DERRICK AWEWURA
Accra,Ghana
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in epidemiological surveillance and disease control, clinical laboratory diagnostics, and quality assurance. Demonstrated success in malaria programme evaluation and field data collection, alongside capacity building for laboratory professionals. Skilled in emergency response and public safety education, with a strong focus on occupational health and medical screening. Proficient in scientific writing and knowledge translation, aiming to advance public health initiatives through innovative solutions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Ghana National Fire Service
12.2019 - 09.2025
- Company Overview: Training School / F.A.T.S. Medical Centre
- Performed routine and specialised laboratory diagnostics for fire service personnel and trainees
- Conducted haematological, biochemical, serological, and microbiological analyses
- Supported occupational health screening and fitness-for-duty assessments
- Ensured quality control and compliance with national laboratory standards
- Maintained laboratory equipment and inventory for operational readiness
- Assisted in the development of health protocols and wellness initiatives for staff
- Provided technical guidance during health emergencies and outbreak investigations
- Training School / F.A.T.S. Medical Centre
Public Health Practice Placement
National Malaria Elimination Programme, Ghana
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Participated in field visits to health facilities and laboratories to collect malaria surveillance data
- Delivered malaria education and prevention messages to community members and stakeholders
- Conducted malaria impact evaluations and presented findings to programme leads
- Supported development of malaria death surveillance and response guidelines
- Facilitated training sessions for medical laboratory scientists on modern techniques for malaria parasite detection
- Contributed to national malaria data reporting, analysis, and visualisation
- Engaged in strategic planning and technical review meetings
- Drafted policy briefs and programme documentation for internal and external stakeholders
Medical Laboratory Scientist
S.D.A. Hospital
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Company Overview: Laboratory Department
- Performed microbiological, serological, haematological, and biochemical analyses
- Conducted patient screening and phlebotomy procedures
- Collected and analysed data for Hepatitis B surveillance
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Supervised and trained student interns in laboratory techniques
- Ensured quality control and compliance with diagnostic standards
- Laboratory Department
Voluntary Laboratory Internship
Intravenous Infusion Limited
06.2014 - 07.2014
- Company Overview: Quality Assurance Department
- Conducted physical and chemical tests, including titration, pH readings, and reagent preparation
- Performed microbiological assessments such as sterility and microbial limit tests
- Utilised biochemical media including Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL) for endotoxin detection
- Supported quality assurance processes for pharmaceutical production
- Quality Assurance Department
Education
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology and Disease Control
University of Ghana
09.2023 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Cape Coast
09.2012 - 05.2016
West African Senior School Certificate Examination - undefined
Ofori Panin Senior High School
09.2007 - 06.2011
Skills
- Epidemiological Surveillance and Disease Control
- Clinical Laboratory Diagnostics and Quality Assurance
- Malaria Programme Evaluation and Field Data Collection
- Capacity Building for Laboratory Professionals
- Emergency Response and Public Safety Education
- Occupational Health and Medical Screening
- Scientific Writing and Knowledge Translation
HIGHLIGHTS
- Evidence synthesis for global health policy
- Capacity building in African health systems
- Scientific communication for technical and lay audiences
- Public health education and antimicrobial resistance
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 12/25/92
- Nationality: Ghanaian
Languages
English
Advanced
French
Elementary
Affiliations
- Reading
- Playing Soccer
Accomplishments
Overall Best Cadet Officer (Ghana National Fire Service Intake 17)
Certification
IFE Level 3 Certificate in Fire Science, Operations, Fire Safety and Management
REFERENCE
1. Dr. Basil Benduri Kaburi
Department of Epidemiology and Disease Control
University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana
E-mail: kbbenduri@gmail.com
2. Dr. Samuel Anim Ofosu
Department of Engineering
Koforidua Technical University
Koforidua, Ghana
E-mail: ofosu@ktu.edu.gh
Timeline
Public Health Practice Placement
National Malaria Elimination Programme, Ghana
05.2024 - 06.2024
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology and Disease Control
University of Ghana
09.2023 - 08.2024
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Ghana National Fire Service
12.2019 - 09.2025
Medical Laboratory Scientist
S.D.A. Hospital
09.2016 - 08.2019
Voluntary Laboratory Internship
Intravenous Infusion Limited
06.2014 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Cape Coast
09.2012 - 05.2016
West African Senior School Certificate Examination - undefined
Ofori Panin Senior High School
09.2007 - 06.2011