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Peju Sokunle

Peju Sokunle

Rome

Summary

Professional Summary:
A Master’s degree holder in biocontrol solutions for plant health with a foundational knowledge of plant pathology, molecular biology techniques, agroecology, and crop protection strategies, coupled with, hands-on experiences gained through working on sustainable agriculture-centric projects and research internships. Proficient in data collection and analysis, laboratory management, and research methodologies. I am open to working with agricultural companies and organizations focused on food production and environmental protection.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Researcher

Rural Hack
10.2024 - Current
  • Identification of key technological innovation hubs in the agri-food sector with positive social and environmental impact in Europe.
    • Analysis of the areas of action of these hubs, focusing on sustainable agri-food innovation and practices that improve resource efficiency and food security.
    • Gathering key information about the hubs, including key people within the organizations and their social media contacts.
    • Establishment of partnerships between a selection of hubs and the Rural Hack program, creating opportunities for collaboration and synergistic development.
    • ¨Production of a detailed report that includes a mapping of the hubs, an analysis of their areas of action, social media contacts, and the key people involved.

Research Intern

Institute Sophia Agrobiotech
03.2023 - 09.2023

Topic: Study of the behavioural responses of Trichogramma to kairomones of the common army worm.

1. Bibliography studies to identify efficient Trichogramma species as biocontrol agents.

2. Field sampling and collection of Trichogramma species.

3. Insect breeding.

4. Video phenotyping to analyse the sensitivity of trichogramma to host cues upon perceptio

Intern

Institute Sophia Agrobiotech
03.2022 - 09.2022

Topic: Management of nematicidal plants to control root-knot nematode on tomato roots.

  • Design and management of the experimental modalities in the climatic chamber and greenhouse.
  • Inoculation of tomato plants with nematode juveniles while intercropped with the NPs
  • Evaluation of nematode infestation data on tomato roots after 2 cycles to ascertain the efficacy of the NPs using metrics such as gall index and number of egg masses.
  • Analysis and interpretation of experimental data using statistical tools.

Project Assistant

Adanig Homes Limited
03.2016 - 08.2021
  • I provided administrative support to an 8-man team to implement and execute 5 construction projects.
  • I maintained a prompt and efficient line of communication between the project team and clients.
  • I coordinated the team's workflow by monitoring project progress and tracking milestones.
  • I assist to create budgets based on budget based on project needs and availability of funds
  • I receive feedbacks and archive vital documents at project closeout phase

Education

Master of Science - Biocontrol Solutions For Plant Health

Universite Cote D'Azur
Nice, France
07-2023

Bachelor of Science - Science Laboratory Technology

University of Benin
Edo State, Nigeria
12-2014

Skills

  • Data collection and Analysis: R studio, Microsoft Office tools
  • Laboratory Skills; Nematode extraction, microbiology techniques
  • Quantitative research
  • Crop management
  • Insect breeding
  • Fieldwork experience
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Good collaborator

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Researcher

Rural Hack
10.2024 - Current

Research Intern

Institute Sophia Agrobiotech
03.2023 - 09.2023

Intern

Institute Sophia Agrobiotech
03.2022 - 09.2022

Project Assistant

Adanig Homes Limited
03.2016 - 08.2021

Master of Science - Biocontrol Solutions For Plant Health

Universite Cote D'Azur

Bachelor of Science - Science Laboratory Technology

University of Benin
Peju Sokunle