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Suveena Karen Samuel

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Summary: Suveena Karen Samuel is a dedicated and experienced Microbiologist with expertise in infectious diseases surveillance, laboratory testing, and outbreak investigations. With a strong educational background in Medical Microbiology, she has participated in various conferences and training programs, showcasing her commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

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WORK EXPERIENCE

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DISTRICT MICROBIOLOGIST

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DISTRICT SURVEILLANCE OFFICE, DISTRICT PUBLIC HEALTH LABORATORY

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• Conducted microbiological investigations of infectious diseases.
• Coordinated outbreak investigations and conducted microbial testing.
• Proficient in ELISA-Serology testing, Bacterial Culture, and RTPCR testing.
• Ensured compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and External Quality Assurance.

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EDUCATION AND TRAINING

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MASTER OF SCIENCE

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JSS University

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• Field of Study: Medical Microbiology.
• Final Grade: [hidden]
• Thesis on ‘Environmental Surveillance of Operation Theatres and Intensive Care [hidden]#8217;

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

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Mount Carmel College

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• Field of Study: Chemistry, Botany, and Microbiology.
• Final Grade: [hidden]

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CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS

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• Poster presentation on ‘Study of Antibiogram of Salmonella and Shigella isolates’ at the World Congress on Infectious Diseases and Antibiotics.
• Delegate at the National Seminar on Dengue organized by JSS Hospital.

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PROJECTS

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• Environmental Surveillance of Operation Theatres and Intensive Care Units.
• Comparison of microflora on mobile phones and skin for Staphylococcus aureus isolation.
• Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing at Orchid Research Laboratories Limited.

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PERSONAL STRENGTHS
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• Time Management and Organization.
• Positive Attitude towards Challenges.
• Continuous Learning and Adaptability.

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KEYWORDS: Microbiologist, Infectious Diseases, Laboratory Testing, Outbreak Investigations, ELISA, RTPCR, Surveillance, Medical Microbiology, Conferences, Projects.

Cover Letter:

I am writing to express my strong interest in this position. With my extensive background in the healthcare industry and my passion for delivering innovative healthcare solutions, I am confident that I would be a valuable asset to your team.
I have been working in the health industry for over 4 years, and I have developed a deep understanding of the complexities and challenges that come with them. My experience has been across various areas- including serology-ELISA, culture and in the different outbreak investigations of diseases. Also having an experience in RTPCR lab for Covid samples. I have successfully led teams in the microbiological investigations of infectious diseases, from sample collection to confirmation of the diseases. I am confident that my expertise in health sector will be of great help to this organization.