Amira Elnamaky
Linz
Summary
Aspiring student pursuing a degree in Biological Chemistry, driven by motivation and detail-oriented qualities. Reliable individual with skills and experience as Laboratory Technician with insights into the medical research field and pharmaceutical industry. Team player trained in Laboratory procedures with focus in cell cultures, inventory management, samples collection and analysis. Familiar with GMP and GLP guidelines and updating of SOPs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Operations Technician
Novartis, Sandoz GmbH
09.2023 - Current
- Monitored equipment to guarantee facility operations remained within stated parameters.
- Assisted operations managers with planning of routine operations and special projects.
- Implemented the newest trends of inventory and electronic data management.
- Ordered, labeled, and counted stock of medications, chemicals, or supplies and enter inventory data into computer.
- Provided technical support during software installation or configuration.
- Identified training and development needs.
- Demonstrated database technical functionality, such as performance, security and reliability.
- Planned, developed, and provided training and staff development programs.
Biomedical Research Assistant
Medical Research Centre
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Executed a wide range of cell culture techniques with a demonstrated track record of success, including the isolation and maintenance of primary cells, establishment and maintenance of various cell lines, and the development of 3D cell culture model.
- Optimized and implemented chemical transfection protocols for diverse cell lines, enhancing gene delivery efficiency.
- Provide statistical and computational tools for biologically based activities such as genetic analysis, measurement of gene expression, and gene function determination.
- Performed the isolation of human Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells (PBMSCs) for aneurysm studies.
- Proficiency in plasmid DNA extraction.
- Maintained a sterile laboratory environment, adhering to best practices in restocking, cleaning, aliquot preparation, and sterilization.
Medical Sales Representative ( American Market )
Medical Insurance
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Delivered prepared sales talks, reading from scripts that describe products or services, in order to persuade potential customers to purchase a product or service or to make a donation.
- Obtained patient information such as medical history, and advise accordingly.
- Adjusted sales scripts to better target the needs and interests of specific individuals.
- Accomplished and exceeded the company's sales quota monthly.
- Trained new personnel.
Laboratory Intern
Jagiellonian University
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Concentrated on gaining hands-on experience in the Biochemical and Molecular Biology laboratory during the internship.
- Executed cell culture techniques, specializing in the cultivation and passage of mouse colon cancer cells and Myeloma cells.
- Conducted experiments to assess the cytotoxic effects of anti-cancer drugs, specifically curcumin and fluorouracil.
- Employed various assays, including MTT, ATP, LDH, and BCA, to measure cytotoxicity, cell viability, and protein concentration, contributing to a thorough understanding of the experimental outcomes.
- Acquired proficiency in immunoassay techniques, such as ELISA, expanding the skill set to include advanced methodologies in cancer research.
- Learned and applied the principles of monoclonal antibody purification through affinity chromatography, showcasing expertise in refining crucial components for cancer research.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Johannes Kepler University
Linz, Austria2025
Erasmus - Biotechnology
Jagiellonian University
Krakow, Poland06.2018
Non-Graduate - Biotechnology
Faculty of Agriculture, Cairo University
EgyptSkills
- Cell culture
- Microscopy
- Molecular Biology
- Samples Control
- Pipetting
- Cryopreservation
- Quality assessing
- Technical troubleshooting
- Microsoft Office
- GLP&GMP
- Laboratory Safety Procedures
- Documentation
- Lab Operations
- Inventory Management
- SOPs
- Customer Service
- Medical Terminology
- Cold Calling
- Negotiation
Languages
Arabic
First Language
English
Advanced
C1
German
Intermediate
B1
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse
Timeline
Laboratory Operations Technician
Novartis, Sandoz GmbH
09.2023 - Current
Biomedical Research Assistant
Medical Research Centre
05.2022 - 05.2023
Medical Sales Representative ( American Market )
Medical Insurance
04.2021 - 12.2021
Laboratory Intern
Jagiellonian University
05.2018 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Johannes Kepler University
Erasmus - Biotechnology
Jagiellonian University
Non-Graduate - Biotechnology
Faculty of Agriculture, Cairo University