Zoha Tavakoli Doctorate Of Biotechnology
Barcelona
Summary
Recent graduate with excellent research, technical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Researcher adept at microbiology, detection, identification and antimicrobial susceptibility. Talented writer consistently maintains high standards of professionalism. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Quality Control
Food Factoria Grupo GRM
Barcelona
2018.01 - Current
- Conducting quality assessment measures for products and incoming raw materials
- Analyzing plans, specifications, and blueprints to meet quality standards
- Resolving quality-related issues, providing training, and recommending process improvements
- Monitoring production phases for quality control.
Researcher of Biotechnology
University of Barcelona
Barcelona
2016.01 - 2021.01
- Planned and executed trials, tracked environmental microorganism development
- Conducted microbe cultures, collected samples, recorded and analyzed data
- Published research papers, reports, and stayed updated with scientific developments
- Ensured accurate data recording and maintained high health and safety standards.
Researcher in Infection Microbiology
Parc Tauli Hospital
Sabadell
2015.01 - 2016.01
- Studied Bartonella, Riketsia bacteria, and HIV patients using PCR, sequencing, and bacterial culture.
- Published research papers, reports, and stayed updated with scientific developments
Microbiology Lab Assistant
Dr. Javan Food and Drug Laboratory
Amol
2014.01 - 2015.01
- Controlled quality of food products.
- Observed microscopic slides of cultures for identification purposes.
- Prepared media, reagents, and solutions for the laboratory.
- Maintained accurate records of lab experiments and results.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed at all times in the lab environment.
- Collected samples from various sources according to protocol requirements.
Microbiology Laboratory Assistance
Gela Dairy Factories
Amol
2012.01 - 2013.01
- Assisted in identifying microbial infections and testing microbe strength.
- Conducted laboratory tests on samples to analyze the presence of bacteria and other microorganisms.
- Prepared media and reagents for various microbiological experiments.
Microbiology/Hematology Laboratory Assistance
Dr. Shafaie Clinical Pathology Laboratory
Amol
2009.01 - 2012.01
- Identified fungal, parasitic, viral, and bacterial infections
- Used biochemical and molecular methods for infection determination.
- Conducted laboratory tests on samples to analyze the presence of bacteria and other microorganisms.
- Prepared media and reagents for various microbiological experiments.
- Recorded test data accurately in laboratory notebooks or computer databases.
- Performed basic molecular biology techniques such as PCR amplification.
Education
Doctorate of Microbiology in Biotechnology Program -
University of Barcelona
Master of Science (MSc) in Microbiology -
Tonekabon Azad University
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Microbiology -
Azad University of Karaj
Skills
- In-depth experience with microorganisms, microbe cultures, and microscopy.
- Expertise in various microbiological methods, including PCR and gel electrophoresis.
- Molecular biology skills: DNA and RNA extraction, purification, cloning, and sequencing.
- ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) experience.
- Understanding of quality control
- Microscopic Analysis
- Media preparation
- Gel Electrophoresis
- Sterilization techniques
- Data Recording
- Equipment Calibration
- Western blotting
- Blood and Urine Analysis
- Laboratory Assistants Supervision
- Specimen Collection
- Excellent Communication
- Diagnostic Tests
- Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
- Team Collaboration
Accomplishments
● 2024: "Plesiomonas shigelloides polar flagellum is rotated by two Redundant Sodium Driven Stator Motor Proteins" (submitted).
● 2022: "Ionic Liquid-based Sensor," Material Chemistry Horizons.
● 2019: Handbook of Foodborne Disease, Plesiomonas.
● 2019: Genotypic of related mutation to drug resistance in isoniazid and rifampicin by screening of KatG, inhA, rpoB genes in Mycobacterium tuberculosis by high resolution melting method.
● 2018: Genotyping the Strains of Mycobacterium tuberculosis Resistant to Isoniazid by Screening HRM of the Genes of kat G and inhA.
Affiliations
- Jan 2022: 3rd Frag Net Workshop in UB University, Spain, Barcelona.
- Jun 2021: Actualization in Diagnostic and Epidemiological Infection Disease XII, Hospital Sant Pau, Sabadell, Spain.
- Feb 2019: Communication Skills Course for Doctoral Students, University of Barcelona, Spain.
- Feb 2015: PCR Workshop in Pastor Institution, Amol, Iran.
Languages
Persian
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
B1
References
- Dr. Ali Nazemi, Associate Professor, Faculty of Biology, Department of Genetic, University of Tonekabon, Tonekabon, Iran, a_nazemi@toniau.ac.ir
- Dr. Susana Merino, Associate Professor, Faculty of Biology, Department of Microbiology, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain, smerino@ub.edu
- Mohsen Jalali, Manager, Food Factoria Grupo GRM, Barcelona, Spain, mohsenbcn2006@gmail.com
Timeline
Food Quality Control
Food Factoria Grupo GRM
2018.01 - Current
Researcher of Biotechnology
University of Barcelona
2016.01 - 2021.01
Researcher in Infection Microbiology
Parc Tauli Hospital
2015.01 - 2016.01
Microbiology Lab Assistant
Dr. Javan Food and Drug Laboratory
2014.01 - 2015.01
Microbiology Laboratory Assistance
Gela Dairy Factories
2012.01 - 2013.01
Microbiology/Hematology Laboratory Assistance
Dr. Shafaie Clinical Pathology Laboratory
2009.01 - 2012.01
Doctorate of Microbiology in Biotechnology Program -
University of Barcelona
Master of Science (MSc) in Microbiology -
Tonekabon Azad University
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Microbiology -
Azad University of Karaj
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