Asfakun Siddika
Kearney Springs,QLD
Summary
With a strong academic background in agriculture and extensive research experience, I have developed a solid foundation in both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in designing and conducting agricultural trials, managing teams, and ensuring adherence to scientific protocols. I am committed to advancing agricultural research with a focus on resilience, excellence, and innovation. I excel in collaborative settings, valuing teamwork to achieve research goals, and I am eager to contribute to groundbreaking work while upholding the core values of Respect, Integrity, and Excellence. As a highly motivated professional, I am also excited to embrace new challenges in the agricultural industry.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Stuff
University of Southern Queensland
Darling Heights , QLD
10.2022 - Current
- Setting up, maintaining, and managing glasshouse experiments by monitoring environmental conditions, ensuring proper plant care, collecting data at various growth stages, and harvesting plants.
- Performing DNA extraction, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), and DNA visualization using gel electrophoresis (GelDoc) for the identification and characterization of fungal and bacterial samples.
Scientific Officer
Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute
Gazipur, Dhaka, Bangladesh
09.2007 - 09.2023
- Research program planning and execution on various pulse and oilseed crops, with an emphasis on rapeseed and mustard.
- Collaborated with other scientists in the design of experiments and collection of data.
- Analyzed data using statistical software programs and generated reports of findings.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines efficiently.
- Prepared presentations summarizing research outcomes for departmental meetings and conferences.
Education
Ph.D. - Agriculture
University of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD03-2023
Master of Science - Genetics And Plant Breeding
Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural Uni
Bangladesh03-2008
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Bangladesh Agricultural University
Bangladesh01-2006
Skills
- Research planning
- Experimental design
- Presentation skills
- Data collection
- Data analysis
- DNA extraction
- Gel electrophoresis
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- MS office
- Written communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Public speaking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Research Stuff
University of Southern Queensland
10.2022 - Current
Scientific Officer
Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute
09.2007 - 09.2023
Ph.D. - Agriculture
University of Southern Queensland
Master of Science - Genetics And Plant Breeding
Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural Uni
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Bangladesh Agricultural University
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