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SHARON CHERONO CHEPKWONY

Research And Development
Nairobi,Central

Summary

Skilled Researcher enthusiastic about supporting advancements in Research and Development. Passionate about increasing knowledge to drive growth and needed improvements. Ready to apply knowledge and 4 years of experience in research. Analytical Research Specialist with experience in experimental research and data analysis. Detail-oriented and methodical professional successful in developing in-depth research projects. Reliable team player with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

I am a diligent researcher with 2 years of documented quality control success. Develops specific and measurable goals, improvements, and standards to continuously and consistently improve quality and reduce and eliminate errors. Successfully audits and maintains product accuracy and timely delivery resulting in customer satisfaction. Initiates quality-related SOP training and enforces procedural adherence.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
1
1

Report Preparation and tools

Work History

Data

Lexer
Chuka, 41
05.2021 - Current
  • Streamlined data processing for faster results by implementing advanced analytics tools.
  • Developed custom algorithms to optimize data mining, increasing effectiveness of analytical insights by managing over 20 customers per day.
  • Provided actionable insights through comprehensive reports and dashboards, supporting strategic initiatives.
  • Integrated multiple sources of disparate data into cohesive datasets using ETL processes, improving overall analytic capabilities.

Quality Research - Laboratory and Central Tea Tasting Centre

UNILEVER TEA KENYA
6 2019 - 3 2021
  • Aroma extraction plant, PLC and HMI experience
  • Machine operation and maintenance
  • Set quality standards of black and green tea
  • Support Quality Operations Manager during external audits, internal audits and other Quality Management activities
  • Offered proactive solutions by analyzing quality data
  • Monitoring regulatory changes and assessing impact
  • TOC Analysis and Measurement
  • Interpreting data sheets
  • Developed schedules and plans for raw material requirements and acquisition
  • Performed administrative duties called upon from time to time.

Internship

Kericho County Referral Hospital
08.2017 - 12.2017
  • Sample collection and preservation
  • Complex laboratory tests and data management
  • Experience at GeneXpert principals
  • Sample reception and confirmation samples are in good condition
  • Maintaining laboratory records
  • Complying with the correct procedures, policies and health and safety regulations
  • Conducted laboratory tests, analyzing results and documenting finding
  • Documentation of all activities, results and reporting back to management
  • Cleaning and sterilizing equipment and work area
  • Collecting and preparing research information needed for studies.

Attachment- Research and Development Department

UNILEVER TEA KENYA
01.2017 - 03.2017
  • Microbiology laboratory assistance
  • Testing of new tea clones to microbe identification in made tea
  • Trained in media preparation and culturing of microbes
  • Organic and Inorganic Fertilizer testing and development of nutrient indices
  • Waste and clean water analysis and data entry.

Attachment- Volunteer Laboratory Assistant

ISIOLO WATER AND SEWERAGE COMPANY (IWASCO)
04.2016 - 08.2016
  • Water quality analysis for Dissolved Oxygen, ORP, salinity, turbidity and coliform count
  • Handled data collection (100 samples a day), analysis and entry on water indicators
  • Cleaned laboratory floors and equipment for appropriate cleanliness and hygiene
  • Assisted in preparing laboratory equipment to be used in practical lessons by students
  • Ensured proper storage of requisitions of laboratory material.

Education

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Mean Grade: A Minus -

St. Francis Girls Secondary School
02.2009 - 05.2012

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Qualifications: 349/500 marks - undefined

Tengecha Girls Boarding Primary School-Kapkatet
01.1999 - 04.2008

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology

Chuka University
Chuka, Tharaka District, Kenya
05.2013 - 05.2017

Skills

Project Management

Professional Qualifications Training

  • 01/2023, 03/2023, Skill Up by Simplilearn - Introduction to Data Analytics
  • 10/2022, 12/2022, Skill Up by Simplilearn - PMP Certification
  • 12/2018, NASCOP on HIV/AIDS vaccine day - in partnership with Walter Reed Project and Kericho County Referral Hospital - in collection of data, formulation of questionnaires, compilation and presentation of data
  • 01/2013, 03/2013, Nishkam Saint Puram Singh Institute - Certificate in Computer Application
  • Certificate of completion of peer education program (HIV/AIDS, life skills, gender concepts) conducted by Kericho youth center with support of Walter Reed Project-PEPFAR program at Sachor in 2012
  • Annual mathematics contest certificate of participation in 2012 at Kabsabet Girls High School
  • Certificate of participation Chuka University biochemistry and biomedical sciences club (CUBBSA)
  • Certificate of participation Tecno Science Club Chuka university

Skill And Competencies

  • Data science and Bioinformatics
  • Automation and HMI expertise
  • Quantitative and qualitative control
  • GeneXpert and PCR principles
  • CMCs and ELISA tests
  • Clinical Developments
  • Biochemistry and Biostatistics
  • Project Management
  • Data analytics (SQL -ongoing)
  • Regulatory affairs and ISO-certification indices
  • Computer proficiencies
  • Bioengineering and molecular modelling
  • Good Knowledge of laboratory practices (GLPs), standard operating procedures (SOPs)and tests
  • Experienced in medical laboratory safety, cleanliness and infection control policies and regulations
  • Good in knowledge of laboratory equipment: AAS, TDS Meter, Spectrometer, electrochemical meter and analytical meter uses and maintenance
  • Strong accuracy skills with ability perform work accurately and thoroughly
  • Good communications skills with ability communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Customer Service Oriented – Friendly, cheerful and helpful to patients and others
  • Technical agility, Innovation and reliability in an organization
  • Responsible decision making
  • Ability to work in a team to put forth quality results
  • Ease of cross-training with capability of continuous learning

Career Profile Summary

A graduate of Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry with a PMP and Data Analytics certifications. I am an innovative and result oriented individual reliable to secure employment in a research institute, medical laboratory and quality assurance markets. Ideal candidate for positions requiring initiative, reliability and flexibility. I get the job done.

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 02/25/95

References

  • Jack Ronge, Research and Innovations Lead, Lipton Teas and Infusions(R&D), P.O.BOX 20, Kericho, 20200, 0720737558
  • Eng. Steve Ogony, Chief Engineer, KENHA, P.O. BOX 49712, Kisumu
  • Kiprop David, Research laboratory lead, Kericho County Referral Laboratories, P.O.BOX 112, KCO, 20200, kipropdavid80@gmail.com

Certification

PMP - Project Management Professional

Interests

People and leadership

Global Health

Food security

Timeline

Microsoft PowerBI

04-2024

Data Analysis

04-2023

PMP - Project Management Professional

12-2022

Data

Lexer
05.2021 - Current

Internship

Kericho County Referral Hospital
08.2017 - 12.2017

Attachment- Research and Development Department

UNILEVER TEA KENYA
01.2017 - 03.2017

Attachment- Volunteer Laboratory Assistant

ISIOLO WATER AND SEWERAGE COMPANY (IWASCO)
04.2016 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology

Chuka University
05.2013 - 05.2017

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Mean Grade: A Minus -

St. Francis Girls Secondary School
02.2009 - 05.2012

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Qualifications: 349/500 marks - undefined

Tengecha Girls Boarding Primary School-Kapkatet
01.1999 - 04.2008

Quality Research - Laboratory and Central Tea Tasting Centre

UNILEVER TEA KENYA
6 2019 - 3 2021
SHARON CHERONO CHEPKWONYResearch And Development