Ketevan Janashvili
Tbilisi
Summary
Reliable Laboratory Technician with demonstrated skills and experience. Smart and committed to delivering exceptional results, driven by a strong work ethic.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Specialist
The State Laboratory Of Agriculture
04.2024 - Current
- Conducting genomic sequencing and fragment analysis of bacterial and viral agents.
- Performing microsatellite analysis on various plant and animal species.
- Processing data and conducting phylogenetic analysis.
- Monitoring laboratory equipment.
- Participating in creating and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for laboratory operations.
Biology Teacher
St. George’s Georgian-British School (BGS)
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Developed and delivered engaging biology lessons using the Edexcel International GCSE (9-1) curriculum.
Intern
Richard Lugar Center For Public Health Research
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Gained practical experience in next-generation sequencing data analysis at the Laboratory of Virology, Molecular Biology, and Genome Research.
Scientific Researcher
Vladimer Bakhutashvili Institute of Biotechnology
11.2023 - Current
- Contributing to laboratory work for ongoing research.
- Engaging in scientific writing.
Research Assistant
Kyoto University
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Supported Immunology research by preparing single-cell RNA-sequencing (scRNA-seq) libraries and bulk RNA-sequencing (RNA-seq) libraries, performing molecular cloning, cell culturing, data analysis, and maintaining laboratory equipment.
- Mentored students in experimental techniques.
Laboratory Supervisor
Vladimer Bakhutashvili Institute Of Biotechnology
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Established and optimized protocols for a new molecular laboratory.
- Trained staff in molecular biology techniques and biosafety.
Laboratory Assistant
Cancer Research Center (Mardaleishvili Medical Center)
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Conducted cancer and coronavirus diagnostics, performing DNA/RNA extractions and qPCR analysis.
Molecular Laboratory Specialist
LEPL Scientific Research Center of Agriculture (SRCA)
05.2019 - 04.2021
- Led genetic research on cultivated and wild grapevines, combining fieldwork with molecular analyses using DNA extraction, PCR, and microsatellite marker analysis.
Genetic Research Assistant
Fauna & Flora International
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Contributed to a critical sturgeon conservation project, conducting fieldwork, performing laboratory analyses including DNA extraction, PCR, and Sanger sequencing, and data analysis.
Laboratory Intern
George Eliava Institute Of Bacteriophages, Microbiology And Virology
11.2016 - 12.2017
- Assisted in bacteriophage research, gaining proficiency in microbiological laboratory techniques.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Genetics
Ilia State University
Tbilisi, Georgia07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tbilisi State University
Tbilisi, Georgia06.2017
Skills
- Safety Compliance
- Microbiology Techniques
- DNA Extraction
- Cell Culture
- PCR Techniques
- RNA Extraction
- Protein Purification
- Electrophoresis
Training
Successfully completed the Train the Trainers Program (TTT) follow-up program on Laboratory Biological Risk Assessment and Trainer Skills, consisting of 3 days on-site training.
June 14, 2024
National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM), Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport.
Funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Languages
Georgian
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Chief Specialist
The State Laboratory Of Agriculture
04.2024 - Current
Biology Teacher
St. George’s Georgian-British School (BGS)
02.2024 - 06.2024
Intern
Richard Lugar Center For Public Health Research
11.2023 - 02.2024
Scientific Researcher
Vladimer Bakhutashvili Institute of Biotechnology
11.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
Kyoto University
09.2022 - 09.2023
Laboratory Supervisor
Vladimer Bakhutashvili Institute Of Biotechnology
08.2021 - 02.2022
Laboratory Assistant
Cancer Research Center (Mardaleishvili Medical Center)
07.2020 - 02.2022
Molecular Laboratory Specialist
LEPL Scientific Research Center of Agriculture (SRCA)
05.2019 - 04.2021
Genetic Research Assistant
Fauna & Flora International
01.2018 - 12.2018
Laboratory Intern
George Eliava Institute Of Bacteriophages, Microbiology And Virology
11.2016 - 12.2017
Master of Science - Applied Genetics
Ilia State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tbilisi State University
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