Ayodeji Oyenihi
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English Full professional proficiency
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Credentials
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Verified International Academic Qualifications
World Education ServicesNov, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Fundamentals of Openlab CDS software for HPLC and GCMS
ChemetrixAug, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Biological Science (Natural Scientist)
South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP)Jul, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Introductory Course in Laboratory Animal Science - The Ethics, Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purpose
University of Cape TownNov, 2016- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Genesis Biotechnology Group
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United States
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Biotechnology Research
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100 - 200 Employee
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Research Scientist
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Sep 2022 - Present
@Medical Diagnostic Laboratories (MDL) and Institute for Biomarker Research (IBR) Key responsibilities 1. Develops novel assays and SOPs for a variety of clinical biomarkers for the prompt medical diagnosis of infectious diseases using R&D molecular techniques e.g., Real time/quantitative PCR, DNA/RNA isolation, bacterial transformation, NGS, ELISA etc. 2. Works closely with the R&D team members to deliver the day-to-day development, troubleshooting, maintenance, and validation of routine medical diagnostic tests. 3. Collaborates with other Biotechnology researchers, scientists, marketing, and regulatory affairs staff to deliver new medical diagnostic tests to the market. 4. Writes, edits, and proofreads guidance documents on the guidelines for the treatment of diseases based on medical diagnostic test results to assist doctors or clinicians in prompt diagnosis and disease management. 5. Writes, edits, and proofreads medical and scientific documents on chronic and infectious diseases to enhance the accurate choice of relevant diagnostic tests by doctors and clinicians. 6. Routinely liaise with doctors and clinicians to deliver medical diagnostic information and materials that would assist in the interpretation of diagnostic test results to ensure patients care and wellness. Show less
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Cape Peninsula University of Technology
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South Africa
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Researcher / Innovation fellow
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Jan 2019 - Oct 2022
Key responsibilities 1. Developed novel candidates to serve as novel natural therapeutic/functional food against chronic diseases using in vitro and in vivo models. Three (3) prototype products were formulated. 2. Managed the laboratory ensuring the smooth running of all equipment and scientific analyses. 3. Conducted biochemistry and molecular methods (HPLC, GC- FID, GCMS, spectrophotometry, etc.) on biological and drug samples in compliance with international standards. Routinely offered more than 10 clinical chemistry assays to researchers, hospitals, and pharmaceutical industries. 4. Developed new assays and SOPs for a variety of R&D biomarkers for routine use. Five (5) new bioassays were developed. 5. Planned, designed, implemented laboratory experiments and wrote reports for researchers, hospitals, and pharmaceutical industries. 6. Analyzed and interpreted experimental data and wrote manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed, international journals. Twelve (12) articles were published. 7. Wrote interdisciplinary research grants and collaborated with other Biotechnology researchers, scientists, and regulatory affairs staff. Five (5) grant applications were submitted. 8. Provided leadership and guidance on Biomedical experiments to university students, laboratory, and technical staff 9. Supervised postgraduate students and examined postgraduate dissertations/theses 10. Familiarized with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and/or quality control (QC) and Quality Management Systems (QMS) Show less
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Stellenbosch University
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South Africa
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Scientist / Postdoctoral Researcher
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Jan 2017 - Dec 2018
Key responsibilities 1. Investigated the potential efficacy of selected drugs/natural products in the management of diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and cancer. 2. Analysed, purified, and characterized chemical or biochemical compounds 3. Conducted fundamental and applied research into properties of chemical compounds and the mechanisms of chemical reactions 4. Investigated chemical aspects of the mechanisms of drug action, the diagnosis and treatment of chronic diseases (e.g. rheumatoid arthritis and cancer), organ function and the assessment of health 5. Developed and conducted biochemical analyses (assays) to ensure quality control of raw materials, chemical intermediates or final products. 6. Conducted research in order to potentially develop new chemical formulations 7. Developed the course contents for the new Science in context module and taught the module to undergraduate students. 8. Participated in interdisciplinary research and development projects working with physiologists, biologists, microbiologists, or other relevant professionals 9. Helped in the day to day research activities of MSc and PhD students within the research group. 10. Conducted pre-clinical trials using small laboratory animals (rats) 11. Participated in the writing of research proposals for the grant application and supported in the management of existing grants and collaborations Show less
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Education
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2013 - 2017
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Biochemistry -
2010 - 2011
University of Ibadan
Master's degree, Biochemistry (Molecular Drug Metabolism and Toxicology) -
2003 - 2007
University of Ilorin
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biochemistry
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