DESMOND TETTEH ASARE
SEKONDI - TAKORADI,Western Region
Summary
Dynamic dual-degree student pursuing BSc in Biochemistry and BSc in Computer Science, bridging molecular sciences with computational expertise. Demonstrates strong leadership through roles in student governance and project management. Equipped with advanced skills in Python, Java, and data analysis, ready to contribute effectively in technical and administrative roles.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Scholarship and Sponsorship Secretary |GHABSA| UCC
UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
CAPE COAST, CENTRAL REGION
2025.11 - Current
- Drive strategic planning, meticulous documentation, and active community outreach to identify, evaluate, and recognize academic excellence within the biochemistry student body.
- Financial Administration & Collection: Spearheaded the secure collection and management of biochemistry student dues and departmental levies, ensuring 100% accountability.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Liaised directly with the GHABSA Financial Secretary to cross-reference records, reconcile accounts, and audit collection books.
- Transparency & Compliance: Maintained and delivered precise, error-free financial spreadsheets, contributing to a culture of absolute transparency and accurate financial reporting during executive accountability meetings.
- Provide robust advocacy and mentorship to students navigating the complex scholarship application process, ensuring merit and socio-economic needs are properly met.
Biochemistry Programme Representative |GHABSA|
UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
CAPE COAST, CENTRAL REGION
2025.01 - Current
- Created an easily accessible platform for sharing study resources amongst students, improving overall study efficiency.
- Serve as the primary student-faculty liaison, communicating student needs, managing logistics, and streaming academic resources for the biochemistry cohort.
- Organized the distribution of essential laboratory manuals and finalized student groupings for biochemistry practical sessions to ensure efficient laboratory workflows.
- Act as Course Representative for Communicative Skills, facilitating peer-to-peer tutoring and resolving student academic inquiries.
- Advocated for students' rights, resulting in a more inclusive learning environment.
- Organised events to promote student involvement in university activities.
- Collaborated with other representatives for effective problem solving.
- Enhanced communication between students and staff by setting up meetings( On The Hot Seat)
JOLLY PHONICS/GRAMMAR AND STEM FACILITATOR
REMALJ CAREWELL INSPIRATIONAL SCHOOL
BOGOSO, Western Region
2021.01 - 2023.12
- Unit Head & Staff Secretary (Combined Leadership Roles): Managed administrative curriculum operations, recorded executive meeting proceedings, and directed teacher scheduling and standard compliance tracking.
- STEM Coordinator & Lead Facilitator : Designed and executed an advanced, hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) curriculum across multiple grade levels.
Hands-on Science Labs: Facilitated practical science experiments utilizing the innovative Dext Science set (mobile science kits developed by Professor Elsie Effah Kaufmann of the National Science and Maths Quiz), bridging the gap between abstract theory and real-world application.
Mental Arithmetic Mastery: Introduced and trained students in UCMAS (Universal Concept of Mental Arithmetic System) methodologies, dramatically improving cognitive speed, memory, and mathematical proficiency.
National Laurels: Successfully coached and mentored student teams to compete on national platforms, winning numerous trophies and national awards in science, UCMAS and mathematics competitions for the institution. - Literacy & Linguistics Specialist : Spearheaded the school's early literacy track by implementing Jolly Phonics and Jolly Grammar frameworks, building advanced reading, decoding, and structural language skills in students.
- Staff Capacity Builder & Trainer : Served as an institutional consultant, organizing and leading professional development workshops to train fellow teaching staff in UCMAS frameworks and Jolly Phonics/Grammar teaching methodologies to elevate overall school performance.
- Sports Coordinator : Organized multi-tier school athletics programs, balancing sportsmanship training with physical development schedules.
- Undertook data entry tasks, promoted accuracy in financial records.
- Streamlined filing system for easier access to documents.
- Facilitated customer service with prompt response to queries on invoices and statements.
- Ensured accuracy in billing processes through meticulous proof-reading.
- Prepared financial reports for clarity in business transactions.
- Handled petty cash book ensuring all expenses are properly recorded and justified.
- Liaised with accountant for Financial services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BIOCHEMISTRY
UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
CAPE COAST, GHANA 2024.11 -
Bachelor of Science - COMPUTER SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY OF THE PEOPLE
CALIFORNIA, USA 2025.09 -
Certificate of Higher Education - GENERAL SCIENCE
ST. AUGUSTINES'S SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
GHANA 2018.01 - 2020.09
Skills
Communication skills
Public speaking
Leadership
Computational Biochemistry & Molecular Modeling:
Molecular Docking Simulation: Proficient in receptor-ligand docking protocols to predict binding affinities and inhibition constants
Programming & Core IT: Python, Java, IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse,
Technical Domains: Bioinformatics, Cybersecurity Governance, Data Collection & Analysis, Risk & Compliance Frameworks
Laboratory Competencies: Molecular Biology Techniques, Bio-data Tracking, Complex Lab Coordination, Structural Assays
Institutional & Soft Skills: Executive Record-Keeping, Academic Writing, Strategic Outreach & Advocacy, Team Leadership
Project: Experimental Characterization of Biomolecules & Data Processing
Utilized high-precision qualitative and quantitative assays to study sugar isomerism (including ketose and aldose structures like psicose) and the exact mechanics of protein denaturation
Led peer groups in collecting, logging, and analyzing laboratory data for structural biochemistry modules, emphasizing data verification and scientific accuracy (BIO 103)
Software Development & Security Modules University of the People / Independent
Project: Algorithmic Modeling and Traffic Analysis
Built and compiled structured scripts in Python and Java environments (utilizing IntelliJ IDEA and Eclipse) to solve computing and data structuring problems
Analyzed network traffic logs and system vulnerabilities within security sandboxes to apply risk compliance models learned through the IBM track
LANGUAGES
English
Master or proficient
C2
Affiliations
- Table Tennis: Enthusiastic player; sharpens rapid reflex coordination and strategic, split-second decision-making.
- Video Gaming: Engaged in analytical and strategy-based gaming that builds problem-solving skills and long-term planning frameworks.
- Community Mentorship & Volunteering: Passionate about guiding young students in STEM foundations, assisting peers with academic challenges, and sharing foundational learning skills.
Accomplishments
- University of the People Assessment Fee Scholarship – Awarded a prestigious competitive scholarship based on academic potential and dedication.
- Member of Parliament (MP) Constituency Scholarship – Awarded a prestigious merit scholarship by the Member of Parliament for my constituency to fund my Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry at the University of Cape Coast.
- Elected Student Leadership Roles (UCC) – Chosen by peers and faculty to serve as the Program Representative for Biochemistry, Course Representative for Communicative Skills, and Secretary for the Sponsorship and Scholarship Committee of the Ghana Biochemistry Student Association (GHABSA).
- National STEM & Literacy Leadership Award – Successfully trained and facilitated a student team at REMALJ Carewell Inspirational School that went on to win national-level awards and trophies in science and mathematics competitions.
Certification
IBM Cybersecurity Analyst (In Progress) – Specialized industry training covering network security, endpoint defense, data privacy regulations, and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks.
- Professional Certificate in Jolly Phonics – Certified in systematic synthetic phonics instruction, literacy development methodologies, and multi-sensory teaching frameworks.
- Professional Certificate in English Grammar – Certified in advanced English language structure, syntax rules, and mechanics for academic and institutional communication.
Timeline
Scholarship and Sponsorship Secretary |GHABSA| UCC
UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
2025.11 - Current
Bachelor of Science - COMPUTER SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY OF THE PEOPLE
2025.09 -
Biochemistry Programme Representative |GHABSA|
UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
2025.01 - Current
Bachelor of Science - BIOCHEMISTRY
UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
2024.11 -
JOLLY PHONICS/GRAMMAR AND STEM FACILITATOR
REMALJ CAREWELL INSPIRATIONAL SCHOOL
2021.01 - 2023.12
Certificate of Higher Education - GENERAL SCIENCE
ST. AUGUSTINES'S SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
2018.01 - 2020.09