Zakiyatul Khoiriyah
Molecular Biologist
Summary
Detail-oriented Research Assistant with hands-on experience performing clerical and laboratory work to advance research goals. Drives team success with expertise in data review, reporting and specimen handling. Specializes in Molecular Biology and Virology fields.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Rega Institute for Medical Research
Leuven
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Conducted comprehensive literature review on the efficacy of Atovaquone as an anti-ZIKV agent in Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, resulting in identification of potential research gaps and future directions
- Developed and executed experimental protocols to determine the concentration-dependent effects of Atovaquone on ZIKV replication in vitro, resulting in a 70% reduction in viral load at a concentration of 10 μM
- Collaborated with team members to develop effective communication strategies for disseminating research findings via peer-reviewed publications and scientific conferences, leading to acceptance of abstracts at two top- tier conferences., Repurposing Atovaquone as a Potential Anti-ZIKV Strategy in Aedes aegypti Mosquitoes
Research Assistant
Indonesia Medical Education and Research Institute
Jakarta
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Conducted extensive research in human and animal cell culture to develop a novel method for producing pharmaceutical proteins, resulting in a 30% increase in protein yield compared to traditional methods
- Collaborated with senior researchers to design and execute experiments aimed at optimizing protein production processes in cell culture systems, resulting in a 15% decrease in production time
- Managed and provided guidance to three bachelor students throughout the course of their thesis projects on cloning, DNA/RNA work, and protein work, resulting in all students receiving high marks for their research.
Research Assistant
AMU-Biomolecular and Biomedical Research Center Bandung
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Cultured and maintained mammalian cell cultures, optimizing growth rates and viability to ensure accurate cell- based assay
- Led cellular assay experiments, generating statistically significant data for over 30 samples with an average coefficient of variation of less than 10%.
Education
Master of Science - Biology
Wageningen University And Research
Wageningen 02.2021 - 01.2023
International Scholar - Biomedical Science
Katholieke Universiteit Leuven
Leuven 10.2022 - 01.2023
Exchange Student - Biotechnology
Flensburg University of Applied Sciences
Flensburg 09.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Jember
Jember 09.2011 - 05.2016
Skills
BSL I, BSL II and BSL II workCell culture (human, animal and mosquito cells)
Virology works (stock production, infection, transfection, antiviral assay, growth curve, rescue assay, plaque assay and titration)
Molecular works (DNA and RNA isolation, electrophoresis, PCR and RT-PCR, cloning, primer design)Protein works (SDS-PAGE, Western Blot and ELISA)Microsoft office (word, excel, powerpoint)GraphPadBioEditMegaXAdobe PhotoshopBenchling or SnapGeneAccomplishments
- Educate 3 undergraduate students on clinical good practices and laboratory techniques.
- Achieved recognition as an exceptional student through receiving the prestigious LPDP scholarship award in 2018, which enabled me to pursue my master degree in the Netherlands.
- Demonstrated academic excellence during my exchange program at Flensburg University of applied sciences in 2016, sponsored by DAAD, and participating actively in extracurricular activities
- Earned certification as a Very Good Student by DAAD for obtaining outstanding grades and demonstrating exceptional leadership skills during my undergraduate studies in 2013.
Timeline
International Scholar - Biomedical Science
Katholieke Universiteit Leuven
10.2022 - 01.2023
Rega Institute for Medical Research
10.2022 - 01.2023
Master of Science - Biology
Wageningen University And Research
02.2021 - 01.2023
Research Assistant
Indonesia Medical Education and Research Institute
05.2019 - 01.2021
Research Assistant
AMU-Biomolecular and Biomedical Research Center Bandung
09.2018 - 02.2019
Exchange Student - Biotechnology
Flensburg University of Applied Sciences
09.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Jember
09.2011 - 05.2016