Khayo Johnstone
@johnstonekhayo
Microbiologist with expertise in clinical diagnostics and AI training.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated microbiologist with a Master’s degree and three years of experience in clinical diagnostics and microbial research. My work has focused on advancing AI training in microbiology, where I leverage my expertise in bacteriology, virology, parasitology, mycology, and microbial genetics to drive impactful scientific solutions. I have successfully published research on antibiotic resistance and host-pathogen interactions, contributing to the field with over 20 citations in reputable journals.
In my current role as a Microbiology Research Associate at the Kenya Medical Research Institute, I spearhead studies that enhance diagnostic accuracy and improve lab efficiency through training and protocol implementation. My technical skills in PCR, qPCR, and biochemical assays have led to significant advancements in pathogen identification. Additionally, I have engineered AI model prompts that increased output accuracy, showcasing my ability to blend microbiological expertise with innovative technology.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Microbiology Research Associate
Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)
Aug 2023 - Present (2 years)
Spearheaded antibiotic resistance and host-pathogen interaction studies, publishing "Genomic Insights into Multi-Drug Resistant Escherichia coli" in Frontiers in Microbiology. Engineered AI model prompts, increasing output accuracy by 10% via 100+ documented error traces for microbial diagnostics.
Microbiology Laboratory Specialist
Battelle Memorial Institute
Jul 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)
Conducted high-throughput testing on clinical and environmental samples in bacteriology, virology, and parasitology, achieving 98% data accuracy. Pioneered a sterile sample processing protocol for industrial microbiology, cutting contamination by 12% across 200+ experiments.
Education
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Kenyatta University
Master of Science, Microbiology
2022 -
Completed a Master of Science in Microbiology, focusing on advanced topics in microbial research and clinical diagnostics. Gained expertise in bacteriology, virology, parasitology, mycology, and microbial genetics.
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
2018 - 2022
Obtained a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, building a strong foundation in core microbiological principles. Developed skills in laboratory techniques and scientific inquiry relevant to the field.
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