PERSONAL DETAILS
Surname : Mtshali
First names : Senzo
Date of birth : 07 February ****
Identity number : ****** **** ***
Gender : Male
Marital status : Single
Occupation : Research Scientist
State of health : Excellent
Religion : Zionist
Country : South Africa
Nationality : African
Race : Black
Home language : isiZulu
Other languages : English, Afrikaans, isiXhosa, siSwati and isiNdebele
E-mail addresses : senzo@sun.ac.za and senzo4me@yahoo.com
Cellphone number : 072 553 ***
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
Last school attended : Bantubaningi High School
Highest standard passed : Grade 12
Year passed : 2000
Subjects passed : English Second Language HG ("D")
Afrikaans Second Language HG ("D")
Biology HG ("D")
Zulu First Language HG ("B")
Biblical Studies HG ("A")
Physical Science SG ("A")
Mathematics SG ("A")
Prizes and awards : Three Gold medals and Merit Certificate for Matric Exemption
HIGHER EDUCATION
Qualification : BSc in Biological Science
Institution : University of Zululand
Period : 2001 - 2003
Major subjects : Zoology and Botany
Qualification : BSc Honours in Zoology
Institution : University of Zululand
Period : 2004
Main focus : Zoology
Qualification : Masters in Wine Biotechnology
Institution : University of Stellenbosch
Period : 2005 - 2006
Main focus : Microbiology and Molecular Biology
Current Qualification : PhD in Wine Biotechnology
Institution : University of Stellenbosch
Duration : 2007 - 2009
Main focus : Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology
BIOTECHNOLOGY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY SKILLS
• Molecular Biology
• Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
• Primer design, PCR troubleshooting, PCR optimisation
• Genomic DNA isolation and purification
• Plasmid DNA isolation and purification
• Restriction enzyme digestion
• Gene cloning, sequencing and gene sequence alignment
• Gel electrophoresis
• Recombinant DNA technology
• Microbial analysis using plate assays
• Liquid enzyme assays
• Preparation of laboratory solutions and media
• Operation of standard laboratory equipment
COMPUTER LITERACY
• Operating systems (Windows NT)
• Wordprocessing (MS Word)
• Spreadsheets (MS Excel)
• Presentations (MS Powerpoint)
• Advanced Wordprocessing (MS Word)
• Advanced Spreadsheets (MS Excel)
• Internet, e-mail and web authoring
• MS Outlook Web Access
• Some Biological Statistical Analysis Programs
WORK EXPERIENCE
Position : Student Assistant in Computer Applications
Organization : University of Zululand
Period : Feb 2003 - Nov 2003
Position : Supervisor in Computer Applications
Organization : University of Zululand
Period : Feb 2004 - Nov 2004
Position : Undergraduate Practical Demonstrator (Demi)
Organization : University of Zululand
Period : Feb 2004 - Nov 2004
Position : Part-time Hatchery Research Assistant
Organization : University of Zululand
Period : Jul 2004 - Nov 2004
Position : Part-time Technical Assistant
Organization : University of Stellenbosch
Period : Jan 2005 - Dec 2007
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES ATTENDED
1. Conference attended : Bio2Biz SA 2007 conference
Held at : International Convention Centre, Cape Town, SA
Conference duration : 17 - 19 September 2007
2. Conference attended : 3rd International Enology & Viticulture conference
Held at : Lord Charles Hotel, Somerset West, South Africa
Conference duration : 14 - 17 November 2006
Poster presented : Mtshali, P.S., van Rensburg, P. and Du Toit, M. Enzyme profile of wine
lactic acid bacteria, (2006).
MY PERSONAL TRAITS, ABILITIES AND INTERESTS
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to communicate well with diverse group of people
• Ability to work autonomously within a team environment
• Well organised and committed to effective time management
• Work well under tight deadlines and changing priorities
• Work well under a great deal of pressure and for long hours
• Ability to work night shifts
• Self-motivated, dedicated and enthusiastic
• People-oriented, able to get along well with others
• Prepared to work both indoors and outdoors
POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY HELD AT TERTIARY
• General member - Karate Society at Zululand University (2003/2004)
• Class representative for Zoology Honours students (2004)
• Supervisor in Computer Application courses (2004)
REFERENCES
1. Mr L.S. Mpanza : Agricultural Scientist - Department of Agriculture
UThukela District Municipality
Email: mpanzasl@ldsmith1.kzntl.gov.za
Tel: 036 634 ***
Cell: 082 743 ***
2. Prof P. van Rensburg : Part-time Senior Lecturer - Wine Biotechnology
Full-time Researcher at Distell - Stellenbosch
Co-supervisor: Masters Project
Email: pvanrensburg@distell.co.za
Tel: 021 809 ****
3. Dr B.K. Newman : Senior Lecturer - Zoology Department
University of Zululand
Supervisor: Honours Project
Email: bknewman@pan.uzulu.ac.za
Tel: 035 902 ****
