Sharmeen Usman

Microbiology Academic Assistant at Trent University
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(386) 825-5501
Location
CA

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Credentials

  • Tri-Council Policy Statement 2: CORE 2022
    Panel On Research Ethics
    Nov, 2022
    - Oct, 2024
  • Diploma of French Language Studies B1 Level
    French Ministry of Education
    May, 2019
    - Oct, 2024
  • Control and Defensive Tactics Training
    Canada Border Services Agency | Agence des services frontaliers du Canada
    Jul, 2022
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

  • Trent University
    • Canada
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Microbiology Academic Assistant
      • Jan 2023 - Present

      -Instruct students on various microbiology lab techniques such as sterile/aseptic technique, Gram stains, serial dilutions, enumeration, etc. -Regularly prepare and utilize light microscopes, analytical balances, incubators, autoclaves, etc. to conduct undergraduate lab sessions. -Demonstrate problem-solving and analytical techniques, facilitate small group discussions and problem-solving, and assist students in laboratory settings. -Instruct students on various microbiology lab techniques such as sterile/aseptic technique, Gram stains, serial dilutions, enumeration, etc. -Regularly prepare and utilize light microscopes, analytical balances, incubators, autoclaves, etc. to conduct undergraduate lab sessions. -Demonstrate problem-solving and analytical techniques, facilitate small group discussions and problem-solving, and assist students in laboratory settings.

  • Canada Border Services Agency | Agence des services frontaliers du Canada
    • Canada
    • Government Administration
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Student Border Services Officer
      • Jun 2022 - Sep 2022

      -Prevented narcotics, weapons, firearms, and other prohibited goods from entering Canada through Toronto Pearson International Airport. -Protected Canadians, the environment and industry by preventing terrorism, crime, and illegal immigration. -Interviewed 100+ travellers daily to determine their admissibility into Canada by applying the Customs Act and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. -Demonstrated attention to detail when interviewing travellers to identify fraudulent immigration documents.

  • Trent University
    • Canada
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Residence Life Don
      • Aug 2020 - Apr 2021

      -Collaborated with my Residence team to reduce housing guest policy violations by 8%. -Fostered relationships with my students by engaging in meaningful conversations and facilitating community events twice a month, as required by the Residence Learning Model. -Promoted student wellness within residences by sharing information on strategies for academic success and personal wellness. -Mediated conflicts that arose between roommates and responded to student concerns, violations, emergencies, and crises. -Completed appropriate documentation through StarRez, including incident reports, person of concern reports, Residence Learning Model Phase Workbooks, and meaningful conversation forms

  • Ford Motor Company
    • United States
    • Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Temperature Screening Station Scanner
      • May 2020 - Aug 2020

      -Operated a non-contact temperature scanner and asked COVID-19 screening questions to ensure the safety of employees and visitors upon entry to the facilities. -Screened 400+ employees within two hours daily to ensure compliance with the organization's COVID-19 policy. -Collaborated with the Health and Safety Representative and the Medical Office if an employee failed the COVID-19 screening by providing next steps to the individual and completing the necessary paperwork. -Operated a non-contact temperature scanner and asked COVID-19 screening questions to ensure the safety of employees and visitors upon entry to the facilities. -Screened 400+ employees within two hours daily to ensure compliance with the organization's COVID-19 policy. -Collaborated with the Health and Safety Representative and the Medical Office if an employee failed the COVID-19 screening by providing next steps to the individual and completing the necessary paperwork.

  • Cabana @ Howard Pet Hospital
    • Canada
    • Research Services
    • Veterinary Assistant
      • Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

      -Used Avimark software to book appointments, create client invoices, update patient medical records, and document communication with clients. -Performed various laboratory tests such as fecal float tests, urine dipstick tests, hematocrits, etc. -Assisted in surgeries by preparing the surgery suite, monitoring anesthesia and vital signs, updating the controlled substances logs, and sterilizing surgical equipment in the autoclave after use. -Performed maintenance of the hospital by ordering and restocking medical supplies, thoroughly disinfecting surfaces and equipment, and general upkeep.

Education

  • Trent University
    Bachelor's degree, Forensic Biology
    2019 - 2023

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