Profile
Jacinta Nzilani
Candidate CV questions (extra)
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Education:
For high school :St Francis Misyani Girls School, UNI: Chuka University.
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Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry Certified in GCP and Clinical Research Trained in molecular diagnostics, sample processing, and regulatory compliance
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Work History:
I did my attachment at the Kenya Institute of Primate Research then for my internship moved to the Kenya Medical Research Institute where i work till date as a laboratory scientist.
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Current Job:
Clinical Research Scientist – focused on participant management, bio specimen processing, and study coordination
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My Interview
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How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Curious, dedicated, compassionate
What was your favourite subject at school?
Biology – I loved learning about how the human body works and the invisible world of microbes.
What did you want to be after you left school?
so at first i wanted to be a lawyer then missed the KUCCPS dates.By the time i was making the applications no law slots were available and a girl found herself in biochemistry ,a name she heard from a TV program.
Were you ever in trouble at school?
Not individually.I always in class trouble .
If you weren't a scientist, what would you be?
A designer I guess.
Who is your favourite singer or band?
I have a few; Nyashinki, Bien, Serro, Mutoriah.
What's your favourite food?
Chicken curry with Ugali.
What is the most fun thing you've done?
Quad biking
If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!
To contribute to a major discovery in infectious disease or cancer research. To pursue a Master's and PhD in molecular medicine or bioinformatics. To mentor and inspire young African scientists, especially girls.
Tell us a joke.
Why did the biochemist break up with the physicist? Because they lacked chemistry!
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My Comments