RAFAILIA KAZAMIA
Athienou - Larnaka
Summary
PhD in Medical Genetics with expertise in molecular biology techniques and high-throughput data analysis. Extensive experience in biomarker discovery and proteomics, alongside the application of genomic technologies to advance medical research. Strong background in quality assurance and conducting internal audits, with a focus on compliance with international standards and regulations. Prepared to contribute to innovative research initiatives and enhance biobank capabilities to support medical research and the development of new therapeutic solutions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Associate
Medochemie LTD
Limassol
07.2022 - Current
- Led internal audits to improve compliance with quality management systems
- Managed customer complaints, coordinating investigations for effective resolutions
- Conducted audits to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures
- Utilized root cause analysis to identify and rectify quality-related issues
- Review batch records, SOPs and deviation reports
Covid-19 Diagnostic Scientist
Medibest
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Oversaw sampling center operations, verifying and counting consumables while conducting sample specimen collection.
Office Assistant
Catering Department of Pandora Bakeries
11.2016 - 08.2017
- Managed inbound requests and queries to ensure prompt resolution.
- Oversaw general administration tasks, including filing and managing employee records.
- Coordinated part-time staff scheduling and supported essential daily operations.
Education
Ph.D. - Medical Genetics
The Cyprus Institute of Neurology And Genetics
Cyprus09.2023
MSc - Molecular Genetics and Diagnostics
The University of Nottingham
UK09.2016
BSc - Biology
University of Patras
Greece03.2015
Skills
- Molecular Biology Techniques
- Genomic and Proteomic Analysis
- Bioinformatics Tools
- Scientific research and reporting
- Quality assurance processes
Methodologies Applied
- Nucleic Acid Purification
- DNA quantitation
- MLPA & MS-MLPA
- Immunohistochemistry
- Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
- Mass Spectrometry techniques
- ELISA
- STR and SNP genotyping
- NGS Application
- Sanger sequencing
- SPSS
- GraphPad Prism
Certification
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) - NIDA Clinical Trials Network, 01/01/22, 12-module online training program i.e. informed consent, confidentiality and privacy, participant safety and adverse events etc.
- ECDL Certification, Concepts of IT, word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation, information and communication.
- Data analysis in SPSS: Inferential Statistics, 06/01/21, Online course
- Grade 8 Piano, 06/01/11, Trinity College London
Selected Conferences Courses
- 76-hour course: Trainer of Vocational Training, Athienou, Cyprus, 2020, Terramedia Interactive Ltd
- 6th - 8th International Conference of the Cyprus Society of Human Genetics, 2017 - 2020, Cyprus Society of Human Genetics, Presentation of scientific poster
- 7-week course: Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success, Online, 2020, Imperial College of London, 95.9%
- 5-day course: Basics in human genetics diagnostics- A course for CLG's in Education, Nicosia, Cyprus, 2016, Received fellowship
Hobbies and Interests
- Beekeeping - keep beehives and harvest honey closed to Malloura valley in Athienou
- Volunteering - engaged in local groups (Young Cities) and events organised by CING and Karaiskakio Foundation
Timeline
Quality Assurance Associate
Medochemie LTD
07.2022 - Current
Covid-19 Diagnostic Scientist
Medibest
01.2022 - 04.2022
Office Assistant
Catering Department of Pandora Bakeries
11.2016 - 08.2017
Ph.D. - Medical Genetics
The Cyprus Institute of Neurology And Genetics
MSc - Molecular Genetics and Diagnostics
The University of Nottingham
BSc - Biology
University of Patras
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