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I am a Fiji-born biomedical scientist and health researcher with hands-on experience in laboratory work, field data collection, and public health projects across the Pacific. I value accuracy, teamwork, and clear communication, and I enjoy translating complex findings into practical insights that can improve health outcomes. Outside the lab, I tutor biology and chemistry for high school students, love nature and gardening, and I am adept at juggling multiple roles—from research officer to project assessor—while maintaining a friendly, proactive approach.…I am a Fiji-born biomedical scientist and health researcher with hands-on experience in laboratory work, field data collection, and public health projects across the Pacific. I value accuracy, teamwork, and clear communication, and I enjoy translating complex findings into practical insights that can improve health outcomes. Outside the lab, I tutor biology and chemistry for high school students, love nature and gardening, and I am adept at juggling multiple roles—from research officer to project assessor—while maintaining a friendly, proactive approach.

Melaia T Laiyawa Saumaiwai

Data Scientist, Project Manager, Data Collector, +3

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I am a Fiji-born biomedical scientist and health researcher with hands-on experience in laboratory work, field data collection, and public health projects across the Pacific. I value accuracy, teamwork, and clear communication, and I enjoy translating complex findings into practical insights that can improve health outcomes. Outside the lab, I tutor biology and chemistry for high school students, love nature and gardening, and I am adept at juggling multiple roles—from research officer to project assessor—while maintaining a friendly, proactive approach.…I am a Fiji-born biomedical scientist and health researcher with hands-on experience in laboratory work, field data collection, and public health projects across the Pacific. I value accuracy, teamwork, and clear communication, and I enjoy translating complex findings into practical insights that can improve health outcomes. Outside the lab, I tutor biology and chemistry for high school students, love nature and gardening, and I am adept at juggling multiple roles—from research officer to project assessor—while maintaining a friendly, proactive approach.

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I am a Fiji-born biomedical scientist and health researcher with hands-on experience in laboratory work, field data collection, and public health projects across the Pacific. I value accuracy, teamwork, and clear communication, and I enjoy translating complex findings into practical insights that can improve health outcomes.

Outside the lab, I tutor biology and chemistry for high school students, love nature and gardening, and I am adept at juggling multiple roles—from research officer to project assessor—while maintaining a friendly, proactive approach.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Fijian

Advanced

French

Intermediate

Work Experience

Book-keeping assistant, Sales and stores clerk at Toys (Fiji) Ltd.

December 31, 1996 - December 31, 1996

Book-keeping, record filing, sales and marketing support; ensured production stocks were maintained at approximately 75%.

Order Assembler at Woolworths Distribution Centre

December 31, 1999 - December 31, 1999

Assembled orders for Woolworth stores in the Brisbane area using an order picker; ensured accurate labeling of orders.

Chemistry Department Research Officer at Koronivia Research Station

December 31, 2003 - December 31, 2003

Sampling, receiving and processing soil samples; conducted water analysis and studies on pesticide levels in soil and water.

Pathology Laboratory Technician at Suva Private Hospital

December 31, 2005 - December 31, 2005

Receiving, labeling and processing human biological samples; phlebotomy, data entry, delivering results to outpatients or medical practitioners; stock checks and sending specimens overseas for testing.

Data Collection at Kuruleca Consultants

December 31, 2007 - December 31, 2007

Collected data from health authorities across Pacific Island countries on HIV-AIDS incidence; compiled a comprehensive report.

Pathology Laboratory Technician for Projects at Tropic Health Laboratory

December 31, 2011 - December 31, 2011

Worked on the Iron Fortified Flour project for the National Food and Nutrition Centre; explained study purpose to participants, obtained specimens from multiple regions and sent for processing.

Post Disaster Needs Assessor at Kuruleca Consultants

December 31, 2012 - December 31, 2012

Spoke with populations affected by Cyclone Evan, identified needs, documented impacts, and compiled a comprehensive report.