Firdos Abdul Karim

BSc Honours in Environmental Science student aspiring to join a field which challenges me intellectually and socially; I am hoping to be part of a team of changemakers and pace setters who deepen the understanding of science, and where my skill set can be implemented positively.

Student Assistant, Microbiology - North West University - Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa

(2025-02 - 2025-10)

• Prepared agar and broth media, ensuring sterility, correct pH, and accurate component measurements.
• Set up and maintained lab equipment such as autoclaves, incubators, and microscopes; conducted routine cleaning and calibration.
• Carried out aseptic techniques to prevent contamination; handled disposal of biological waste in compliance with biosafety regulations.
• Recorded and maintained detailed logs of experiments, microbial cultures, test results, and inventory levels.

Microbiology Intern - North West University - Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa

(2024-06 - 2025-01)

• Assisted postgraduate students in the lab working on ecological interactions & ecosystem resilience under Prof. Rasheed Adeleke.
• Performed daily administrative tasks for the research group including ordering lab supplies.

Class Representative, Microbiology - North West University - Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa

(2023-02 - 2023-06)

• Acted as mediator between students and lecturers; represented student concerns in two microbiology classes.

Charity & Outreach Subcommittee - Muslim Student Association (MSA) - Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa

(2020-02 - 2020-11)

• Assisted to make Muslim students' lives easier on campus.
• Organized and participated in food drives and hamper distribution for the less fortunate.

BSc Honours - Environmental Science - North West University (2025-02)

Completed Prior Course Work - Biochemistry & Microbiology - North West University

Matric - Bachelor Pass - Nur-il-Iman Muslim School