Feyisayo Ruth Awosusi
Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
- |-Professional Summary
Detail-oriented and versatile professional with expertise in academic editing, education, pastry
arts, and customer service. Possessing a First-Class degree in Biology and over three years of
experience in academic editing, I have a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication
skills, and the ability to adapt across industries. Skilled in research, editing, proofreading,
education, and client service, I am eager to contribute my expertise to dynamic teams across
various sectors.
Professional Experience
Academic Editor
Cactus Communications | March 2022 – December 2024
Key achievements
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Edited manuscript for readability, grammar, word choice, flow, redundancy, conciseness, and
consistency in the specific field of life sciences and medicine.
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Formatted manuscripts, including reference lists and in-text citations, in adherence to the
requirements of the target journals.
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Prepared cover letters for manuscript submission.
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Compiled notes in the form of comments and letters to further help the author prepare the
manuscript for submission readiness.
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Managed multiple deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of error-free manuscripts.
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Engaged in extensive research editing, consequently developing strong analytical and critical
thinking skills.
Graduate/Teaching Assistant
Isaac Jasper Boro College of Education | Oct 2021 – Feb 2022
Key achievements
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Engaged in extensive research online and in the library to create lecture notes aligned with the
departmental scheme.
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Assisted in lecturing some undergraduate courses as a stand-in for departmental lecturers on
sick leave or on administrative duties and maintained class attendance records.
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Graded continuous assessments and ensured students complied with the departmental policy
on academic integrity.
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Built strong relationships with students and faculty, fostering effective communication and
teamwork.
Cake Decorator, Customer Service, and Business Management (Pastry
Business)
Amynepastries | March 2020 – Nov 2020
Key achievements
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Successfully designed and executed a diverse range of custom cake designs tailored to specific
client preferences, including intricate wedding cakes, themed birthday cakes, and special
occasion treats.
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Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction by consistently delivering cakes that exceeded
expectations in taste, presentation, and overall quality.
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Made videos for reel production in preparation for online cake decorating classes
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Interacted with customers to ensure proper delivery, satisfaction and continuous patronage.
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Tried out new recipes and uploaded them for online marketing to ensure continued interest and
longevity.
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Taught new interns the basics of baking and cake decorating.
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Managed customer inquiries and handled transactions with precision and professionalism.
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Applied financial acumen to pricing, budgeting, and cost control.
Medical Laboratory Intern
Niger Delta University Students’ Medical Laboratory | July 2019 – Sept 2019
Key achievements
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Demonstrated precision and adherence to standardized protocols in conducting tests, ensuring
accurate and reliable results.
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Acquired hands-on experience in drawing blood from patients, following strict aseptic
techniques to maintain the integrity of collected samples.
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Effectively processed blood samples for various analyses, preserving sample quality and
facilitating timely diagnostic procedures.
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Maintained meticulous records of laboratory procedures, test results, and patient information,
adhering to confidentiality and compliance standards.
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Effectively communicated with team members, researchers, and supervisory staff to coordinate
laboratory activities and ensure seamless workflow.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biology – Niger Delta University (2020)
First-Class Honours (CGPA: 4.62/5)
Skills
Academic Editing & Proofreading
Research & Analysis
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Scientific Writing & Referencing Styles (APA, MLA, Harvard, etc.)
Customer Service
Baking/Cake decorating
Teaching & Training
Languages
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English (Fluent)
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Yoruba (Fluent)