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Sammy Wanjohi

@sammywanjohi

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Motivated Physics undergraduate with strong analytical and technical skills.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to apply my analytical skills in a collaborative environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

I am a motivated and adaptable Physics and Science Laboratory undergraduate with a strong foundation in both practical and academic physics. My experiences have equipped me with professional and technical skills that I have developed through various roles in university and the field. I approach my work methodically and with a customer-focused mindset, always driven to see projects through to completion.

During my time as a Research Assistant at the Kenya Medical Research Institute, I created microbial cultures and isolated Vibrio cholerae samples, while also maintaining laboratory equipment. My volunteer work with the Kenya Red Cross allowed me to assist in field interviewing and provide health assistance to refugees, showcasing my commitment to community service. Additionally, my role as a Metrology Officer at the Kenya Bureau of Standards involved calibrating industrial equipment and performing uncertainty calculations, further solidifying my technical expertise.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Metrology Officer

Kenya Bureau of Standards

Jan 2022 - Jan 2022 (0 months)

Calibrated industrial equipment and performed uncertainty calculations, ensuring the realization of fundamental SI units while repairing mechanical and electrical instruments.

Quality Assurance

Volunteer Field Interviewer

Kenya Red Cross, Nyeri Branch

Oct 2019 - Nov 2019 (1 month)

Conducted field interviews to collect refugee data and provided evacuation and health assistance to refugees, including clinical assistance at Outspan Hospital.

Data Collection Health Assistance Communication Crisis Management

Research Assistant

Kenya Medical Research Institute

Mar 2019 - Sep 2019 (6 months)

Created Escherichia coli cultures and isolated Vibrio cholerae samples. Developed project concepts and maintained optimal workflow while repairing laboratory equipment.

Data Analysis

Volunteer Teacher

Olerai School

Jan 2017 - Apr 2017 (3 months)

Taught grade 1 and grade 2 English and science subjects. Developed curriculum for grade 1 students, enhancing their learning experience.

Curriculum Development Teaching Classroom Management Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Technical University of Kenya

Bachelor of Technology, Science Laboratory Technology

2017 - 2022

Completed a Bachelor of Technology in Science Laboratory Technology with a focus on Physics. Developed practical and theoretical skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and technical reporting.

Technical University of Kenya

Diploma of Technology, Science Laboratory Technology

2017 - 2019

Earned a Diploma of Technology in Science Laboratory Technology, gaining foundational knowledge in laboratory practices and scientific methodologies.

Kenya National Examinations Council

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education

2013 - 2016

Grade: B+

Achieved a mean grade of B+ in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, demonstrating strong academic performance in science and mathematics subjects.