Januki Kariyawasam
Battaramulla North,11
Summary
I am a dedicated professional with a strong foundation in biotechnology and postgraduate expertise in medical genetics and genomics. My academic journey has equipped me with solid experience in genetic analysis, molecular biology, and lab techniques. As a house officer at Market Place Direct Limited, I supported the asylum-seeking community, enhancing my communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. I am passionate about applying my knowledge to contribute to medical research and community support, while continually seeking professional development to stay current with the latest advancements in my field.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
House Officer
MARKETPLACE DIRECT LTD
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Trained in managing customer interactions professionally across various settings, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration: Worked closely with social workers, interpreters, mental health professionals, and legal advisers to ensure holistic care for individuals with complex health and social needs.
- Culturally Sensitive Care: Adapted care approaches to meet the cultural, linguistic, and religious needs of diverse populations, fostering trust and improving patient outcomes.
- Crisis Management: Responded to medical emergencies in hotel settings, ensuring timely interventions and coordination with local hospitals and emergency services.
- Confidentiality and Safeguarding: Ensured compliance with UK safeguarding policies, maintaining strict confidentiality and advocating for the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals.
- Record-Keeping and Reporting: Maintained detailed and generated reports for interdisciplinary teams and external stakeholders, ensuring continuity of care.
- Trained in Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office and other apps.
Intern
Institute for Research and Development
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Gained extensive training and hands on experience on wet laboratory techniques.
- Supported research project under Human Genetics research arm titled "Colombo Twin and Singleton Study (CoTaSS)" conducted by IRD Genetics on collaboration with Kings College, London.
- Increased my knowledge and skills by attending academic seminars.
Education
Master of Science - Medical Genetics and Genomics
Oxford Brookes University
09-2024
Bachelor of Science - BBG (Biotechnology, Biochemistry,Genetics)
Bangalore City University
11-2021
A-Levels - Science
Lyceum International Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
07-2018
Skills
- Southern blotting
- Nanodrop Spectrophotometer
- Protein/DNA/RNA extraction, purification and isolation from animal and plant tissue culture
- DNA gel electrophoresis
- Cell and Tissue Culture Techniques (anther, single node, shoot tip, callus culture)
- Cell count using hemocytometer
- Worked with HPLC (High Performance Liquid Chromatography)
- Competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Reception management
- Telephone etiquette
- Instrumentation Operation
- Scientific Writing
- Chromatography Methods
- Data Interpretation
- Organization skills
- Customer/Client relations
Languages
Sinhalese, British English
Native language
Italian
Beginner
A1
Timeline
House Officer
MARKETPLACE DIRECT LTD
07.2023 - 09.2024
Intern
Institute for Research and Development
03.2022 - 07.2022
Master of Science - Medical Genetics and Genomics
Oxford Brookes University
Bachelor of Science - BBG (Biotechnology, Biochemistry,Genetics)
Bangalore City University
A-Levels - Science
Lyceum International Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
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