Precious Igene

A skilled researcher with experience in primary and secondary research, demonstrating an exhaustive knowledge of scientific-based experiments with a unique blend of skills and competencies. Proficient in handling industry-based laboratory operations, managing quality control initiatives, compliance and validation concerns. Applying endocrine research expertise in investigating molecular mechanisms of neuropathology.

Highly ethical with the ability to adapt swiftly to diverse work environments, always bringing the core values of integrity, hard work and discipline.

RESEARCHER (WET LAB) at MOUNTAIN TOP UNIVERSITY (2025-03 – Present)

• Conduct cytology, sacrifice and dissect laboratory rats.
• Induce and treat rats with the use of a canola or syringe.
• Conduct fasting blood glucose, urinalysis and blood pressure tests on rats.
• RNA extraction using TRIzol method and qPCR analysis.
• Conduct spectrophotometric assays, proximate analysis, Soxhlet extraction, GC-Mass Spectrometry, ELISA and diet formulation.
• Compile and analyze research data.

RESEARCH ASSISTANT at MOUNTAIN TOP UNIVERSITY (2022-01 – 2022-09)

• Conduct cytology, sacrifice and dissect laboratory rats.
• Plant extract from plant materials following due protocol.
• Induce and treat rats with the use of a canola.
• Conduct fasting blood glucose tests on rats.
• Compile and analyze research data.

QUALITY CONTROL OFFICER at TIGER FOODS LIMITED (2023-03 – 2023-12)

• Performing comprehensive quality analysis of products and establish an inclusive work environment to develop team members.
• Analyzing production issues and quality defects, and coordinated with manufacturing teams to identify corrective actions and long-term solutions.
• Compiling and reporting daily feedback to team lead and manager, to improve service time and quality, while increasing productivity.
• Monitoring processes and procedures to comply with the standard regulations and company policy.
• Delivering training on internal QC processes and QMS, and provided continual mentorship.
• Coordinating maintenance, calibration, and control of inspection, measuring, and all test equipment.
• Performing root cause analysis by completing thorough testing and documenting results using different tools.

QUALITY CONTROL INTERN at RITE FOODS LIMITED (2021-06 – 2021-10)

• Active participation in verifying strict adherence to first in first out (FIFO).
• Proper documentation and recording of data in the laboratory.
• Meticulously followed up on production processes on the production floor (husky lines and Krones line).
• Assisted in carrying out hourly tests and analysis of samples before production, during production and after production to the point of being released.
• Supervised production environment cleaning for more hygienic workstations and safety.

MASTER OF SCIENCE in Biochemistry – MOUNTAIN TOP UNIVERSITY, NIGERIA (2024-10 – 2026-03)

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE in Biochemistry – MOUNTAIN TOP UNIVERSITY, NIGERIA (2018-09 – 2022-09)