Andrej Despotovski
Summary
Logical and hardworking medical laboratory scientist with experience testing samples used to diagnose diseases and conditions. Well-versed in complex laboratory biological sample tests. Highly accurate when recording data and guiding quality control while following laboratory policies. A detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospital Scientist (Scientific Officer)
NSW Health Pathology
06.2023 - Current
- Preparing and processing patient specimens for analysis and establishing proper chronological priorities in testing.
- Utilizing molecular biology testing techniques to detect and diagnose diseases.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Training and mentoring of newer laboratory staff.
- Regular laboratory maintenance of equipment
Research Assistant
Asbestos Diseases Research Institute
01.2015 - 11.2018
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
- Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
- Maintained and calibrated various types of lab equipment.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
Aftersales Service
Sydney's Baby Kingdom
01.2019 - Current
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to increase satisfaction.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Maintained accurate records of service calls and customer interactions for training and accountability purposes.
- Responded to problems reported by customers by troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues.
- Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
- Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.
Student Promotional Officer of UTS
University Of Technology Sydney
05.2012 - 11.2015
- Designed and organised interactive workshops.
- Assisting in student outreach programs across Sydney.
- Participated in summer school programming.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science (Honours)
University of Technology, Sydney
Sydney04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Biology in Biomedical Science
University of Technology, Sydney
Sydney04.2015
Skills
- Effective communication
- Organisation skills
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Nucleic acid extraction
- Cell culturing
- Specimen preparation and stabilisation
- Polymerase chain reaction
- Data analysis
Referees
Steve Chrysostomou
Sydney’s Baby Kingdom – Manager
steve@babykingdom.com.au
0411 703 403
Kadir Sarun
Forensic and Analytical Science Service NSW – Senior Scientist
kadir.sarun@health.nsw.gov.au
0401 076 185
Eva Apostolov
Garvan Institute of Medical Research – PhD candidate
eva.apostolov@gmail.com
0434 835 883
Timeline
Hospital Scientist (Scientific Officer)
NSW Health Pathology
06.2023 - Current
Aftersales Service
Sydney's Baby Kingdom
01.2019 - Current
Research Assistant
Asbestos Diseases Research Institute
01.2015 - 11.2018
Student Promotional Officer of UTS
University Of Technology Sydney
05.2012 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science (Honours)
University of Technology, Sydney
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Biology in Biomedical Science
University of Technology, Sydney
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