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Kuhle Kitsili

@kuhlekitsili

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Aspiring public health professional with a focus on genomic epidemiology.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to apply my skills in public health and genomic research, preferably in a collaborative environment that values innovation and growth.

I am currently a member of the Public Health for Genomic Epidemiology (PHA4GE) working group, where I contribute to global efforts in genomic epidemiology. My role involves developing standards and evaluating bioinformatics tools, which are crucial for advancing public health initiatives.

In addition to my work with PHA4GE, I have gained practical experience through a voluntary position at Clicks, where I assisted cashiers during the busy holiday season. This role allowed me to develop my customer service skills and gain insights into the retail environment, while also positioning me for future opportunities in the scientific field.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Working Group Member

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Public Health for Genomic Epidemiology South Africa

May 2025 - Present (7 months)

I am a member of the working group team of the Public Health for Genomics Epidemiology (PHA4GE). The working is involved in global efforts in genomic epidemiology. The key responsibilities of the working group is to Contact develop standards and evaluate or co-develop bioinfomatics tools just to name a few.

Bioinformatics Data Analysis Public Health

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Clicks

Dec 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 month)

I was a Christmas flexi for Clicks. The job was focused in assisting the cashiers that work full time at Clicks with potentially obtaining a full time opportunity after the flexi role was completed.

Customer Service Retail Operations Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of the Western Cape

Honours, Medical Bioscience

Undertook an Honours degree in Medical Bioscience at the University of the Western Cape. This program provided advanced study in the field.

University of the Western Cape

Bachelor, Medical Bioscience

Completed a Bachelor's degree in Medical Bioscience at the University of the Western Cape. The curriculum covered foundational and advanced topics in the biosciences.