Dareskedar Admassu
About Dareskedar Admassu
Dareskedar Admassu is a Laboratory Manager at the National Institutes of Health, where he has worked since 2013, following a five-year tenure as a Research Analyst. He holds a Master of Science in Immunology from King's College London and has extensive experience in laboratory management and flow cytometry.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Dareskedar Admassu has been employed at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2013, currently serving as a Laboratory Manager. In this role, he is responsible for preparing materials and equipment for BD courses conducted by the Lab Chief and Section Manager. He also coordinates both internal and external meetings for the Flow Cytometry Core Laboratory. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Research Analyst at NIH from 2008 to 2013, where he contributed to various research projects.
Education and Expertise
Dareskedar Admassu holds a Master of Science in Immunology from King's College London, where he studied from 2003 to 2005. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from The School of Psychology at the University of East London, completing his studies from 1996 to 2000. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in laboratory management and flow cytometry.
Background
Before joining the NIH, Dareskedar Admassu worked as a Senior Research Technician at the International Aids Vaccine Initiative (IAVI) from 2002 to 2008. This six-year experience in New York, New York, contributed to his knowledge and skills in laboratory operations and research practices.
Laboratory Management Responsibilities
In his role as Laboratory Manager at NIH, Dareskedar Admassu operates advanced flow cytometry equipment, specifically the BD FACSAria II and BD FACSAria III. He is responsible for maintaining Good Laboratory Practice standards within the Flow Cytometry Core Laboratory. Additionally, he manages property and equipment tracking using specialized NIH software and researches pricing for laboratory supplies to ensure cost efficiency.