Shakeel Ahmed
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Adaptable laboratory professional with expertise in lab equipment maintenance and operation. Monitors calibration and cleaning needs to maintain compliance, safety and functionality. Excellent troubleshooting and issue resolution skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
Food Science lab. DOW University of Health Science
Karachi , Pakistan
2019.01 - 2023.01
- Maintained high standards across sampling, processing and storage operations.
- Adopted aseptic techniques to maintain sample integrity.
- Followed instructions to prepare precise chemical solutions for laboratory use.
- Measured and recorded participant information for accurate, up-to-date records.
- Retained knowledge of research procedures, documentation and safety requirements to maintain compliance.
- Catalogued samples and specimens in orderly systems.
- Analysed data to identify trends and make reliable scientific conclusions.
- Collect samples and prepare them according to procedure.
- Ensure all samples are properly disposed of and follow environmental regulations.
- Implemented quality control measures to improve validity of findings.
- Updated databases with analysis findings for ongoing research monitoring.
- Participate in quality audits and all required trainings.
- Organizing and maintaining chemical and nonchemical lab consumables stock
- Operated complex scientific equipment with care and precision.
- Setting up service calls for faulty equipment’s and damaged instruments.
- Calibrated laboratory tool and equipment for accurate research outcomes.
- Stocked rooms with appropriate equipment and supplies to enable efficient testing.
- Handled chemicals and waste in line with COSHH regulations.
- Carried out routine housekeeping tasks to maintain safe, clean, uncluttered work environment.
Sr. Research Assistant
Nutrition Research laboratory, AKU university
Karachi , Pakistan
2018.01 - 2019.01
- Operated specialized measuring equipment to capture precise and reliable readings.
- Monitored usages of materials and supplies to calculate amounts for re-ordering to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Maintain inventory and purchased lab supplies when necessary, including chemicals and equipment.
- Upheld hygienic laboratory conditions for research objectivity.
- Maintained laboratory equipment to guarantee accuracy and proper functioning.
- Monitored and updated stock levels and inventory databases.
- Assist principal investigator (PI) in scheduling lab tests and staff assignments Checking chemicals in stock for testing and reporting to lab manager for new requisitions.
- Operated machinery to achieve targets while following regulations.
- Oversaw logistics and operations to deliver process optimizations and efficiencies.
Education
Fsc - Science
FBISE
Pakistan 2011.01 - 2012.12
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
FUUAST
Pakistan 2014.01 - 2017.12
MATRIC - Science
New Beacon House School
Hunza, Pakistan 2009.01 - 2010.12
Skills
- Atomic Absorption spectroscopy (AAS)
- High Performance liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
- Kjeldhal Apparatus (Protein Estimator)
- Milk Analyzer (Gerber Unit)
- Automatic Refractometer
- Spectrophotometer
- Rotary Evaporator
- MS OFFICE suite
- LIMS proficiency
- Automated analyser operation
- Chemical safety procedures
- Sample preparation and processing.
- Laboratory safety protocol
Languages
English
Advanced
Urdu
Native
Hindi
Native
Certification
- 2024-01-01, PROJECT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATION, GOOGLE
- 2023-12-01, IELTS 7.0 BAND
- 2022-02-01, PROFESSIONAL EMAIL WRITING, GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY USA VIA COURSERA
- BOC ASCP 2023
Reference
Will provide upon request.
Timeline
LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
Food Science lab. DOW University of Health Science
2019.01 - 2023.01
Sr. Research Assistant
Nutrition Research laboratory, AKU university
2018.01 - 2019.01
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
FUUAST
2014.01 - 2017.12
Fsc - Science
FBISE
2011.01 - 2012.12
MATRIC - Science
New Beacon House School
2009.01 - 2010.12
- 2024-01-01, PROJECT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATION, GOOGLE
- 2023-12-01, IELTS 7.0 BAND
- 2022-02-01, PROFESSIONAL EMAIL WRITING, GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY USA VIA COURSERA
- BOC ASCP 2023
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