I am a skilled and experienced microbiologist with a solid background in laboratory science, bioprocess control and quality assurance chemistry.Advanced business and technical acumen, along with excellent qualifications, ensure a firm understanding of effective processes and systems including resolving issues and implementing appropriate improvements, while enhanced liaison and negotiation skills allow for successful collaboration with stakeholders from many professional, technical and cultural backgrounds.Highly developed analytical expertise and problem solving, time-management and organisational skills guarantee precise attention to detail, exemplary performance under pressure and the ability to achieve tight deadlines in fast-paced environments.QUALIFICATIONS:Durban University of TechnologyCanadian Equivalency: Bachelor's degree (four years) and Diploma (three years), WESo Master’s Degree - Applied Science in Biotechnology o Bachelor of Technology in Biotechnologyo National Diploma in BiotechnologyACHIEVEMENTS:• Integrated learning research project and report - Setup and operation of low-grade ethanol bioconversion Vinegar fermentations- Characterising and comparing vinegar produced by Acetic Acid bacteria• B. Tech research projects and report - Gene expression, Fungal Chitosan comparison and biopolymer film characterisation• Master’s research project and thesis - Chitosan polymer production from waste materials by fungal fermentation and prototype development SPECIALIST SKILLS:• Analytical thinking • Laboratory operations• Physicochemical characterisation• Quality control management • Research and development • Specification management• Routine sampling and testing• Report writing and reporting• Project management • Team leadership • Effective communication• Time management• Creative problem solving• Organisation IT SKILLS:• Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams• Zoom• SAP• Endnote