Joel Mukwaya
Experimental Pharmacologist
Kampala
Summary
A dynamic Experimental Pharmacologist from the Research Center for Tropical Diseases (RTC) Makerere., good at microbial culture, sensitivity studies, and team leadership. Known for quick learning and excellent communication, I blend technical proficiency with strong collaborative skills to drive advancements in tropical disease research and therefore excel more in research and development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Experimental Pharmacologist
Research Center for Tropical Diseases (RTC) Mak.
04.2016 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Master of Science - Pharmacognosy
Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda 01.2025 - Current
Skills
Proficient in culturing, isolation and identification of microbes
Skilled in performing sensitivity microbial studies
Proficient in preparation of culture media for culture and sensitivity
Well versed with good laboratory practice
Teamwork and collaboration
Good at team and time management
Data entry and analysis
Supervision and leadership
Excellent communication
Accomplishments
Successfully determined microbial contaminant in both ghee and milk for a project funded by World Bank .
Conducted microbial sensitivity for determining MICs and MBCs for plant extracts and venom from snakes against selected microbes.
Extracted castor oil used in the preparation of antimicrobial soap.
Have participated in isolation of microbes (fungus and bacteria) from soil and fecal matter.
Certification
International Socienty of Ethnobiology Congress
Timeline
Master of Science - Pharmacognosy
Makerere University
01.2025 - Current
Experimental Pharmacologist
Research Center for Tropical Diseases (RTC) Mak.
04.2016 - Current
International Socienty of Ethnobiology Congress
Good Clinical Practice
Microbial Resistance participation
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