Jason Naude

Jason Naude 5 Beachcomber Bay, Teubes Road, Kommetjie; Cell:-; Email:- EDUCATION 2018-PresentMasters in Molecular and Cell Biology University of Cape Town 2017 Honours in Molecular and Cell Biology University of Cape Town 2013 -2016 Bachelor of Science (Genetics and Biochemistry) University of Cape Town 2012 National Senior Certificate Edgemead High School Other Courses STA2007H Experimental Design and Data Analysis for Scientists HUB2019F Integrated Anatomy and Physiological Sciences Part A COMMUNITY WORK 2018Departmental outreachfundraising for outreach programmes 2016 DARG (Domestic Animal cleaned cages, washed and refilled food Rescue Group) and water bowls, walked and entertained animals 2013 Westlake Community created, walled and painted a vegetable Centre garden area for the orphan children and staff at the centre 2013 Westlake Orphans organized food, treats, drinks and activities (both recreational and educational) for the holidays for the children 2009 - 2014 Sandwiches for Mandela made, collected and delivered Day thousands of sandwiches to underprivileged communities around Cape Town RESEARCH EXPERIENCE - 2017 - 2018 - Biopharming Research Unit (BRU) in the Molecular and Cell Biology Department at the University of Cape Town: Honours research project – “expressing chikungunya virus (CHIKV) envelope glycoprotein E2 gene variants in tobacco plants for use as a diagnostic reagent” – have upgraded it to a Masters research project (2018) and have included the production of CHIKV virus-like particles (VLPs) in tobacco plants for the development of a candidate vaccine. -2018 – 2019 – Cloning strategy formulation and cloning for Dr Maria Cecilia in the Plant Stress Lab in the Molecular and Cell Biology Department at the University of Cape Town: cloned LEA proteins into a synthesized construct to study phase separation of the LEA proteins under salt stress using an E. coli expression system. CONFERENCES Beyond Science Initiative (BSI) 2019 4th Annual International Remote Conference: Science and Society: Online poster presentation of MSc research + LIVE online oral presentation on MSc research. Winner of the BEST PRESENTATION AWARD. WORK EXPERIENCE 2017 - 2018 Postgrad Research Committee (Treasurer) Molecular and Cell Biology Department (UCT) 2017 - 2019 Tutor and Demonstrator University of Cape Town 2010 - 2015 Tutor Private Tuition 2013 Tutor Agency: Homework Helpers ToppTutors Leopard Tutors 2013 Assistant/Driver/ Deliveries/Accounts Family Business (Advanced Office Supplies*) - Usher Events Management Company at Grand West (Amanzi Blue*) Acquired experience in the commercial environment through assisting with accounts, collections, deliveries and administrative duties at Advanced Office Supplies Performed different roles at the events management company including ushering, ticket collection and validation, merchandise sales, patron assistance and other administrative duties SKILLS AND STRENGTHS Lab skills and etiquette - Developed through 3 years of practical’s throughout courses passed in bachelor’s degree and a year of research (see above) in the Biopharming Research Unit of the University of Cape Town Team work skills - Worked well in tutorials and working with lab, research and presentation partners, and team work through committee roles in the Postgrad Research Committee Problem solving skills - Developed through Bachelors and Honours degree, skills taught through a diverse range of courses passed Written and verbal communication skills o Developed through lab reports, science-themed blog (https://mcb442.wordpress.com/), Honours thesis, research posters, and research proposal and departmental presentations Teaching, facilitating and lab-skill demonstrations o Tutor for 7 years both privately and for agencies, tutor and demonstrator for undergrad practicals in the Molecular and Cell Biology department of the University of Cape Town Organisation Hard work and dedication HOBBIES AND INTERESTS Social squash, golf and running (maintaining a healthy, fit and competitive lifestyle) Non-fiction books, documentaries and current events (both in and outside the fields of science) Travelling (profound interest in different cultural experiences and broadening worldly knowledge - includes London, South Korea, Beijing, Dubai, canoeing down Orange River in Namibia, camping around South Africa, circumnavigating South Africa and its neighbouring countries)