Ryan Nahkuri
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Driven graduate with a proven track record in lab work at Austin Pathology, adept in bioinformatics tools like Python and R.
Passionate about lifelong learning and clear, understandable documentation to facilitate discussion in the scientific community. Expert in data mining and maintaining rigorous laboratory documentation, contributing significantly to team success and operational efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Assistant
Austin Pathology
11.2022 - Current
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Handled hazardous materials responsibly following proper waste disposal procedures to minimize environmental impact.
- Tracked collected specimens by entering data regarding patient details; and time, date and location of collection.
- Helped the billing process run smoothly by understanding medicare rules and correctly labelling each sample by how it should be billed.
- Contacted physicians, nursing stations, or reference laboratories for resolution assistance with unusual test orders.
COVID Pathology Collector
4Cyte Pathology
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Facilitated seamless transition between different stages of testing by properly labeling, storing, and transporting collected specimens according to established guidelines.
- Educated patients on proper specimen collection techniques, ensuring optimal sample integrity and accurate test results.
- Enhanced patient comfort by efficiently managing the specimen collection process.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills while interacting with diverse patient populations, fostering trust and rapport during sensitive medical procedures.
Logistics Volunteer
Australian Red Cross
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Helped to organise and prepare donations made to the Australian Red Cross to be deployed for crisis relief efforts
- Helped to organise training packets for those doing training in First Aid and Psychological First Aid through the Red Cross
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, contributing to an efficient and safe working environment.
Education
Master of Data Science - Bioinformatics
La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC10.2024
Bachelor of Psychological Science - Neuroscience
La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC06.2022
Skills
- Bioinformatics tools: NCBI Databases, Expasy suite
- Python Programming
- R Programming
- Data Mining, wrangling and cleaning
- High-throughput data techniques
- Biological knowledge
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Laboratory techniques
- Laboratory Record Keeping
- SQL Databases
Timeline
Laboratory Assistant
Austin Pathology
11.2022 - Current
COVID Pathology Collector
4Cyte Pathology
09.2021 - 10.2022
Logistics Volunteer
Australian Red Cross
01.2019 - 06.2019
Master of Data Science - Bioinformatics
La Trobe University
Bachelor of Psychological Science - Neuroscience
La Trobe University
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