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, bridging laboratory science with evidence-based public health solutions and directly impacting over 1,000 beneficiaries. 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

Nigeria, Multiple States, Nigeria

Summary

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

Highlights

Directed regional operations for medical and diagnostic devices across multiple states, driving market penetration and operational efficiency.

Led a multidisciplinary team in sales, technical support, and training, enhancing capabilities for healthcare professionals.

Forged strategic partnerships with hospitals, laboratories, and government health programs, significantly improving diagnostic service delivery.

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

Utilized data analytics to monitor device performance and client satisfaction, informing strategic decisions for regional market growth.

Sir Muhammadu Sunusi Specialist Hospital (NYSC)
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Medical Laboratory Scientist

Kano, 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.

Supported TB molecular testing using GeneXpert MTB/RIF, improving diagnostic turnaround time for critical cases.

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

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

Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital
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Intern 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, contributing to accurate patient diagnoses.

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

Assisted in 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.

Volunteer

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

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.

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

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

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

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Served as State Publicity Secretary for the Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists' of Nigeria, Kano State Branch.

Jamie Pajoul International
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Deputy Protocol Officer

Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Served as Deputy Protocol Officer for Jamie Pajoul International.

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

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Chaired the Young Medical Laboratory Scientists' Forum, Kano State Branch.

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.

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

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 500 schoolgirls.

Highlights

Designed and implemented impactful menstrual hygiene and school empowerment programs, directly benefiting over 500 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.

Cozy Diagnostics
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Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist

Nigeria, Nigeria, 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 trained technical staff on advanced PCR operations.

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

Zeema Initiative
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Volunteer

Nigeria, Nigeria, 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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General Secretary

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Served as General Secretary for the Nigerian Medical Laboratory Science Students' Association, BUK Chapter.

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

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Served as Assistant General Secretary for the Nigerian Medical Laboratory Science Students' Association, BUK Chapter.

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

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Served as Social Director for the Nigerian Medical Laboratory Science Students' Association, BUK Chapter.

Education

Bayero University Kano
Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Masters

Medical Laboratory Science

Bayero University Kano
Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Bachelor (BMLS)

Medical Laboratory Science

Intersystem IT
Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Certificate

Information Technology

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.

Interests

Research Interests

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