GODWIN KWAME BOTCHWAY
Researcher
Cape Coast,Ghana
Summary
Ambitious Industrial Chemistry graduate with a strong foundation in data analysis, risk awareness, and research. Skilled in data collection, interpretation, and reporting. Experienced in teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving, with a passion for finance, risk management, and organizational growth.
Dedicated research and teaching assistant with a focus on laboratory practicals and student support. Skilled in offering tutorials and assisting with research projects, enhancing the learning experience through effective communication and mentorship.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Research and Teaching Assistant
The University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast
10.2024 - Current
- Assisting lecturers in teaching and supervising laboratory practical sessions.
- Offering tutorials for general chemistry and other courses such as Main Group Chemistry, Physical Chemistry.
- Assisting students with their research projects, manuscript preparation, and presentations.
Intern
Ghana Water Company Limited
Inchaban
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Monitoring of raw, settled, filtered and final water samples hourly on the plant. These physical tests include tests for turbidity, color, pH, conductivity, and salinity.
- Conducting chemical analysis on raw, settled, filtered and final water samples every day. Parameters evaluated include total hardness, calcium hardness, total iron, and alkalinity.
- Residual chlorine tests on an hourly basis are conducted on final water samples to monitor the presence of disinfectants.
- Quality Assurance Dept
Quality Control Intern
Plot Ghana Limited
Sekondi
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Conducted quality control tests for cocoa liquor and butter finning.
- Analyzed Free Fatty Acid (FFA) levels in cocoa cake, cocoa butter, and cocoa beans.
- Evaluated fat content in coca cake, cocoa liquor, and cocoa butter to ensure product consistency.
- Ensured adherence to food safety and quality assurance guidelines.
- Quality Control Department
Laboratory Intern
Heidelberg Cement Group
Sekondi
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Prepared and cleaned prism molds for accurate strength testing of cement samples.
- Conducted mechanical strength tests on cement prisms to assess product durability and compliance with industry specifications.
- Performed the Methylene Blue Test to evaluate the clay content in raw materials ensuring consistency in production quality.
- Assisted in monitoring and implementing quality control processes throughout cement manufacturing.
- Conducted particle size distribution analysis to evaluate material consistency and optimize production efficiency.
- GHACEM
Education
B.Sc. (Hons) - Industrial Chemistry
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, GhanaWest African Senior School Certificate Examination -
Fijai Senior High School
Sekondi, GhanaSkills
- Laboratory Equipment Operation
- Laboratory Safety
- Chemical Analysis
- Analytical Instrumentation
- Titration Techniques
- Good Manufacturing Practices
- Food Safety Compliance
- Data Collection
- Data Interpretation
- Report Writing
- Python Programming (Basic)
- SPSS
- AI Innovation
Academic Publications And Research Interests
Assessment of Air Quality at Palm Kernel Oil Production Centre in Kakumdo and Akotokyir, Undergraduate Thesis, 2024, Co-author, Collaborative research under Dr. Sewu with a 5-member research team (Manuscript in preparation), Environmental and air pollution epidemiology, Food engineering, Material science, Occupational health and safety, Water and food quality monitoring, Climate change and environmental sustainability
Seminars And Awards
- Dean's Award, Excellent Academic Performance (CGPA 3.63) & Best Level 200 Student, BSc Industrial Chemistry, 03/30/22
- First AI International Conference, Walsh University (USA) & University of Cape Coast (Ghana), 07/31/25, Co-presenter, Nutritional AI Tool
Leadership Positions And Memberships
- President, Calling Team United, Cape Coast, Ghana, 10/01/23, 10/01/24, Directed ministry programs and outreach, coordinated discipleship and welfare initiatives, and oversaw team operations in alignment with mission goals.
- Project Committee Chair, Industrial Chemistry Students' Association of Ghana (ICSAG UCC), Cape Coast, Ghana, 09/01/23, 09/01/24, Led planning and execution of academic and community projects, managed timelines and budgets, and supervised committee members for effective collaboration.
- Academic Board Member, ICSAG UCC, Cape Coast, Ghana, 01/01/22, 01/01/24, Contributed to academic policy development, reviewed educational initiatives, and represented student perspectives in board discussions.
- Member, Project Committee, ICSAG UCC, Cape Coast, Ghana, 01/01/22, 01/01/24, Assisted in project design and implementation, supported fundraising and logistics, and collaborated with peers for successful project outcomes.
Languages
English
Native language
Timeline
Research and Teaching Assistant
The University of Cape Coast
10.2024 - Current
Intern
Ghana Water Company Limited
09.2023 - 11.2023
Quality Control Intern
Plot Ghana Limited
07.2022 - 09.2022
Laboratory Intern
Heidelberg Cement Group
07.2021 - 09.2021
B.Sc. (Hons) - Industrial Chemistry
University of Cape Coast
West African Senior School Certificate Examination -
Fijai Senior High School