Education & Experience

Toxicologist

Forensic Investigation for National Development-Ghana (FIND-GH), Accra, Ghana

2022 - Present

Implemented and monitored workplace drug testing programs, ensuring compliance with occupational health standards, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
Evaluated herbal and natural products for toxic adulterants, including xeno-aphrodisiac substances, using toxicological screening and analytical methods.
Assessed health risks associated with adulterated products and provided evidence-based recommendations to support consumer safety and regulatory enforcement.

Adjunct Lecturer

Pentecost University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Herbal Medicine, Accra, Ghana

January 2026-Present

Taught undergraduate courses in Forensic medicine and toxicology, pharmacology, and safety evaluation of herbal medicines, fostering critical thinking and practical skills.
Supervised student research projects and laboratory practical, guiding experimental design, data analysis, and reporting in toxicological studies.
Conducted research on herbal product safety, evaluating bioactive compounds, potential toxicants, and their pharmacological effects.
Developed and updated course curricula and training materials, integrating current advances in toxicology, herbal medicine, and regulatory standards.

Lecturer (Full Time)

Klintaps University College of Health and Allied Sciences, Accra

January 2025 - Present

Taught courses in clinical toxicology, pharmacology, and drug metabolism, equipping students with practical and theoretical knowledge.
Supervised laboratory sessions and student research projects, ensuring proper experimental design, data collection, and analysis.
Conducted research on chemical, microbial, and herbal toxicants, evaluating their effects on human health and laboratory safety.
Developed and maintained laboratory protocols and safety standards, promoting compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and occupational health guidelines.

Adjunct Lecturer

Islamic Nursing Training School, Department of General Nursing, Accra, Ghana

October 2024-Present

Delivered lectures and tutorials in Pharmacology, Therapeutics, Pharmacovigilance, and Basic Statistics, fostering student understanding and application of core nursing concepts.
Supervised and mentored students in practical sessions, research projects, and clinical case studies, ensuring competency in drug administration, patient safety, and data analysis.
Assessed and evaluated student performance, including assignments, quizzes, and examinations, providing constructive feedback to support academic growth.
Developed and updated course materials and teaching aids, integrating current evidence-based practices, drug safety guidelines, and statistical methodologies.

Adjunct Lecturer

Maranatha University College, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Accra Ghana

September 2024 - October 2025

Taught core courses including Therapeutics, Forensic Pharmacy, Pharmacognosy, and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, ensuring students gain practical and theoretical expertise.
Supervised student laboratory work and research projects, promoting skills in drug formulation, analysis, and quality control.
Assessed and evaluated student performance, including assignments, quizzes, and examinations, providing constructive feedback to support academic growth.

Lecturer (Full Time)

Pharmatrust Professional College, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Accra Ghana

September 2023 - January 2025

Supervised student laboratory work and research projects, promoting skills in drug formulation, analysis, and quality control.
Assessed and evaluated student performance, including assignments, quizzes, and examinations, providing constructive feedback to support academic growth
Taught core courses including Therapeutics, Forensic Pharmacy, Pharmacognosy, and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, ensuring students gain practical and theoretical expertise.

Senior Research Tutor

University of Cape Coast-Switch Program, College of Distance Education, Accra, Ghana

October 2023 - October 2024

Delivered lectures and practical sessions in Cytology, Genetics, Anatomy, Physiology, and Cell & Tissue Organization, fostering foundational understanding for undergraduate students.
Supervised and guided laboratory exercises and tutorials, ensuring students develop hands-on skills and proper experimental techniques.
Assessed student learning outcomes, including grading assignments, quizzes, and practical exams, providing constructive feedback to enhance academic performance.
Developed and updated course content and teaching resources, integrating current scientific literature and best practices in biomedical education.

Teaching Assistant (National Service)

University of Cape Coast, Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Ghana

October 2023 - October 2024

Delivered lectures and practical sessions in Developmental biology, Molecular Genetics and Biodiversity of living things
Supervised and guided laboratory exercises and tutorials, ensuring students develop hands-on skills and proper experimental techniques.
Assessed student learning outcomes, including grading assignments, quizzes, and practical exams, providing constructive feedback to enhance academic performance.

Graduate Research Assistant

University of Cape Coast, School of Allied Health Sciences, Department of Biomedical Sciences (Medicinal biochemistry) Ghana

August 2019 -2022 Supervisor: Professor Michael Adinortey

Performed extraction and characterization of bioactive compounds from Indigofera arrecta, Strychnos spi nosa and Solanum melongena and many others for phytochemical and pharmacological analysis.
Analytical and natural product chemistry, encompassing phytochemical analysis and instrumental techniques such as HPLC, GC-MS, NMR, and mass spectrometry.
Pharmacological and toxicological research, including in vivo animal studies for efficacy, dose–response, and safety evaluation.
Maintained detailed laboratory notebooks, analyzed data using statistical software, and prepared reports and presentations summarizing findings.
Maintained a safe working environment by handling hazardous chemicals appropriately and ensuring compliance with institutional and governmental regulations.
Provided guidance to undergraduate students and new lab members on experimental techniques and data analysis.

Research Assistant

University of Cape Coast, School of Biological Sciences, Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Ghana

September 2018 -2019 Supervisor: Professor Foster Kyei

Conducted in vitro anticancer studies by evaluating the cytotoxic effects of Solanum melongena leaf extracts on MCF breast cancer cell lines
Performed phytochemical screening and characterization of plant extracts to identify bioactive secondary metabolites.
Analyzed and interpreted experimental data to establish relationships between phytochemical composition and observed anticancer activity.

Research Intern

Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ghana. Animal Research Institute, Accra, Ghana Department of Microbiology

May-August 2017

Designed and conducted microbiological experiments, including culture, isolation, identification, and characterization of microorganisms.
Performed antimicrobial susceptibility and drug–microbe interaction studies to evaluate the efficacy and resistance patterns of therapeutic agents.
Applied molecular microbiology techniques (e.g., PCR, electrophoresis, sequencing) for microbial detection, typing, and genetic analysis.
Analyzed, documented, and disseminated research findings through data analysis, report writing, and scientific presentations or publications.

Research Intern

Lapaz Community Hospital, Accra, Ghana

May-August 2016

Collected and analyzed clinical body fluid samples to detect abnormal components using standard laboratory diagnostic techniques.
Interpreted test results, ensured data accuracy, and prepared clear documentation and laboratory reports.
Maintained electronic laboratory records and assisted senior laboratory scientists during clinical and analytical procedures.

Education

Master of Public Health

MSc Occupational Safety, Health and Environmental Management

Master of Philosophy; Drug Discovery and Toxicology

BSc Molecular Biology and Biotechnology

Professional Experience

Toxicologist

Adjunct Lecturer

Lecturer (Full Time)

Adjunct Lecturer

Adjunct Lecturer

Lecturer (Full Time)

Senior Research Tutor

Teaching Assistant (National Service)

Graduate Research Assistant

Research Assistant

Research Intern

Research Intern