Umar Abubakar

Biochemistry Graduate | Quality Assurance & Production Aspirant
Yola, NG.

About

Highly motivated Biochemistry graduate with a strong foundation in analytical and problem-solving skills, complemented by hands-on laboratory experience. Eager to leverage expertise in quality control, analytical techniques, and operational efficiency to secure a Graduate Trainee or Quality/Production role within a dynamic FMCG environment, contributing directly to product safety and process optimization.

Work

Government Day Secondary School
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Chemistry Teacher (National Youth Service Corps)

Billiri, Gombe State, Nigeria

Summary

Led comprehensive chemistry instruction for senior and junior secondary students, fostering an engaging learning environment and enhancing educational outcomes.

Highlights

Developed and delivered comprehensive chemistry lessons to senior and junior secondary school students, improving understanding of complex scientific concepts.

Researched and curated innovative teaching materials, enhancing the quality of education provided and increasing student engagement in coursework.

Designed and administered assessments and examinations, providing personalized support to learners and maintaining effective communication with fellow educators and educational institutions.

Bako primary health care clinic
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Laboratory Technician (Students' Industrial Work Experience Scheme)

Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria

Summary

Supported clinical laboratory operations by ensuring sample validity and maintaining efficient workflow for diagnostic testing.

Highlights

Managed phlebotomy procedures and rigorously validated all collected samples, ensuring accuracy and integrity of specimens prior to laboratory analysis.

Maintained efficient laboratory operations by updating and revising standardized operating procedures, and proactively reordered raw materials and supplies to ensure uninterrupted experiments and workflow.

Education

Modibbo Adama University
Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria

Bachelor's of Technology

Biochemistry

Courses

Industrial Biochemistry

Enzymology

Analytical microbiology and Quality control

Food and Nutritional Biochemistry and Analytical Techniques

Languages

English
Hausa

Skills

Software and Tools

Microsoft Word, Google Workspace, Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivottable).

Soft Skills

Cross-functional collaboration, Problem-solving, Client communication.

Laboratory Techniques

Phlebotomy, Sample Validation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Quality Control, Analytical Techniques.

References

Available upon request.

References available upon request.

Projects

Effect of Ketogenic Diet on Biochemical and Hematological Parameters

Summary

Undergraduate research investigating the impact of a ketogenic diet on specific biochemical and hematological parameters in obese rats.

Nitric Oxide in Plant Development

Summary

Undergraduate seminar exploring the multifaceted role of nitric oxide in various stages of plant development.