charge for being a great asset during the attachment period
Academic experiment
Karatina University
08.2020 - 04.2024
- Conducted various experiments involving bacteriology, molecular work and biochemical assays, enhancing practical laboratory skills and theoretical knowledge
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Karatina University
Karatina, Nyeri 01.2020 - 04.2024
Certificate in computer packages -
Devine computer training centre
Mau-Narok 03.2020 - 05.2020
Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education -
Kilimo high school
Egerton 01.2016 - 04.2019
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Mau-Narok primary school
Mau-Narok 01.2007 - 04.2015
Skills
Laboratory techniques
Spectrophotometry
PCR
Gel electrophoresis
Microscopy
ELISA
Titration
Biochemical assays
Bacteriological techniques
Scientific writing
DNA extraction
Bioinformatics
NCBI
Sequence analysis
BLAST
Molecular modelling
Protscale
Prosite
GLP regulation
Attention to details
Problem solving
Teamwork
Collaboration
Communication skills
Self-motivated
Ms Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Access
Timeline
Academic research project
Karatina University
03.2024 - 04.2024
Attachment
Regional Veterinary Investigation Laboratory
06.2023 - 08.2023
Academic experiment
Karatina University
08.2020 - 04.2024
Certificate in computer packages -
Devine computer training centre
03.2020 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Karatina University
01.2020 - 04.2024
Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education -
Kilimo high school
01.2016 - 04.2019
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Mau-Narok primary school
01.2007 - 04.2015