Silindile Nhlanhla

I hold an MSc in Tropical Animal Health, BSc Honours degree in Zoology, BTech in Operations Management and BSc in Biotechnology. I have strong background in research and project management. I wish to pursue a career in which I can use all my broad-based abilities such as organisational, time management skills, project management, communication, interpersonal, research and analytical skills.

I am passionate about the work; I commit myself to and eager to match organisational objectives to my personal goals. Wish to be part of an institution which allows me to be in a flexible role player in the Science world. I am strongly motivated and driven to honouring commitment, proactive in my delivery of results and meeting deadlines and though experience have proved my ability to work effectively within a diverse team.

Acquiring knowledge and skill is very important towards the development of my career, in that regard I work very hard to ensure maximum usage of every opportunity granted. I can offer a great attitude, the willingness to learn and the ability to work well in a team. In offering this, I hope to gain the opportunity to build the institution into achieving greater heights, given the chance.

Forensic Analyst - South African Police Services

(2017-01)

• Updating and writing methods and validation documents
• Analysis of biological material to the level of evidence processing, sample DNA analysis and DNA results analysis
• Open exhibits and capture them on STRLab and related IT systems; Processing of samples in the Semi-Automated System
• Submit cases related to the Reference Index Lane and Crime Index Lane; Submission of reports
• Perform administrative duties related to casework and comply with the Quality Management System and SHE requirements
• Developing and analysing strategies for improvement within the section
• Present expert testimony at court
• Office Administration not limited to filing, faxing and scanning
• Ensuring that policies and procedures are adhered to
• Writing of official letters on behalf of the organization
• Ensure that all administrative tasks for the Lab are completed
• HACCP, GLP and ISO standards practice

Research Technician - Transboundary Animal Disease Programme - Agricultural Research Council- Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute

(2013-01 - 2017-12)

• Scientific report writing, managing projects
• Updating and writing methods and validation documents
• Cell culture techniques; Check virus presence and calculate titres; virology
• Ensuring all the Biotech supply is up to date; Carry out technical tasks for biotech research projects, including data analysis; Work effectively on multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
• Working on projects associated with the production of vaccines against foot and mouth diseases in Cell Cultures; Clarification and inactivation of antigen
• Identifying and evaluating vaccine components and developing production process
• Prepares all data forms with proper information for production run scheduled
• Executes Quality Control testing procedures and out-of-specification investigations; completes batch records, Quality Control forms, and results tracking spreadsheets
• Preparation of Buffers, reagents, and other solutions required as needed for processing
• Perform duties associated with aseptic processes, weighing, measuring, counting, calculations, sampling, and verifications required for biological production processes in accordance with batch production records (BPR) and in compliance with current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) standards, all current safety standards and site procedures
• Perform routine laboratory operations such as cell bank, vial thaw, seed expansion in mini fermenter and pilot plant fermenter (10 to 20 L) bioreactors, harvest of product using centrifugation and / or filtration, routine in-process analytical testing, etc
• Preparing and running Agarose gels to resolve DNA fragments; Perform PCR reactions; Primer designing; Virus Isolation; DNA extractions; Cloning; Sequence Analysis; Preparing and running SDS-PAGE gels and doing Western Blot; Protein purification; working at a BSL-3 laboratory

Intern - Inqaba Biotechnical Industries

(2012-01 - 2013-12)

• Molecular techniques: Use PCR machine to optimize and perform amplification of desirable DNA and RNA fragments; Using the Linux to determine outcome based on biological projects and research
• Using the Linux to determine outcome based on biological projects and research
• Ensuring that service delivery is not compromised

Sensory and Application Intern - International Flavours & Fragrances

(2010-01 - 2012-12)

• Sensory analysis of raw materials and finished products; Ensure that all administrative tasks for the Lab are completed; HACCP, GMP, GLP and ISO standards practice: - ensuring that QC records are filled and archived. Entering sample results on the SAP data base, and make corresponding inventory movements on SAP
• Project briefs analysis and inventory control of DMS collection fragrance and raw materials and shelf life assessment
• Quality control analysis of flavours and fragrances; Using the GC for analysis of present chemicals in the product; Observes conditions and practices in compounding, packaging, and finished goods storage areas, making recommendations for improvement
• Keeping ESH training Records; Ensuring the availability of PPE; Preparing monthly reports for ESH; Reporting Audit findings, and work towards solving the issue with the team; Ensuring that the ESH procedures, policies, and standards are maintained, valued, and respected

IT Administrative Learner - Sturrock & Robson Group

(2009-01 - 2009-12)

• Data capturing; Attending outgoing and incoming calls and faxes
• Filling of documents; Making orders for IT stock and logging calls; Download service patches and other appropriate software from the internet
• Allocation of IT hardware; Backup software disks as appropriate achieve data; Install, upgrade, and configure operating systems and software, using standard business and administration

In-service Student - Sunspray Food Ingredients (Pty) Ltd

(2008-01 - 2008-12)

• Product quality control from manufacturing to dispatching
• Support production processes; control inventory of supplies, and maintain equipment
• Follow all lab and site Safety and GMP rules; Calculate batch adjustments for certain products; File and maintain retained samples
• Calibrate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation; Ensuring that the staff uses PPE in all designated areas; Preparing for site audits

Masters of Science - Animal Tropical Health - University of Pretoria (2020-01 - 2022-12)

Certificate - Total Quality Management - University of South Africa (2015-01 - 2016-12)

BSc Honours - Zoology - Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (2015-01 - 2015-12)

BTech - Operations Management - University of Johannesburg (2009-01 - 2009-12)

BSc - Biotechnology - University of Zululand (2004-01 - 2007-12)