MATILDA DOTSE
Accra
Summary
Matilda Dotse is a meticulous and detail-oriented professional with a strong scientific background in nuclear technology applications and chemistry. Matilda is extensive experience overseeing nuclear safeguards, conducting inventory checks, and ensuring safety protocols. Matilda's expertise also includes promoting nuclear security culture and managing risk assessment. With a proven track record in manufacturing and safety compliance, and is well-prepared to contribute to the field of nuclear technology applications. Matilda is dedicated to upholding safety standards and regulatory compliance in the use of nuclear materials.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Research Scientist
Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC)
01.2022 - Current
- Responsible for overseeing all nuclear safeguards matters within the GAEC reactor facility
- Accountable for conducting inventory checks of all nuclear materials at GAEC's reactor facility
- Responsible for submitting safeguards reports to the State's Regulator
- Assists in State and IAEA Safeguards inspections
- Conducts radiation monitoring of the GAEC's reactor facility.
Assistant Research Scientist
Ghana Atomic Energy Commission
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Ensure the safety of workers and the environment
- Protect nuclear materials against theft and sabotage by promoting a nuclear security culture at facilities
- Assist in the Centre's CRP on Insider Threat Risk Assessment and Management at the GAEC.
Research Assistant
Keshe Foundation Ghana Limited
12.2016 - 12.2018
- Manufactured all Keshe Foundation technological products in accordance with the company's work instructions
- Organized materials and conducted product testing
- Ensured strict adherence to safety and quality standards
- Planned and conducted experiments.
Assistant Safety Officer
Noble Gold Bibiani Limited
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Conducted daily water analysis and hygiene inspections
- Performed noise and light surveys, as well as blast and dust monitoring
- Conducted monthly sampling and analysis of water bodies
- Certified chemical barrels for sale
- Determined oxygen content in confined spaces before workers entered
- Identified work area hazards and implemented corrective actions
- Assisted the Safety Officer in monitoring the usage of radioactive materials and ensuring proper documentation.
Chemist (Industrial Attachment)
Ghana Atomic Energy Commission
06.2011 - 08.2011
- Analyzed commercial samples using Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS), Flame Photometer, Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD), Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD), etc
- Conducted analysis of water samples from hand-dug wells and rivers.
Education
Nuclear Safeguards Traineeship Programme -
International Atomic Energy Agency
11.2020
Master of Philosophy in Nuclear Technology Applications in Petroleum and Mining Industries -
University of Ghana
07.2016
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry -
University of Cape Coast
06.2012
Skills
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Creative thinking
- Critical thinking
- Strong collaboration skills
Languages
English
Ewe
Twi
Other Experiences
- Human Performance Optimization Training
- Measurement of items and bulk materials using NDA instruments.
- Proficient in Design Information Verification (DIV), Physical Information Verification (PIV), Environmental Sampling, Remote Monitoring, etc.
- Served as Treasurer for the Ghana Nuclear Society-Students' Chapter during the 2015/2016 academic year.
Meetings Conferences Attended
- International Train the Trainers Course on the Security of Radioactive Material and Associated Facilities, Vienna, Austria. (March, 2024)
- International Training Course (ITC) on State Systems of Accounting for and Control of Nuclear Material (SSAC) for Newcomer States, Daejeon, Republic of Korea. (November 2023)
- International Train the Trainers Course on the Security of Radioactive Material and Associated Facilities, Virtual. (September 2023)
- International Nuclear Safeguards Policy Course Sponsored by US Department of Energy National Nuclear Security Administration, California, United States of America. (June 2023)
- Technical Meeting for the National Coordinators of the Incident Reporting System for Research Reactors, IAEA, Vienna, Austria. (March 2023)
- Symposium on International Safeguards: Reflecting on the past and anticipating the future, Vienna, Austria. (October - November 2022)
- Basic Professional Training Course on Nuclear Safety: International Atomic Energy Agency- Korea Institute of Nuclear Safety (IAEA-KINS) Daejeon, Republic of Korea. (September 2022)
- Technical Meeting on International Safeguards in the Design of Radioactive Waste Management Programmes, IAEA, Vienna, Austria. (March 2022)
- Workshop on the Fundamentals of Physical Protection, London, United Kingdom. (February - March 2022)
- Safety Training on Ionizing Radiation, Radiation Protection Institute, Ghana Atomic Energy Commission, Accra, Ghana. (November 2021)
- Internal Workshop on Safety Assessment and Consultancy, Radiation Protection Institute, Ghana Atomic Energy Commission, Accra, Ghana. (May 2021)
References
- Dr. Stephen Yamoah, Director, Nuclear Power Ghana, s.yamoah@gaec.gov.gh, +233206106188
- Dr. Susan E. Pickett, Safeguards Training Section Head International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Vienna, Austria, S.Pickett@iaea.org
- Prof. Joseph K. Gbadago, Manager, Safety and Safeguards, jgbada@yahoo.com, +233243721973
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Cooking
- Watching documentaries
Projects
Dotse Matilda (2012) "Antimicrobial and Trace Element Analysis of some Food Spices Commercially Available in Ghana". (Undergraduate Project Work) UCC Dotse, Matilda (2016) "Mixing analysis in a stirred tank using Computational Fluid Dynamics." University of Ghana http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh Dotse, Matilda et.al. (2022) "Safeguards in Ghana: Capability Building in Nuclear Safeguards, Safety and Security" Symposium on International Safeguards: Reflecting on the Past and Anticipating the Future, (p. v). International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
Timeline
Assistant Research Scientist
Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC)
01.2022 - Current
Assistant Research Scientist
Ghana Atomic Energy Commission
05.2021 - 12.2022
Research Assistant
Keshe Foundation Ghana Limited
12.2016 - 12.2018
Assistant Safety Officer
Noble Gold Bibiani Limited
09.2012 - 08.2013
Chemist (Industrial Attachment)
Ghana Atomic Energy Commission
06.2011 - 08.2011
Nuclear Safeguards Traineeship Programme -
International Atomic Energy Agency
Master of Philosophy in Nuclear Technology Applications in Petroleum and Mining Industries -
University of Ghana
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry -
University of Cape Coast
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