James van Sandwyk
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Fort Mill School District
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Science Educator
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Sep 2023 - Present
Fort Mill, South Carolina, United States • Subject curriculum design, ensuring the fulfillment of the School’s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their instruction, progress and examination are met • Planning and presenting of learning activities based on the group and specific individual needs to promote inclusive teaching • Designing and amending learning resources that are varied, appropriate to the award aims, whist being intellectually challenging for learners • Keeping accurate records, including… Show more • Subject curriculum design, ensuring the fulfillment of the School’s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their instruction, progress and examination are met • Planning and presenting of learning activities based on the group and specific individual needs to promote inclusive teaching • Designing and amending learning resources that are varied, appropriate to the award aims, whist being intellectually challenging for learners • Keeping accurate records, including individual/ group achievement and progression • Student support and pastoral care Courses taught: Chemistry Honors, Chemistry CP Show less
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Fairfield Public Schools
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Science Educator
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Feb 2022 - Aug 2023
Fairfield, Connecticut, United States • Subject curriculum design, ensuring the fulfillment of the School’s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their instruction, progress and examination are met • Planning and presenting of learning activities based on the group and specific individual needs to promote inclusive teaching • Designing and amending learning resources that are varied, appropriate to the award aims, whist being intellectually challenging for learners • Keeping accurate records, including… Show more • Subject curriculum design, ensuring the fulfillment of the School’s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their instruction, progress and examination are met • Planning and presenting of learning activities based on the group and specific individual needs to promote inclusive teaching • Designing and amending learning resources that are varied, appropriate to the award aims, whist being intellectually challenging for learners • Keeping accurate records, including individual/ group achievement and progression • Student support and pastoral care Courses taught: Chemistry Honors, Chemistry CP, Chemistry of Medicines (Biochemistry) Show less
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Western Connecticut State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Biology Technical Specialist
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Jul 2021 - Dec 2021
• Maintaining laboratory equipment performance by establishing quality standards; developing operations, quality, and troubleshooting procedures; ensuring staff compliance; certifying instrument performance; arranging equipment replacement, service, and repair. • Maintaining laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies. • Development and implementation… Show more • Maintaining laboratory equipment performance by establishing quality standards; developing operations, quality, and troubleshooting procedures; ensuring staff compliance; certifying instrument performance; arranging equipment replacement, service, and repair. • Maintaining laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies. • Development and implementation of standard operating procedure for chemical and biological agents ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements. Show less
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Manhattanville College
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United States
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Higher Education
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300 - 400 Employee
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Adjunct Professor of Biology
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Jan 2019 - Jul 2021
Purchase, New York, U.S.A. • Preparing and delivering lectures in accordance with College’s regulatory requirements and codes of practice • Developing of subject guidelines • Developing and implementing assessments, ensuring the fulfillment of the College´s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their instruction, progress and examination • Student support and pastoral care Courses taught: Principles of Genetics (BIO 2003); Introduction to Biology (BIO 1000); Endangered Earth (BIO 1016)
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Science Educator
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Sep 2018 - Aug 2020
New Rochelle, New York, U.S.A. • Administration of the Science Department. • Fostering a culture of excellence, co-operation and respect both within and beyond the Department. • Promoting a safe and supportive learning environment with respect to equality and diversity. • Adhering to key legislation, regulatory requirements and codes of practice. • Subject curriculum design, ensuring the fulfillment of the School’s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their instruction, progress and examination are… Show more • Administration of the Science Department. • Fostering a culture of excellence, co-operation and respect both within and beyond the Department. • Promoting a safe and supportive learning environment with respect to equality and diversity. • Adhering to key legislation, regulatory requirements and codes of practice. • Subject curriculum design, ensuring the fulfillment of the School’s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their instruction, progress and examination are met. • Planning and presenting of learning activities based on the group and specific individual needs to promote inclusive teaching. • Designing or amending learning resources that are varied, appropriate to the award aims, whist being intellectually challenging for learners. • Keeping accurate records, including individual/ group achievement and progression. • Student support and pastoral care. Courses taught: Anatomy & Physiology; Biology; Chemistry Honors; Microbiology Honors; Zoology Honors Show less
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Nazarbayev University
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Kazakhstan
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Acting Head Of Science Department (Coordinator) - Biology & Chemistry
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Jan 2017 - Jul 2017
Astana, Kazakhstan • Advanced the academic strategy of the Department in accordance with Center and University strategic plans and direction. • Active member of the Senior Management Team and contributed to the overall leadership and management of the Center. • Ensured that staff performance was managed appropriately and that fair workload allocation processes were in place. • Fostered a culture of excellence, co-operation and respect both within and beyond the Department. Courses taught:… Show more • Advanced the academic strategy of the Department in accordance with Center and University strategic plans and direction. • Active member of the Senior Management Team and contributed to the overall leadership and management of the Center. • Ensured that staff performance was managed appropriately and that fair workload allocation processes were in place. • Fostered a culture of excellence, co-operation and respect both within and beyond the Department. Courses taught: Exploring Science; Introduction to Biology & Chemistry; Science in Perspective
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Senior Lecturer (Senior Tutor)
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Mar 2016 - Dec 2016
Astana, Kazakhstan • Promoted a safe and supportive learning environment with respect to equality and diversity. • Adhered to key legislation, regulatory requirements and codes of practice. • Assisted in ensuring that staff performance was managed appropriately and that fair workload allocation processes were in place. • Course curriculum design and implementation, ensured the fulfillment of the Center´s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their admission, instruction, progress and… Show more • Promoted a safe and supportive learning environment with respect to equality and diversity. • Adhered to key legislation, regulatory requirements and codes of practice. • Assisted in ensuring that staff performance was managed appropriately and that fair workload allocation processes were in place. • Course curriculum design and implementation, ensured the fulfillment of the Center´s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their admission, instruction, progress and examination. • Presented foundation level theory classes and administered practical training periods in accordance with the Center and University quality standards. Courses taught: Exploring Science; Introduction to Biology & Chemistry; Science in Perspective
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Lecturer (Teaching Fellow)
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Aug 2015 - Mar 2016
Astana, Kazakhstan • Promoted a safe and supportive learning environment with respect to equality and diversity. • Adhered to key legislation, regulatory requirements and codes of practice. • Course curriculum design and implementation, ensured the fulfillment of the Center´s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their admission, instruction, progress and examination. • Presented foundation level theory classes and administered practical training periods in accordance with the Center and… Show more • Promoted a safe and supportive learning environment with respect to equality and diversity. • Adhered to key legislation, regulatory requirements and codes of practice. • Course curriculum design and implementation, ensured the fulfillment of the Center´s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their admission, instruction, progress and examination. • Presented foundation level theory classes and administered practical training periods in accordance with the Center and University quality standards. Courses taught: Exploring Science; Introduction to Biology & Chemistry; Science in Perspective
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Nada International School
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Saudi Arabia
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Educator - Biology
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Aug 2014 - Aug 2015
Al Hasa, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia • Promoted a safe and supportive learning environment with respect to equality and diversity. • Adhered to key legislation, regulatory requirements and codes of practice. • Member of the Faculty professional development team, marketed and coordinated the program. • Subject curriculum design, ensured the fulfillment of the School’s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their instruction, progress and examination were met. • Planned and presented learning activities based… Show more • Promoted a safe and supportive learning environment with respect to equality and diversity. • Adhered to key legislation, regulatory requirements and codes of practice. • Member of the Faculty professional development team, marketed and coordinated the program. • Subject curriculum design, ensured the fulfillment of the School’s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their instruction, progress and examination were met. • Planned and presented learning activities based on the group and specific individual needs to promote inclusive teaching. • Designed or amended learning resources that were varied, appropriate to the award aims, whilst being intellectually challenging for learners. • Kept accurate records, including individual/ group achievement and progression. • Student support and pastoral care. Courses taught: Ordinary & Advanced Level Biology/ Chemistry Show less
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SEPARATIONS
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South Africa
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Biotechnology Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Product Manager
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Jan 2013 - Jul 2014
Cape Town Area, South Africa • Met and exceeded sales targets of the Product Portfolio through effective planning and budgeting. • Supported sales team to reach individual targets, ensured the targets are realistic and achievable. • Devised and implemented strategies and techniques necessary for achieving the sales targets, including marketing campaigns and promotions of multiple product lines within the Product Portfolio. • Identified potential customers and generated leads and opportunities for the Organization.… Show more • Met and exceeded sales targets of the Product Portfolio through effective planning and budgeting. • Supported sales team to reach individual targets, ensured the targets are realistic and achievable. • Devised and implemented strategies and techniques necessary for achieving the sales targets, including marketing campaigns and promotions of multiple product lines within the Product Portfolio. • Identified potential customers and generated leads and opportunities for the Organization. • Maintained relationships with existing clients, monitored client behavior and anticipated needs. • Development of technical operating procedures and troubleshooting guides for complex protocols. • Wrote governmental tenders specific to the Product Portfolio.
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Sales Professional
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Aug 2011 - Dec 2012
Johannesburg Area, South Africa • Met and exceeded sales targets of the Product Portfolio through effective planning and budgeting. • Devised and implemented strategies and techniques necessary for achieving the sales targets, including marketing campaigns and promotions of multiple product lines within the Product Portfolio. • Identified potential customers and generated leads and opportunities for the Organization. • Maintained relationships with existing clients, monitored client behavior and anticipated… Show more • Met and exceeded sales targets of the Product Portfolio through effective planning and budgeting. • Devised and implemented strategies and techniques necessary for achieving the sales targets, including marketing campaigns and promotions of multiple product lines within the Product Portfolio. • Identified potential customers and generated leads and opportunities for the Organization. • Maintained relationships with existing clients, monitored client behavior and anticipated needs. • Wrote governmental tenders specific to the Product Portfolio.
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Lecturer
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Jan 2010 - Apr 2011
Pretoria Area, South Africa • Prepared and delivered lectures in accordance with College’s regulatory requirements and codes of practice • Developed subject guidelines. • Developed and implemented assessments, ensured the fulfillment of the College´s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their instruction, progress and examination. • Student support and pastoral care. Courses taught: Ordinary & Advanced Level Biology/ Chemistry
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University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria
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South Africa
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Laboratory Technician
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Jan 2007 - Dec 2009
Pretoria Area, South Africa • Utilized and developed various molecular, diagnostic and histological procedures. • Wrote and implemented standard operating procedures. • Ordered stock, reconciled accounts and was responsible for all duties associated with the running of a molecular laboratory. • Laboratory health and safety officer (First Aid Responder), ensured a safe and healthy environment for both staff and students in full compliance of the University’s health and safety requirements
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Education
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University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Molecular Biology -
University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria
MSc, Molecular Biology -
University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria
BSc Hons, Zoology/Animal Biology -
University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Zoology/Animal Biology