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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
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Gideon Kofi Sarfo

Hamilton,ON

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with hands-on experience as a Teaching & Research Assistant at KNUST, skilled in chromatography and analytical techniques. Proven ability to ensure compliance with lab protocols while effectively documenting results. Strong background in quality control and a commitment to maintaining high safety standards in laboratory environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teaching & Research Assistant

Department of Chemistry, KNUST
Kumasi
08.2019 - 07.2020
  • Prepared chemical solutions and calibrated lab equipment for accurate experimental results.
  • Recorded, interpreted, and presented experimental results in technical formats.
  • Operated and demonstrated use of key instrumentation, including AAS, TLC, HPLC, GC-MS, UV-Vis spectrophotometer, FTIR, pH meters, and titration-based experiments during lab sessions.
  • Conducted chemical analyses and instrumentation-based experiments (HPLC, UV-Vis, AAS, FTIR).
  • Conducted performance checks and basic maintenance of analytical instruments and ensured compliance with lab SOPs.

Chemistry Intern

Phyto-Riker Pharmaceuticals
Accra
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Assisted with testing of stability samples and technology transfer validations under analyst supervision.
  • Performed QC tests on raw materials and packaging components.
  • Performed wet chemistry techniques and helped prepare reagents and sample documentation.
  • Gained familiarity with compendial requirements (USP/BP) and lab safety protocols.

Education

Diploma - Biotechnology

Mohawk College
Hamilton, ON
04.2025

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Kumasi, Ghana
06.2019

Skills

  • Chemistry lab techniques: titration, gravimetric analysis, UV-Vis spectrometry, HPLC, centrifugation
  • Biotechnology skills: DNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, microbial plating, PCR
  • GMP and GLP training
  • Aseptic techniques and solution preparation
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • WHMIS 2015 and lab safety protocols
  • Analytical results documentation and interpretation
  • Chromatographic separations and regulatory standards
  • Quality control

Certification

  • ISO 9001:2015 - Quality Management System (QMS)
  • ISO/EC 17025:2017 - Laboratory Management Systems
  • WHMIS 2015 – Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
  • Laboratory Safety Training – Mohawk College

References

Available upon request

Projects

Biotechnology Lab Practical - Mohawk College, Conducted microbial culturing, gram staining, and bacterial morphology identification under sterile conditions., Performed serial dilutions, solution preparations, and microbial enumeration using spread/pour plating techniques., Maintained aseptic conditions and recorded analytical and microbiological test results in detailed lab reports., Chemistry Project - Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Collected and prepared environmental samples for heavy metal analysis., Operated Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS) with guidance., Conducted sample digestion using wet chemistry methods before instrumental analysis., Developed calibration curves, processed raw data, and reported findings in alignment with environmental safety standards., Documented SOPs and maintained lab notebooks for traceability and reproducibility.

References

References available upon request.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • Cashier - Canadian National Security Solutions, Toronto, ON
  • Process payments, issue receipts, and maintain accurate cash handling in a busy municipal lot
  • Provide courteous service and resolve customer inquiries to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Managing Director - G&H Timber Limited, Obuasi, Ghana.
  • Oversaw daily operations, staff supervision, and logistics for timber processing and supply chain management.
  • Implemented inventory and cost control measures that increased efficiency and reduced waste.

Timeline

Teaching & Research Assistant

Department of Chemistry, KNUST
08.2019 - 07.2020

Chemistry Intern

Phyto-Riker Pharmaceuticals
06.2018 - 08.2018

Diploma - Biotechnology

Mohawk College

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Gideon Kofi Sarfo