Molecular Biologist

• Aug 2022 - Present

Researcher Phd Candidate

• Feb 2018 - Dec 2021

Research project (Ph.D. Animal Genetics). The objectives of the research project included the identification of tick species of domestic animals in Lesotho. To identify ticks to species level using both morphology and molecular analysis. To conduct molecular detection on the ticks and identify zoonotic tick-borne pathogens (ZTBPs)of economic and medical importance harbored by tick species collected from domestic animals. To detect piroplasms parasites of medical and veterinary importance in ticks of domestic animals using molecular and phylogenetic analysis. Show less

Laboratory Assistant

• Feb 2018 - Nov 2020

•Assisting with the general duties of the laboratory, which included cleaning the laboratory regularly• Prepared aliquoted samples and other materials needed for the practical sessions• Tested equipment used for molecular analysis during practical sessions• Demonstrated modules during practicals BIOL101, GENE 240, RDNA 202 and GENE 330• Trained students on how to correct use and identify specimens under compound and stereo microscope• Trained students on how to conduct DNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, PCR and sequence analysis• Responsible for invigilating tests, marking of practical scripts and allocation of marks• Provided technical support on equipment used during practicals• Provided scientific feedback on practical reports to students• Applied quality assurance processes and standard operating procedures to ensure that practicals were conducted correctly Show less

Teaching Assistant

• Feb 2018 - Jun 2018

• Lectured students GENE 240• Ensuring that the competence and/or knowledge demonstrated meets the requirements of the learning objectives• Invigilated during tests for each module demonstrated and graded student scripts• Provided technical support on equipment used during practicals• Provided scientific feedback on practical reports to students• Applied quality assurance processes and standard operating procedures to ensure that practicals were conducted correctly• Monitor and manage students to ensure objectives of the practical were achieved in terms of turnaround times• Confirming that marks are allocated fairly to students Show less

Researcher Masters Student

• Apr 2016 - Dec 2017

Research project (MSc, Zoology). The objectives of the research project entailed the identification of tick species of domestic animals in Lesotho. To identify ticks to species level using both morphology and molecular analysis. To conduct molecular detection on the ticks and identify zoonotic tick-borne pathogens (ZTBPs) of economic and medical importance harbored by tick species collected from domestic animals.

Laboratory Demonstrator (UNISA)

• Jun 2016 - Oct 2017

Prepared samples and other materials needed for the practical sessions• Tested equipment used for molecular analysis during practical sessions• Demonstrated modules during practicals BLG1603 and ZOL 111• Trained students on how to correct use and identify specimens under compound and stereo microscope• Responsible for invigilating tests, marking practical scripts and allocation of marks• Provided technical support on equipment used during practicals• Provided scientific feedback on practical reports to students• Applied quality assurance processes and standard operating procedures to ensure that practicals were conducted correctly• Monitor and manage students to ensure objectives of the practical were achieved in terms of turnaround times Show less

Research Intern (DST-NRF)

• Apr 2015 - Mar 2016

• Assisting with the general duties of the laboratory, which included cleaning the laboratory regularly • Assisted with Museum outreach projects Ornithology Department: Reorganize specimen collection which included Conchology collection and cataloging and auditing of specimen’s database and accessioning the specimens. Monthly waterbird census (a collaboration of DNSM and the Bird Live Portal Nation) • Entomology Department: cataloging and auditing of specimens and databasing (MS Access and MS Excel) • Mammalogy Department: integrate donated specimens, working in wet room collection. Field assistant for the small mammal survey of protected areas within eThekwini Municipality, museological specimen preparation and curation of specimens, dissecting of small mammals and preserving tissue samples Show less

Research Scholar

• Jan 2014 - Dec 2014

Research project (BSc Honours). The objectives of the research project entailed the identification of the intermediate host (Lymnaea spp.) that harbors parasites of the genus Fasciola in the KwaZulu-Natal region. To conduct molecular and phylogenetic analysis for the snails.

Laboratory Demonstrator

• Mar 2014 - Oct 2014

Demonstrated modules during practicals BIOL101 and BIOL 102• Responsible for invigilating tests, marking practical scripts and allocation of marks• Provided technical support on equipment used during practicals• Trained students on how to correct use and identify specimens under compound and stereo microscope• Provided scientific feedback on practical reports to students• Applied quality assurance processes and standard operating procedures to ensure that practicals were conducted correctly• Monitor and manage students to ensure objectives of the practical were achieved in terms of turnaround times Show less

Undergraduate Student

• Jan 2009 - Dec 2013

Enrolled for a BSc (Chemistry/Physic and Biology) degree and graduated with two majors namely, Zoology and Chemistry.

Tutor| Laboratory demonstrator

• 2012 - 2013

Assisting with the general duties of the laboratory, which included cleaning the laboratory regularly• Responsible for Zoology practicals set-up• Demonstrated modules during practicals BLG 114 and BLG 144• Responsible for invigilating tests, marking practical scripts and allocation of marks• Provided technical support on equipment used during practicals• Provided scientific feedback on practical reports to students• Applied quality assurance processes and standard operating procedures to ensure that practicals were conducted correctly• Monitor and manage students to ensure objectives of the practical were achieved in terms of turnaround times Show less