Phibian Joseph
Research Assistant
Georgetown
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing research and operational efficiencies at the Guyana Rice Development Board, adept in data collection and fostering teamwork. Spearheaded project management initiatives and streamlined processes, significantly contributing to the advancement of agricultural practices and community outreach. Expertise in Microsoft Office and collaboration, driving successful outcomes and innovations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Guyana Rice Development Board
02.2021 - Current
- Developed research protocols and procedures to produce accurate results.
- Conducted pilot studies as part of preliminary investigations to determine feasibility and effectiveness of proposed methodologies.
- Designed survey instruments tailored to specific research objectives for precise feedback gathering.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
- Interpreted laboratory results to provide technical advice to scientists.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
Regional Superintendent
Guyana Rice Development Board
02.2017 - 02.2021
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Worked with specialized teams to accomplish all objectives and achieve goals.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and stakeholders.
- Developed comprehensive budgets and schedules to ensure timely project completion within allocated resources.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.
- Coordinated training activities for farmers aimed at improving their productivity and over all operations. These include: Farmers field school, agriculture month activities, end of season review for farmers and farmers field day.
- Conducted inspections of rice mills within Region 6, monitored the export of rice and by products with the Region and monitored purchasing of paddy into mills ensuring procedures are followed.
Education
Certificate - Project Management Professional
Project Management Institute
Pennsylvania, USA 05.2001 -
Certificate - Certified Associate in Project Management
Project Management Institute
Pennsylvania, USA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Science
University of Guyana
Guyana 05.2001 -
Diploma - Agriculture Science
Guyana School of Agriculture
Mon Repos East Cost Demerara 05.2001 -
Skills
- Data Collection
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Microsoft Office
- Problem-Solving
- Data Entry
- Community Outreach
- Creating Presentations
- Project Management
- Fieldwork experience
- Specimen Preparation
- Event Planning
- Experiment development
Timeline
Research Assistant
Guyana Rice Development Board
02.2021 - Current
Regional Superintendent
Guyana Rice Development Board
02.2017 - 02.2021
Certificate - Project Management Professional
Project Management Institute
05.2001 -
Certificate - Certified Associate in Project Management
Project Management Institute
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Science
University of Guyana
05.2001 -
Diploma - Agriculture Science
Guyana School of Agriculture
05.2001 -
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