Research Assistant at CLIME Research Group, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University (2023-11 – Present)
- Provide research support across multiple clinical and laboratory-based infectious disease projects.
- Coordinate specimen collection according to clinic schedules and research protocols.
- Perform sample logging, processing, extraction, aliquoting, storage and biobanking of clinical specimens and their derivatives.
- Trained to work safely in a BSL-3 facility while adhering to strict biosafety and quality standards.
- Maintain research databases and perform quality control checks, updating records, and implementing required modifications.
- Develop and update SOPs.
- Manage laboratory inventory, procurement and equipment maintenance.
- Train new laboratory staff and ensure compliance with GCP.
- Contributes to the implementation of improved laboratory systems and workflows that enhance efficiency and consistency.
- Collaborate with investigators, clinicians and multidisciplinary research teams.
Quality Control Scientist at Roche Diagnostics (2015-12 – 2019-05)
- Performed product quality control testing in accordance with approved SOPs and established turnaround times.
- Accurately recorded, analyzed and reported QC results using approved documentation and quality systems.
- Conducted ad hoc testing to support troubleshooting, investigations and test method validation activities.
- Performed routine maintenance, calibration checks and qualification of laboratory equipment used for QC testing.
- Maintained and updated QC protocols, SOPs and laboratory documentation.
- Drove and supported Non-Conformance Reports (NCR), Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) and Change Control (CR) processes, including participation in root cause investigations.
- Performed routine monitoring of qualified systems to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
- Executed qualification testing for QC equipment and supported method verification and validation activities.
- Ensured compliance with ISO quality management systems ISO 9001 and ISO 13485, GLP and laboratory safety requirements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve quality objectives while consistently meeting productivity and quality targets in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
Laboratory Demonstrator at University of the Western Cape (2013-03 – 2015-08)
- Prepared laboratory equipment and reagents for practical sessions.
- Conducted laboratory demonstrations and assisted students.
- Ensured laboratory safety and correct equipment usage.
