From michaelantwi from netscape.net Sat Jan 26 04:24:24 2008 From: michaelantwi from netscape.net (michaelantwi@netscape.net) Date: Sat Jan 26 13:50:20 2008 Subject: [Employment-wanted] JOB INQUIRY Message-ID: <8CA2E14601B9C27-DF8-26BD@mblk-d31.sysops.aol.com> To Whom It May Concern I am writing to request information about potential job opportunities. I am seeking a food microbiology-related position in a R&D setting or academia, where my knowledge, skills and experience in the research field of Food Microbiology and Predictive Modeling can make a direct and immediate contribution.? I am currently domicile in Canada as a permanent resident and I am considering opportunities in North America. Briefly, my qualifications include: ??? ?Ph.D. degree in Engineering, majoring in Predictive Food Microbiology, M.Sc. degree ??????? in Post harvest and? Food Preservation Engineering graduating cum laude (distinction). ??? ?More than 5 years as a Research Assistant in Predictive Food Microbiology Laboratory, ??????? Biochemical Process Technology and Control Section, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium ??? ?Successfully developed and validated a predictive growth model to predict the growth of Listeria ??????? innocua and Lactoccocus lactis in structured food system. ??? ?Several publications in peer reviewed International Journal and Conference Proceedings related to ??????? Food Microbiology Additional qualifications can be found in the resume below. Should you wish to contact me, please use my contact information below. Thank you for your attention. ? Sincerely, Michael Antwi email: michaelantwi@netscape.net RESUME::::::::::::::::::RESUME :::::::::::::::RESUME: MICHAEL ANTWI Surrey, Canada Tel: 604-374-0266???????? Email: michaelantwi@netscape.net ? ? Qualifications -------------------- Researcher with substantial experience in Microbiological Food Safety and Predictive Food Microbiology and knowledge in HACCP principles. Recently developed and validated a mathematical model to predict microbial growth in a structured food system. Proven ability to work independently and as a team member, and to manage concurrent projects and deadlines. Seeking a position in a related field where my experience, education and accomplishments will contribute to the success of your organization. ? ? Education -------------- ? Ph.D. in Predictive Food Microbiology, 2007,? Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium Thesis: Predictive microbiology for intra- and interspecies lactic acid induced interaction in structured media ? M.Sc. in Postharvest and Food Preservation Engineering, 2001, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium Thesis: Thermal and high pressure inactivation of tomato pectinmethylesterase ? ?Postgraduate diploma in Postharvest and Food Preservation, 2000, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium ? B.Sc. Agricultural Engineering, 1998, University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana ? ? Work Experience ----------------------- ??????????? Research Assistant, September 2001-March 2007 Biochemical Process Technology and Control Section, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium ? - Developed experimental protocol for microbial growth in structured food system - Conducted series of microbial growth experiments in both pure and mixed cultures - Used the experimental data as input to develop a predictive growth model - Organized laboratory sessions for students - Organized library orientation for first year University students - Provided organization of new library materials such as journals, books and conference proceedings ? Accomplishments: - Successfully developed and validated a mathematical model to predict the growth of microorganisms (in both pure and mixed culture) in structured food system - Published research findings in several International Journals and Conference Proceedings ? ? ??????????? Quality Control Assistant, October 2001-December 2006 ? ALMA, KULeuven, Belgium ? - Oversaw food safety and quality directives, including food preparation and sanitation protocols to ensure that regulatory requirements are followed. - Investigated and analyzed microbiological quality control problems in the laboratory, and suggested effective solutions. ? ? ? ??????????? Research Coordinator, 1998-1999 Ministry of Food and Agriculture, Kumasi District, Ghana ? - Coordinated research on the viability of new food crops at Ejura farms, Ghana - Prepared reports on research findings for database and distribution ? ? ??????????? Administrative Assistant (Vacation Job), 1994-1998 National Electoral Commission-Ashanti Region, Ghana ? - Provided payroll information by collecting time and attendance records - Maintained employee information by entering and updating employment and status-change data - Received and forwarded telephone and electronic inquiries - Prepared reports from manual and electronic files, mailing lists and databases - Ordered supplies and maintained inventory ? ? Computer literacy ------------------------ ? - Microsoft Office products (e.g.,? Powerpoint, Word, Excel) - MatLab (Mathematical computing software with high-performance language for technical computing) -? LaTeX (a document preparation system for high-quality typesetting) ? ? ? ? Publications ----------------- ? ??????????? International Journal ? -? M. Antwi, K. Bernaerts, J. F. Van Impe and A. H. Geeraerd (2007).? Predictive model for growth of Lactococcus lactis and? Listeria innocua in a structured gel system: effect of monopotassium phosphate. International Journal of Food Microbiology (revised version submitted) ? - M. Antwi, K. Bernaerts, J. F. Van Impe and A. H. Geeraerd (2007). Modelling the combined effect of food model system and lactic acid on Listeria innocua and Lactococcus? lactis growth in mono- and coculture. International Journal of Food Microbiology 120, 71-84 ? - M. Antwi, A. H. Geeraerd, K. M. Vereecken, R. Jenn\'e, K. Bernaerts and J. F. Van Impe (2006). Influence of a gel? microstructure as modified by gelatin concentration on? Listeria innocua growth. Innovative Food Science and Emerging Technologies 7, 124-131 ? ? ??????????? International Conference Proceedings ? - M. Antwi, K. Bernaerts, J.F. Van Impe and A.H. Geeraerd (2007). Validation of a model for lactic acid induced interaction in structured media: effect of monopotassium phosphate. In: Nychas, G.-J.E., Taoukis, P., Koutsoumanis, K., Van Impe, J. and Geeraerd, A. (Eds.), 5th International Conference Predictive Modelling in Foods - Conference Proceedings, 363-365, Agricultural University of Athens, Athens(Greece), 16-19 September, 2007 ? - M. Antwi, K. Bernaerts, J. F. Van Impe and A. H. Geeraerd (2006). Predictive modelling of the combined effect of structured gelatin system and lactic acid on Listeria innocua and Lactococcus lactis growth in mono- and coculture. In: E. Parente, L. Cocolin, D. Ercolini and L. Vannini (Eds.), Proceedings & Abstracts of the 20th Symposium of the International Committee on Food Microbiology and Hygiene (ICFMH), p. 522, Bologna (Italy), August 29-September 02, 2006 ? - M. Antwi, A. H. Geeraerd, K. Bernaerts, R. Jenn`e and J. F. Van Impe (2006). Modeling the effect of food model gel structure on the microbial growth pattern.? In: Proceedings of the 4th International Symposium on Food Rheology and Structure, 535-539, Zurich (Switzerland), February 19-23, 2006 ? - M. Antwi, K.M. Vereecken, A.H. Geeraerd and J.F.M. Van Impe (2004). Effects of a gel microstructure on Listeria innocua growth. In: Proceedings of the 9th International Congress on Engineering and Food (ICEF9), 1-5, Montpellier (France), March 7-11, 2004 ? - M. Antwi, K.M. Vereecken and J.F. Van Impe (2003). Effects of gelatine concentration on the growth parameters of Listeria innocua in a model gel system.? In: Proceedings of the 17th Forum for Applied Biotechnology, Part II, Communications in Agricultural and Applied Biological Sciences, 68/2(b), 415-420, Ghent (Belgium), September 18-19, 2003 ? -? K. Vereecken, M. Janssen, M. Antwi and J. Van Impe (2003). Influence of food structure on microbial proliferation characteristics. In: P. Fischer, I. Marti and E.J. Windhab (Eds.), Proceedings of the 3rd International Symposium on Food Rheology and Structure (EURORHEO 2003-01), p. 499-500, Zurich (Switzerland), February 9-13, 2003 ? -? K.M. Vereecken, M. Antwi, M. Janssen, A. Holvoet, F. Devlieghere, J. Debevere and J.F. Van Impe (2002). Biocontrol of microbial pathogens with lactic acid bacteria: evaluation through predictive modelling. In: L. Axelsson, E.S. Tronrud and K.J. Merok (Eds.), Proceedings & Abstracts of the 18th Symposium of the International Committee on Food Microbiology and Hygiene (ICFMH), 163-166, Lillehammer (Norway), August 18-23, 2002 ? -? K.M. Vereecken, A. Holvoet, M. Antwi, M. Janssen and J.F.Van Impe (2002). Impact of medium solidness on the growth characteristics of Listeria innocua. In: L. Axelsson, E.S. Tronrud and K.J. Merok (Eds.), Proceedings & Abstracts of the 18th Symposium of the International Committee on Food Microbiology and Hygiene (ICFMH), p. 339, Lillehammer (Norway), August 18-23, 2002 ? ? ? Presentation in Scientific Meetings ----------------------------------------------- ??????????? Predictive modelling of the combined effect of structured gelatin system and lactic acid on Listeria innocua and Lactococcus lactis growth in mono- and coculture. ?[Food Micro 2006, Twentieth International Symposium of the International Committee on Food Microbiology and Hygiene (ICFMH), Bologna (Italy), August 29-September 02, 2006] ? ??????????? Entrapped? Modelling the combined effects of gelatin gel matrix and lactic acid on micro-organisms. [Youngster Seminar of the Department of Chemical Engineering, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, (Belgium), May 17, 2006] ? ??????????? Modelling the effect of food model gel structure on the microbial growth pattern. [International Symposium on Food Rheology and Structure, Zurich (Switzerland), February 19-23, 2006] ? ??????????? Effects of a gel microstructure on Listeria innocua growth. [Ninth International Congress on Engineering and Food, Montpellier (France), March 7-11, 2004] ? ??????????? Effects of gelatine concentration on the growth parameters of Listeria innocua in a model gel system. [17th Forum for Applied Biotechnology (FAB), Ghent (Belgium), September 18-19, 2003] ? ??????????? Effects of gelatin concentration on Listeria innocua growth. [Seminar at BioTeC-Bioprocess Technology? and Control, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (Belgium). May 9, 2003] ? ??????????? ? Modelling the competitive growth of Listeria innocua and Lactococcus lactis. [Study day of the Inter?University Attraction Pool network IAP V/22 on Dynamical Systems and Control: Identification and Modelling, Hotel Mercure, Louvain-la-Neuve (Belgium). November 26, 2002] ? ??????????? ? Growth experiments of Lactococcus lactis and Listeria innocua in mono- and coculture. [Seminar at BioTeC-Bioprocess Technology and Control, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (Belgium). February 8, 2002] ? ? ? Memberships, Awards & University Service ------------------------------------------------------------- ? - Recipient, Research Council Scholarship award for the continuation and completion of Ph.D. research, January 2006-March 2007 ? - Recipient, Flemish Inter?University Council scholarship (VLIR) award for postgraduate studies in Postharvest and Food Preservation Engineering at the KULeuven, Belgium. ? - Recipient, Outstanding Service Award, Ghana Agricultural Engineering Students Association, 1998. ? - Student representative at the Academic Board, Agricultural Engineering Department, University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana, 1997-1998 ? - Member, Ghana Agricultural Engineering Students Association, 1993-1998 ? References ---------------- Available upon request ________________________________________________________________________ More new features than ever. Check out the new AIM(R) Mail ! - http://webmail.aim.com