Osei Richmond Osei

Skills

Laboratory & Research Skills

Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP)

Parasitology (Stool, Blood, and Urine Analysis)

Microscopy and Blood Film Preparation

Phlebotomy and Sample Collection

RNA Extraction and Basic Molecular Techniques

Real-Time PCR Principles

Microbial Culture and Sensitivity Testing

Data Collection, Recording, and Reporting

Research Design and Scientific Writing

Poster and Oral Scientific Presentations

Data Analysis & Technical Skills

Microsoft Excel (Data Cleaning, Analysis, Visualization)

Statistical Data Analysis

GraphPad Prism

SPSS

R for Data Science

Python for Data Analysis

Data Management for Research

Basic HTML for Web Design

Health, Public Health & Biosecurity Knowledge

Immunology (Autoimmunity, Allergy, Transplants)

Infection Prevention and Control (Ebola, Marburg, Mpox)

Public Health and Pesticides

Antimicrobial Databases and Genotype Prediction

Emerging and Re-emerging Infectious Diseases

Leadership & Professional Skills

Research Team Leadership

Mentorship and Career Guidance

Project Coordination

Quality Assurance

Business Model Development

Innovation Pitching

Public Speaking and Scientific Communication

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Teamwork and Collaboration

Software & Documentation

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Scientific Documentation and Reporting

About

I am a highly motivated Biological Sciences undergraduate at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) with strong practical experience in laboratory research, parasitology, microbiology, and public health–oriented projects. My academic training is complemented by hands-on internships in clinical and research laboratories, where I have applied Good Clinical Laboratory Practices, assisted in molecular and parasitological analyses, and collaborated on multidisciplinary research projects.

I have conducted independent and collaborative research, including an experimental study evaluating the anti-inflammatory activity of Tamarindus indica, culminating in a defended dissertation and scientific poster presentation. Beyond research, I demonstrate leadership and innovation through co-founding a smart first aid solution (SmartAid) and serving as Quality Assurance Head for an environmental sustainability initiative focused on eco-friendly packaging.

I am passionate about infectious diseases, immunology, parasitology, data analysis, and sustainable health solutions. I thrive in team-oriented environments, enjoy mentoring peers, and consistently seek opportunities to apply scientific knowledge to real-world health and environmental challenges.