Epidemiology Skills(Master's degree)

Study Design & Clinical Research

• Design, conduct, and analysis of Cross-sectional,  case-control, Cohort, and randomized controlled trials (RCTs).

• Application of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) in trial implementation.
  
  

Outbreak Investigation & Surveillance

• Development of case definitions, case finding, and contact tracing.

• Estimation of incidence, prevalence, and attack rates.

• Surveillance system evaluation and time-series/trend analysis for early-warning signals.
  
  

Bias & Confounding Control

• Design-based methods: randomization, restriction, stratification, matching.

• Analytic approaches: multivariable regression, adjustment, and sensitivity analysis.

Risk Assessment & Measures of Association

• Calculation and interpretation of relative risk, odds ratio, attributable risk, and population attributable fraction.

• Application of epidemiological measures to public health decision-making.
  
  

Field Study Implementation

• Development of study protocols and sampling strategies.

• Designing and managing data collection instruments.

• Supervising and monitoring field data collection teams.
  
  

Program & Policy Evaluation

• Evaluation of intervention effectiveness and implementation outcomes.

• Monitoring and assessing public health programs.

• Translating epidemiologic evidence into policy-relevant recommendations.
  
  

Ethics & Regulatory Awareness

• Human subjects protection and informed consent procedures.

• Knowledge of biosafety principles and research ethics guidelines.

• Adherence to ethical standards in clinical and public health research.
  
  

Integration & Communication

• Linking laboratory, biomarker, and clinical data with population-level inference.

• Preparing scientific reports, manuscripts, policy briefs, and presentations.

• Effectively communicating findings to clinicians, policymakers, and communities.

Microbial and Cellular Biotechnology Skills(Master's degree)

Molecular & Cellular Techniques

• Animal cell culture, biomembrane studies, receptor concepts, and cell signaling.

• Applied molecular biology techniques (PCR, electrophoresis, cloning).

• Genetic engineering and recombinant DNA technology.

• Immunology and immune modulation assays.

• Parasitology, applied mycology, and microbial strain conservation.
  
  

Microbial Biotechnology & Applications

• Production of biomass and useful microbial metabolites.

• Environmental and industrial microbiology, including waste and water treatment.

• Quality assurance and quality control in microbiology and food biotechnology.

• Plant biotechnology and secondary metabolite analysis (phytochemicals, pharmacological compounds).
  
  

Analytical & Experimental Methods

• Physicochemical and biochemical food analysis.

• Genotoxicity and ecotoxicology analysis methods.

• Laboratory safety, biosafety, and quality management (QHSE/IMS).

• Sensory analysis and food process engineering.

• Extraction and Quantification of Bioactive Compounds

• Assessment of Antioxidant Activity (e.g., FRAP, DPPH)

• Evaluation of Biological and Pharmacological Activities

• Bioactivity Screening and Compound Profiling

• Antimicrobial Activity

• Identification and Analysis of Phytochemicals

• Laboratory Experimentation and Quality Control Procedures
  
  

Research & Applied Skills

• Experimental design, project cycle management, and scientific writing.

• Application of biostatistics to biological research.

• Integration of microbiological, molecular, and biochemical data for applied research.

• Thesis research and laboratory internship experience with strong practical application.
  
  

Complementary Competencies

• Computer applications for research (statistical and bioinformatics tools).

• Knowledge of regulatory and ethical standards in biotechnology.

• Strong ability to translate lab findings into biotechnological, clinical, and industrial contexts.

• Effective communication of results in English and French (scientific reports, presentations).

Medical and Biological Analysis Skills(Bachelor's degree)

Clinical & Laboratory Diagnostics

• Medical bacteriology, mycology, virology, and parasitology.

• Hematology and hemostasis (blood groups, myelogram, coagulation tests).

• Medical biochemistry and biochemical semiology.

• Medical serology and immunology of infectious diseases.
  
  

Molecular & Cellular Biology

• Molecular biology and genetic engineering techniques.

• Cell physiology, cytology, cytogenetics, and histology.

• Nucleic acids, protein synthesis, and metabolic biochemistry.

Microbiology & Toxicology

• Systematic study of microbial organisms.

• Applied mycology and protozoology (flagellates, helminths).

• General and genotoxicology; GMOs and biosafety awareness.

Laboratory Techniques & Quality

• Laboratory practices in microbiology, hematology, serology, and biochemistry.

• Structural and metabolic biochemistry practicals.

• Quality management systems and laboratory equipment maintenance.

• Safety and good laboratory practice (GLP).
  
  

Applied Research & Internships

• Hands-on training through laboratory internships and field placements.

• Documentary research, scientific reporting, and data analysis.

• Integration of biomedical and biological findings for clinical decision support.

Soft Skills

Analytical & Problem-Solving

• Strong critical thinking and ability to interpret complex biological, medical, and statistical data.

• Skilled at identifying patterns, addressing data challenges, and proposing evidence-based solutions.

Communication & Collaboration

• Clear communicator, able to translate technical results into actionable insights for clinicians, researchers, and policymakers.

• Experienced in writing scientific reports, theses, and manuscripts in English and French.

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills in multidisciplinary research environments.
  
  

Leadership & Project Management

• Experienced in designing and managing research projects, from protocol development to implementation.

• Skilled in organizing field studies, supervising laboratory work, and mentoring peers.

• Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines in high-pressure academic and research settings.
  
  

Adaptability & Continuous Learning

• Quick to adapt to new tools, technologies, and methodologies in laboratory sciences and data analysis.

• Eager to expand expertise across biostatistics, epidemiology, biotechnology, and biomedical sciences.

• Open to feedback and committed to professional growth.
  
  

Ethics & Professional Integrity

• Strong awareness of research ethics, biosafety, and human subjects protection.

• Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and respect for confidentiality in both laboratory and field settings.

Interpersonal & Cultural Competence

• Able to work effectively with diverse teams across different cultural and professional backgrounds.

• Empathetic, respectful, and supportive in collaborative environments.