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Serwaa Cecilia

@serwaacecilia

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I'm a biochemistry and biotechnology graduate building practical skills in clinical diagnostics and molecular biology.

Ghana

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for an opportunity to apply and grow my practical skills in clinical laboratory diagnostics, molecular biology, bioinformatics, and biological research.

I'm a biochemistry and biotechnology graduate with hands-on experience in clinical diagnostics, molecular biology, and biological data analysis.

At Dodowa District Hospital and CAN Laboratory at KNUST, I supported sample registration and processing, malaria microscopy, phlebotomy, blood grouping, compatibility testing, and diagnostic workflows including liver and kidney function testing.

Through Kumasi Hive Biolab training, I've performed DNA/RNA extraction, quantification, PCR, gel electrophoresis, primer validation, and Sanger sequencing analysis while building skills in Python, bioinformatics, biosafety, and laboratory quality control.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Research Trainee

Kumasi Hive Biolab

Mar 2026 - Mar 2026 (0 months)

Completed hands-on training in molecular biology, performing DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, and Sanger sequencing data analysis. Applied Primer-BLAST and in-silico tools for primer design and validation.

DNA Extraction RNA Extraction Nucleic Acid Quantification PCR Gel Electrophoresis Primer Design Primer Design (Primer‑BLAST)In Silico Validation Sanger Sequencing Sequence Analysis Bioinformatics

Research/Laboratory Intern

Clinical Analysis Network (CAN) Laboratory, KNUST

Sep 2025 - Nov 2025 (2 months)

Conducted microscopy-based malaria analysis, performed venipuncture, and supported blood grouping and compatibility testing. Assisted in molecular diagnostic workflows including genotyping techniques.

Microscopy Malaria Diagnosis Blood Smear Preparation Staining Parasite Identification Phlebotomy Blood Grouping Compatibility Testing Molecular Diagnostics Genotyping Methods Biosafety

Research Intern

Dodowa District Hospital

Sep 2023 - Oct 2023 (1 month)

Managed patient sample registration and documentation, assisted in microbiology sample handling, and performed rapid diagnostic tests. Received training in liver and kidney function tests and supported laboratory workflow efficiency.

Sample Registration Documentation Microbiology Liver Function Test Kidney Function Test Diagnostic Testing Malaria Testing Lab Workflow Quality Control

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

BSc, Biochemistry and Biotechnology

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Biotechnology with coursework in molecular genetics, metabolism, and analytical biochemistry.

Kumasi Hive Biolab

DNA Analysis Masterclass (Hybrid Wet & Dry Lab Training), Molecular Biology

2026 - 2026

Completed an intensive 4-day hands-on training in molecular biology and DNA analysis techniques, including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, and gel electrophoresis.