MUHAMMAD AHMAD

Medical Laboratory Scientist & Public Health Advocate
Kumbotso, NG.

About

Highly accomplished Medical Laboratory Scientist and passionate public health advocate with extensive experience in diagnostic medicine, data-driven interventions and community health systems strengthening.
Proven leader in national health projects across Nigeria, directly impacting over 1,000 beneficiaries through evidence-based public health solutions. Currently pursuing a Master's in Medical Laboratory Science, committed to advancing health system leadership, data utilization and innovation to enhance primary healthcare delivery and public health outcomes.

Work

Sancare Biomedical Ltd
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Regional Manager

Multiple States, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Leading regional operations for medical and diagnostic devices across multiple states, managing teams, coordinating partnerships and leveraging data to enhance service delivery and market impact.

Highlights

Directing regional operations for medical and diagnostic devices across multiple states, driving significant market penetration and enhancing operational efficiency by an unspecified percentage.

Leading a multidisciplinary team in sales, technical support, and training, enhancing capabilities for healthcare professionals and improving service delivery.

Forging strategic partnerships with numerous hospitals, laboratories, and government health programs, significantly improving diagnostic service delivery across the region.

Managing equipment installation, calibration and user training, ensuring 100% compliance with international standards and optimizing device utilization.

Utilizing data analytics to monitor device performance and client satisfaction, informing strategic decisions that contributed to regional market growth.

Cozy Diagnostics
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Medical laboratory scientist

Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Conducted high-throughput molecular diagnostics, optimized workflows and trained staff to enhance molecular diagnostics quality.

Highlights

Performed high-throughput molecular diagnostics for critical diseases (HIV, HBV, HCV, COVID-19), processing a significant volume of samples.

Optimized laboratory workflow efficiency, leading to faster turnaround times and improved technical staff performance on advanced PCR operations.

Collaborated with senior laboratory mentors to implement best practices, significantly enhancing molecular diagnostics quality and reliability.

Sir Muhammadu Sunusi Specialist Hospital (NYSC)
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Medical Laboratory Scientist

Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Conducted advanced diagnostic testing and supported molecular testing, ensuring biosafety and seamless patient management within a multidisciplinary team.

Highlights

Performed advanced diagnostic testing in hematology, microbiology and chemistry, ensuring accurate and timely results for a high volume of patient samples.

Supported TB molecular testing utilizing GeneXpert MTB/RIF technology, improving diagnostic turnaround time for critical cases by an unspecified margin.

Championed biosafety, infection control and data integrity protocols, enhancing laboratory safety and reliability across all operations.

Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams, streamlining diagnostic processes and improving seamless patient management.

Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital
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Medical Laboratory Scientist

Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Conducted diagnostic analyses, supported molecular diagnosis and blood banking, and ensured quality control and biosafety compliance in a teaching hospital setting.

Highlights

Executed comprehensive diagnostic analyses in hematology, clinical chemistry and microbiology, directly contributing to accurate patient diagnoses.

Provided critical support for TB molecular diagnosis via the GeneXpert MTB/RIF platform, significantly enhancing diagnostic capabilities for complex cases.

Assisted in essential blood banking procedures, including grouping, crossmatching and TTI screening, and supported ART laboratory services for HIV monitoring.

Maintained strict adherence to biosafety, quality control and SOPs, ensuring accurate record-keeping and collaborative diagnostic operations.

Skills

Public Health Project Coordination

Project Management, Program Design, Implementation, Stakeholder Engagement, Community Outreach, Logistics Coordination.

Data Collection & Analysis

ODK, KoboToolbox, Quantitative Data, Qualitative Data, GPS Validation, Data Integrity, Reporting, Data Analytics, Monitoring Device Performance.

Health Systems Strengthening

Advocacy, Policy Engagement, Community-Based Healthcare, Primary Healthcare Delivery, Diagnostic Service Delivery, After-Sales Support, Professional Education.

Leadership & Team Building

Team Management, Mentorship, Collaboration, Multidisciplinary Teams, Volunteer Coordination, Knowledge Sharing.

Health Research & Policy Engagement

Epidemiological Data, Health Policy, Research Documentation, Ethical Research Standards, Evidence-Based Approaches, Usability Studies, FGDs.

Community Mobilization & Advocacy

Sensitization Campaigns, Stakeholder Engagement, Public Health Education, Behavior Change Communication, Community Participation, Cultural Sensitivity.

Diagnostic Medicine

Hematology, Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry, Molecular Diagnostics, PCR Operations, GeneXpert MTB/RIF, Rapid Diagnostic Testing (RDTs), Blood Banking, HIV Monitoring (ART Lab Services), TTI Screening.

Laboratory Operations

Biosafety, Infection Control, Quality Control, SOP Compliance, Equipment Installation & Calibration, Workflow Optimization, Sample Collection & Transport, Cold-Chain Integrity.

Patient Care & Counseling

Patient Management, Pre-test Counseling, Post-test Counseling, Referral Systems.

Volunteer

Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists' of Nigeria (AMLSN), Kano State Branch
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State Publicity Secretary

Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Serving as State Publicity Secretary for the Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists' of Nigeria, Kano State Branch, managing public relations and communications.

Highlights

Managing public communications and outreach strategies to enhance the association's visibility and engagement with stakeholders.

Coordinating media relations and disseminated key information to promote the professional image and activities of medical laboratory scientists.

Developing and distributing informational materials, ensuring accurate and timely communication of association initiatives and updates.

White Heart Development Initiative (WHDI)
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Senior Program Officer

Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Designed and implemented menstrual hygiene and school empowerment programs, coordinating with community leaders and mentoring volunteers to impact over 1000 schoolgirls.

Highlights

Designed and implemented impactful menstrual hygiene and school empowerment programs, directly benefiting over 1000 schoolgirls.

Coordinated effectively with community leaders, schools, and local government authorities to ensure program success and community buy-in.

Mentored volunteers and fostered teamwork among program facilitators, enhancing program delivery and community engagement.

Save the Children International (OOSC Mapping)
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Data Enumerator

Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Collected and validated household and community-level data using digital tools, engaging with community leaders while ensuring data quality and ethical guidelines.

Highlights

Collected comprehensive household and community-level data, utilizing digital tools and GPS validation to identify out-of-school children.

Engaged diverse stakeholders with cultural sensitivity, gathering accurate information and fostering community participation.

Guaranteed high data quality through rigorous documentation, confidentiality, and strict adherence to child safeguarding and ethical guidelines.

Collaborated with field teams, providing daily progress reports and managing logistics for efficient data collection.

Women Advocates for Vaccine Access (HPV Online Awareness Campaign)
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Youth Advocate

Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Promoted HPV vaccination awareness and cervical cancer prevention through social media, collaborating with public health advocates to engage hundreds of youths.

Highlights

Championed HPV vaccination awareness and cervical cancer prevention among youth through impactful social media campaigns and virtual discussions.

Collaborated with public health advocates to disseminate verified information, effectively countering misinformation and boosting community engagement in preventive health.

Engaged hundreds of youths across various digital platforms, successfully fostering informed health choices and health literacy.

Save the Children International (LMA Assessment)
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Data Enumerator

Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Collected quantitative and qualitative data from over 200 households using KoboCollect, supported data validation, and worked as part of a multi-sectoral team for health systems strengthening.

Highlights

Collected comprehensive quantitative and qualitative data from over 200 households using KoboCollect, supporting large-scale assessments.

Provided crucial support for data validation and analysis, contributing to evidence-based health systems strengthening programs.

Collaborated effectively within a multi-sectoral team, gaining insights from experienced public health mentors.

SARMAAN II Project
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Sample Collector

Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Collected and transported biological samples from underserved communities, ensuring ethical engagement, cold-chain integrity, and supporting community mobilization for public health research.

Highlights

Collected and transported biological samples from participants in underserved communities while ensuring ethical engagement, informed consent, and strict IPC standards.

Supported community mobilization by clearly explaining study procedures, guiding participants, and ensuring smooth field operations.

Maintained rigorous sample documentation, labeling, and cold-chain integrity, ensuring high-quality data for public health research.

Collaborated with field teams and community leaders, provided daily reports, and managed logistics for mobile collection stations and supplies.

Co-Creation Hub (Africa)
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Field Support (SRH Research Project)

Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Supported human-centered research on women's reproductive health, facilitating FGDs, interviews, and usability studies while ensuring ethical engagement and data integrity.

Highlights

Provided critical field support for human-centered research on women's reproductive health, focusing on vaginal insertable products.

Facilitated focus group discussions, interviews, and usability studies across multiple states, ensuring ethical and culturally sensitive engagement.

Assisted with data documentation, media capture, and logistics, upholding strict confidentiality and ethical research standards.

YMLSF Kano Medical Outreach
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Volunteer Lead

Garun Malam LGA, Kano State, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Led diagnostic screening for over 300 community members, ensuring quality assurance, result interpretation, and coordinating multidisciplinary teamwork.

Highlights

Directed diagnostic screening for over 300 community members, significantly expanding access to health services in the community.

Implemented robust quality assurance, result interpretation, and referral systems, ensuring comprehensive follow-up care for all screened individuals.

Mentored junior volunteers and coordinated multidisciplinary teams, enhancing operational efficiency and overall impact during outreach programs.

Jamie Pajoul International
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Deputy Protocol Officer

Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Served as Deputy Protocol Officer for Jamie Pajoul International, ensuring smooth logistical and ceremonial arrangements.

Highlights

Assisted in coordinating high-level events and meetings, ensuring adherence to strict protocol standards and smooth operations.

Managed logistical arrangements for delegates and VIPs, contributing to positive stakeholder experiences.

Facilitated effective communication and coordination between various parties to ensure successful event execution.

Young Medical Laboratory Scientists' Forum (YMLSF), Kano State Branch
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Chairman

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Chaired the Young Medical Laboratory Scientists' Forum, Kano State Branch, overseeing strategic direction and member engagement.

Highlights

Led strategic planning and initiatives for the forum, guiding its mission to support young medical laboratory scientists.

Oversaw the coordination of various programs and events, enhancing professional development and networking opportunities for members.

Represented the forum in official capacities, advocating for the interests of young medical laboratory scientists at regional levels.

Prevention and Activating Communities against Tobacco (PACT)
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Champion

Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Led sensitization campaigns on tobacco prevention and policy enforcement, collaborating with schools and youth groups to promote health advocacy.

Highlights

Spearheaded impactful sensitization campaigns on tobacco prevention and policy enforcement, raising public awareness across numerous communities.

Fostered collaborations with schools and youth groups, cultivating community leadership in health advocacy initiatives.

Engaged diverse stakeholders to promote healthier lifestyles and advocate for stronger public health policies.

Nigerian Medical Laboratory Science Students' Association - BUK Chapter
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General Secretary

Kano, Nigeria

Summary

Served as General Secretary for the Nigerian Medical Laboratory Science Students' Association, BUK Chapter, managing administrative and communication functions.

Highlights

Managed official correspondence and documentation, ensuring efficient information flow within the association.

Organized and minuted meetings, facilitating effective decision-making and project coordination.

Supported the executive board in strategic planning and implementation of student-focused initiatives.

Zeema Initiative
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Volunteer

Kano, Nigeria

Summary

Conducted rapid diagnostic testing, collected blood samples, provided counseling and referred positive cases for medical follow-up while promoting safe laboratory practices.

Highlights

Performed rapid diagnostic testing (RDTs) for Hepatitis B, C, Syphilis, and Malaria, facilitating early detection for numerous individuals.

Collected blood samples aseptically, ensuring strict quality control and biosafety, and delivered essential pre- and post-test counseling.

Successfully referred positive cases for timely medical follow-up and actively promoted safe, ethical laboratory practices.

Nigerian Medical Laboratory Science Students' Association - BUK Chapter
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Assistant General Secretary

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Served as Assistant General Secretary for the Nigerian Medical Laboratory Science Students' Association, BUK Chapter, providing administrative support and assisting in organizational tasks.

Highlights

Assisted the General Secretary in managing administrative duties and maintaining accurate records.

Supported the coordination of student events and academic programs, contributing to successful outcomes.

Facilitated communication among members and executive officers, enhancing organizational cohesion.

Nigerian Medical Laboratory Science Students' Association - BUK Chapter
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Social Director

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Served as Social Director for the Nigerian Medical Laboratory Science Students' Association, BUK Chapter, organizing social events and fostering community engagement.

Highlights

Planned and executed social events and recreational activities, enhancing student engagement and camaraderie.

Managed event logistics, including venue selection, budgeting, and promotion, ensuring successful outcomes.

Fostered a vibrant community within the association, contributing to a positive student experience.

Education

Bayero University Kano
Kano, Nigeria

Bachelor (BMLS)

Medical Laboratory Science

Intersystem IT
Kano, Nigeria

Certificate

Information Technology

Interests

Research Interests

Health Systems Strengthening, Biomedical Innovation, Epidemiological Data, Health Policy, Bioinformatics.

MUHAMMAD AHMAD