Ashenafi Laine

Accomplished Clinical Laboratory Scientist with 20 years of progressive leadership in Eritrea’s National Health Laboratory and major hospitals. Recognized specialist in high-volume hematology and microbiology testing, outbreak response, and quality management (ISO 15189). Supported by Talent Lift Canada under the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP). CAMLPR Prior Learning Assessment submitted – ready for immediate MLT contribution in Canada.

Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist – Hematology & Microbiology National Health Laboratory, Ministry of Health – Asmara, Eritrea 2003 – 2020 • Performed and supervised full-scope testing (CBC, coagulation, blood film morphology, culture & sensitivity, Gram staining, AFB, parasitology, serology) processing 300–500 samples daily with 99.9 % accuracy • Led national laboratory response during cholera, malaria, and typhoid, outbreaks – reduced result turnaround time by up to 40 % • Trained and mentored 30+ junior technologists on quality standards and BSL-3 practices • Served as Quality Control Officer for 8 years – zero critical non-conformities in audits • Maintained advanced analyzers: Sysmex XN-series, Beckman Coulter DxH, BACTEC FX, VITEK 2

Performed culture, Identification and Sensitivity tests.

Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science (University of Asmara – 2003)