Osborn Khasabuli
@osbornkhasabuli
Medical microbiologist and researcher with 10+ years' experience in diagnostics, teaching, and molecular methods.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a Medical Microbiologist with over a decade of experience in research, laboratory diagnostics, and university-level teaching, currently pursuing a PhD in Medical Microbiology at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology. I have led and contributed to epidemiological studies, processed clinical and environmental samples, and published peer-reviewed work on topics including antimicrobial susceptibility and diagnostic evaluation.
I excel in molecular biology techniques (DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis), biostatistics and data analysis (SPSS, advanced Excel), laboratory quality control and academic mentorship. I bring proven skills in course development, student supervision, and collaborative research across institutions including KEMRI and Nagasaki University.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
JTPart-Time Lecturer
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Deliver lectures, tutorials, and practicals in Medical Microbiology, develop course materials and assessments, and mentor undergraduate and postgraduate research projects to improve student outcomes.
CKResearch Attaché
Centre for Microbiology Research, KEMRI
Oct 2015 - Oct 2016 (1 year)
Processed and analysed clinical and environmental samples, performed DNA extraction and PCR for microbial identification, and supported quantitative and qualitative data analysis for epidemiological studies.
Microbiology Intern
National Agricultural Research Laboratories
Apr 2011 - Jul 2011 (3 months)
Isolated bacteria and fungi, conducted ELISA and molecular assays, maintained laboratory equipment and prepared culture media to support agricultural health studies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
JTJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
Doctor of Philosophy, Medical Microbiology
2020 -
Activities and societies: Part-Time Lecturer (Jan 2024–Present); research and mentorship of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Pursuing a PhD in Medical Microbiology with research and teaching responsibilities since 2020.
JTJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
Master of Science, Medical Microbiology
2015 - 2019
Activities and societies: Research involving molecular assays and data analysis; participant in MRSA & bioinformatics training.
Completed a Master of Science in Medical Microbiology focusing on molecular and clinical microbiology techniques.
KUKenyatta University
Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
2008 - 2012
Grade: Second Class Honours (Upper Division)
Activities and societies: Member, Microbiology Club; microbiology internship at National Agricultural Research Laboratories (Apr–Jul 2011).
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology with Second Class Honours (Upper Division), covering microbiology, immunology, and laboratory diagnostics.
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