Highlights:• Highly experienced and results-driven candidate with extensive experience in molecular biology research, offering broad and deep expertise gained in a series of research projects in Egypt and the United States. Actively seeking a role within a world-class organization seeking creative problem solvers that thrive in deadline-driven environments. • Offers over two decades of experience, including seven years of experience with the Sustainable Sciences Institute (SSI), Collaborative Research Center (NLISSICRC). Skilled in BSL-2 environments. • Academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from the Genetic engineering and Biotechnology Institute, Sadat City University, Egypt. Knowledgeable about the federal regulations of The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).

Skills:• Molecular Biology, • Cellular Biology, • Western Blot, • Stem Cell Separation, • Immunogenetics, • Genotyping, • Reverse Transcription PCR, • DNA/RNA/Protein Extraction, • Quantitative Real Time PCR, • Cellular Culture, • Gibson Cloning, • Blood Processing, • Sanger Sequencing Data Analysis, Biobanking

Goal:I offer experience in molecular biology research, with expertise gained in a series of research projects in Egypt and the United States. Representing a broad and deep skill set, I have a record that spans two decades, including seven years of experience with the Sustainable Sciences Institute (SSI), Collaborative Research Center (NLISSICRC). My credentials include a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from the Genetic engineering and Biotechnology Institute, Sadat City University, Egypt. I hold a J-1 Visa. I provide the ability to serve as an effective team member, and seek to contribute to the success of a thriving company.

Certification:1- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in molecular biology (molecular immunology as a minor) 2- Master degree of science (M.Sc.) in Cell Biology and Histochemistry 3- Bachelor degree of science (B.Sc.) in Zoology

Visiting Scholar with the Ophthalmology Department, Wexner Medical Center 05/2018 - current
The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio United States
Industry: Biomedical Research
In this role, I conduct research in the Ophthalmology department of a multidisciplinary academic medical center. I served on research teams dedicated to gaining insight into ocular diseases at the molecular level. As part of my responsibilities, I apply skills in molecular cloning and Western Blot techniques.
• Fulfills a key research role in the Ophthalmology department of this multidisciplinary academic medical center. • Serves as an integral member of teams engaged in research on ocular diseases at the molecular level. • Applies expertise in molecular cloning and Western Blot techniques to continually progress towards research study goals.--
Research Scholar Visitor with the Liver Immunology Lab 02/2014 - 09/2014
California Pacific Medical Center Research Insitute (CPMCRI), San Francisco, California United States
Industry: Biomedical Research
Here, I gained experience with molecular and cellular research techniques that included KIR/HLA SSP-PCR genotyping, Blood processing, bio-banking, and cell culture. I coordinated a pilot study on exploratory KIR genotypes diversity on Egyptian and American Caucasian HCV- related HCC patients. Achievements in this role included leading a poster presentation at the International Conference of Hepatology on the Nile 2 in 2014 in Cairo, Egypt.
• Developed expertise in a broad array of molecular and cellular research techniques at this institution that conducts basic science and clinical studies into a range of topics. • Techniques used in this role included KIR/HLA SSP-PCR genotyping, Blood processing, bio-banking, and cell culture. • Under the guidance of Professor Stewart Cooper, led a pilot study on exploratory KIR genotypes diversity on Egyptian and American Caucasian HCV- related HCC patients. • Presented a poster presentation at the International Conference of Hepatology on the Nile 2 in 2014 in Cairo, Egypt.--
Research Associate in Molecular Biology 07/2011 - 04/2018
National Liver Institute-Sustainable Sciences Institute Collaborative Research Center, Shebin El-Kom, Menoufia Egypt
Industry: Biomedical Research
n this role, I helped to launch a bio-bank and collaborative research center, contributing to standard operating procedures and best practices for research initiatives. I performed studies that included molecular genetics studies of liver diseases, including various DNA, RNA, protein and cell biology experiments.
• Served as a Research Associate in the Egypt location of this global organization dedicated to the development of sustainable local biomedical research and public health systems. • Contributed to the launch of a bio-bank and collaborative research center, including the developing of standard operating procedures and best practices to govern research initiatives. • Research studies in this role included molecular genetics studies of liver diseases, including various DNA, RNA, protein and cell biology experiments.--
Laboratory Chemist 07/2007 - 12/2011
Chemistry Administration, Alexandria, Alexandria Egypt
Industry: Chmeical Analysis
I used analytical instrumentation and equipment for industrial and censorship purposes, reviewing samples. I tested these samples to ensure compliance with Egyptian government standards for drinking water and wastewater. I also facilitated the achievement of an ISO 17025 certification for the lab.
• Led the analysis of samples, using an array of analytical instrumentation and equipment for industrial and censorship purposes. • Led testing to ensure compliance with Egyptian government standards governing drinking water and wastewater. • Contributed to the achievement of an ISO 17025 certification.--

Faculty of Science, South Valley University 09/1992 - 05/1996
Aswan City, Aswan, Egypt
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major:Zoology
Minor:Zoology
Bachelor of Science Degree in Zoology South Valley University Faculty of Science

Waleed Abdelmaguid Research Scientist_Cell and Molecular Biology