Experience

SouthernSunPathology

• Australia
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• • Aug 2021 - Present

  As a lab supervisor, my duties included:- Coordinating daily workflow of tasks and activities in the lab, overseeing both routine and special procedures to ensure efficient operations.- Supervising all activities within the laboratory, including coordinating and performing various tasks required for completion of all procedures, to ensure high quality results and meeting target turn around times.- Providing training to staff members in laboratory procedures, including histological techniques, instrument operation (such as SRA, DE, Embedding, Microtomy, cut up, IPXs) and safety protocols.- Implementing a comprehensive training program for new lab staff members, resulting in more efficient and effective training.- Demonstrating effective communication skills to ensure that all staff members were properly trained in laboratory procedures and protocols, resulting in fewer errors and higher quality output by 20%. Show less

• • Dec 2020 - Present

  - Receiving, processing, and preparing patient tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by the Pathologist. This include logging, batching, and cutting, mounting (embedding), sectioning (microtomy) and staining procedures.



Medlab Pathology AUSTRALIA

• Australia
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Scientific Officer

  • Sep 2016 - Nov 2020

  - Spearheaded the in-house validation of the disaccharidase assay method. - Validated routine tests and promptly communicated critical results for FBC, E/LFTS, IPTH, RF, Amylase/Lipase, CRP, Female Hormones, Iron Studies, Glucose, BhCG, Troponin, Hepatitis A/B/C, HIV, PSA, CK, Lipid profiles, HbA1C, Thyroid function tests, B12, folate, Vit D, ESR, INR, Coagulation, D-Dimer, Malaria screening, and IM screening. - Operated the core lab analyzers for Biochemistry (Abbott Architect c1600i and i15000, Biorad Variant Turbo, Alinity i-STAT), Hematology (Sysmex XE-2100, CS2100i, Alinity HQ/HS, Starrsed ST/ RS ESR analyzer), specimen sorting (pre-analytical) system (Cobas P612), and Special chemistry for disaccharidase assay (Indiko Plus). - Conducted Quality Control (QC) for all assays and monitored QC results using either Unity Real Time or analyzer in-built L-J graphs. Identified, reviewed, and addressed QC issues in compliance with ISO 15189 documentation requirements. - Performed and reviewed various external quality assurance programs, such as RCPA-QAP (Biochemistry, Immunology, Microbiology, and Serology), EQASRM (Semen analysis), One World Accuracy (serology). - Conducted daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on all analyzers, updated maintenance logbooks, and performed inventory stocktake. - Completed semen analysis, including for motility and concentration, as well as urea breath tests, and reported results. - Identified and resolved result discrepancies, identification mismatches, and issues with missing samples. - Set up and conducted urgent urine analysis, including dipstick and microscopy. Provided supervision and training to new and junior laboratory and scientific staff. - Prepared blood film spreading and manually stained when required. - Performed routine Biochemistry and Heamatology benchwork. - Conducted phlebotomy collection duties as required. Show less



Mövenpick Ice Cream of Switzerland (Southbank)

• Brisbane Area, Australia

• Store Manager (2014 – 2015), Assistant Manager (2010 – 2014)

  • Dec 2010 - May 2016

  As the Store Manager, I oversee all business operations and manage the daily activities of a bustling store. My role involves recruiting, scheduling, training, and supervising a team of 10 employees, ensuring that we maintain adequate stock levels through timely supply orders, and controlling our budget and inventory. In addition, I am responsible for managing our accounts, which includes payroll and profit and loss records, as well as handling all cash and banking transactions. Throughout my tenure, I have been promoted to progressively responsible positions due to my exceptional performance, consistently exceeding weekly sales targets by 20-30% and increasing annual turnover by 20-30% while reducing labor and food costs. I take pride in my ability to effectively manage a team, control expenses, and drive sales growth while ensuring a positive customer experience. My focus on excellence and attention to detail have contributed significantly to the success of the business. Show less



Queensland Eye Institute (QEI)

• Australia
• Medical Practices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Research Scientist

  • Dec 2012 - Mar 2013

  I was involved in the Ophthalmic Research Institute of Australia (ORIA) project, which focused on experimental work to produce macroporous alginate fibres incorporating retinal neurons. Applying the technology developed during my Ph.D. studies, I successfully produced alginate fibre guides encapsulating dorsal root ganglion neurons. My responsibilities included physicochemical characterisation of the fibres, which involved environmental scanning, electron microscopy (ESEM), and analysis of fibre porosity and cell distribution using confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM). I also cultured the neuron-loaded fibres in a culture medium and characterised cell growth rates and development, including dendrite formation. CLSM analysis of the neuron-loaded fibres was carried out following cell staining to correlate cell development and location with the macropore structure. Show less



The University of Queensland

• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Laboratory Instructor, School of Pharmacy

  • 2008 - 2012

  As a Laboratory Instructor, my primary responsibility was to facilitate laboratory classes for groups of 15-20 students in their 2nd, 3rd, and 4th years of study. This involved instructing students on the underlying concepts of each experiment, demonstrating how to operate laboratory instruments and equipment, and ensuring that safe laboratory practices were adhered to at all times. Additionally, I was responsible for assessing reports on the completed laboratory work submitted by Pharmacy and Microbiology students, providing constructive feedback and grading their work to ensure they met the standards required for their coursework. Show less



UniQuest

• Research Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Research Scientist

  • 2007 - 2008

  Pathfinder Project: I was responsible for achieving the project goals and establishing a preliminary experimental profile for the Patent and Research Grant application. The profile involved microencapsulation of small molecule drug compounds such as hydrophilic (gentamicin sulphate antibacterial), hydrophobic (Ibuprofen NSAID), proteins (lysozyme), and insulin. My responsibilities included the following: - Characterisation of particle size and morphology using Malvern particle sizer, optical microscopy, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) - Investigation of the influence of formulation conditions on drug/steroid/enzyme/insulin loading - Analysis of drug/steroid/enzyme/insulin loading - Analysis of drug/steroid/enzyme/insulin release in vitro. Show less