DR SALMAT SALISU MUSAH
Abuja
Summary
I am a dedicated Microbiologist with a PhD CGPA of 4.50 in Food and Industrial Microbiology. I have hands-on experience with anaerobic microbes, having isolated probiotic strains Lactiplantibacillus plantarum SAL-IMIE02 and Limosilactobacillus fermentum SAL-IMIE01 from African rice (Oryza glaberrima), which are listed in the NCBI. My research involves optimizing the production of fermented locust beans (Parkia biglobosa) using plant-based substrates and starter cultures. I have authored and co-authored several publications in peer-reviewed journals and have served as a reviewer for multiple scientific journals. I have over eight years of work experience in the pharmaceutical industry. I hold certifications in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), Risk Assessment, Environmental Awareness, First Aid, and CPR from the Novelle Center, a subsidiary of the British International Safety Organization (UK SHE) in Nigeria. I also have a certificate in Pharmaceutical and Food Packaging from the Indian Institute of Packaging. Additionally, I'm an active humanitarian and have received multiple national awards for my community service. I aim to further my skills and contribute to scientific advancement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MANAGER
MAYASALIS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
ABUJA, Federal Capital Territory, NIGERIA
06.2021 - Current
- Analysed market trends to identify growth opportunities.
- Creating and executing strategies to enhance brand presence.
- Collaborating with R&D, sales, marketing, and regulatory teams.
- Guiding product innovations based on research and regulations.
- Promotional campaigns that meet ethical standards.
- Tracking sales data to refine strategies, and meet financial targets.
- Building relationships with key stakeholders, including healthcare professionals.
- Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Managing the budget and resource allocation for the brand.
- Educating healthcare professionals and consumers about the product.
- Addressing issues that may impact the brand's reputation.
MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVE
JAWA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
ABUJA, Nigeria
04.2018 - Current
- Promote and sell medical devices, equipment, and pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals.
- Provide product information and demonstrate features to healthcare professionals.
- Negotiate and close sales contracts.
VISITING PHD RESEARCH STUDENT
NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR PHARMACEUTICAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (NIPRD)
ABUJA, Federal Capital Territory, NIGERIA
02.2023 - 09.2025
- Planned and conducted research projects.
- Ph.D. bench work research.
- Assist in paper review and publications.
- Optimization production process.
- Molecular characterization.
- Nutritional composition analysis.
- Media preparation.
- Microbiological analysis and assay.
- Assistant to a professor.
- Data collections, processing, and analysis.
- Supervision of undergraduate laboratory research experiments.
MS.C BENCH WORK
NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR PHARMACEUTICAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (NIPRD)
, Nigeria
03.2020 - 04.2023
- Planned and conducted a research thesis using microbiological protocols.
- Assist in paper review and publications, sterilisation procedures and data collection, media preparation, and microbiological analysis and assay.
BIOLOGY TEACHER SECONDARY SCHOOL (ONE YEAR MANDATORY NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS -NYSC)
PERFECT BRAIN GLOBAL ACADEMY
PORT-HACOURT
12.2015 - 11.2016
- Biology tutor.
- Prepared lesson plans and materials.
- Evaluate students' knowledge and performance through assignments, tests and examinations.
MEDICAL LABORATORY ASSISTANT (COMPULSORY SIX MONTHS STUDENTS INDUSTRIAL WORK EXPERIENCE SCHEME - SIWES)
INTERNATIONAL CLINICS AND HOSPITAL
KANO
03.2014 - 04.2014
- Collecting and labelling patient samples (blood, urine, tissue).
- Preparing and storing samples for analysis.
- Operating and maintaining lab equipment.
- Performing quality control checks and ensuring accurate results.
- Recording patient information and test results.
- Generating reports and assisting with data analysis.
- Managing inventory and preparing reagents.
- Maintaining a clean lab environment.
PHARMACIST ASSISTANT
JEEKES VENTURES (WEST AFRICA) LTD
KANO
12.2009 - 02.2014
- Dispensed Medications.
- Inventory Management.
- Customer Service.
- Administrative Tasks.
- Maintained Pharmacy Environment.
Education
PhD - Food and Industrial Microbiology
Nasarawa State University
2025
M.Sc. - Food and Industrial Microbiology
Nasarawa State University
2023
Foundation Degree - Science Communication
Nasarawa State University
2020
B.Sc. - Microbiology
Bayero University Kano
2015
Certification
- International Residential Training Programme on Advances in Food & Pharmaceutical Packaging, Indian Institute of Packaging, 2024-12-01, 2025-01-31
- EU Markets for Agri-Food Products Programme, Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Nigerian Export Promotion Council, 2024-10-01, 2024-11-30
- Foundation Degree in Science Communication, Nasarawa State University, 2019-01-01, 2020-12-31
- Fire Safety and Risk Assessment, British International Safety Organization, 2016
- Basic First Aid/CPR, Novelle Center for Professional Training, 2016
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
www.linkedin.com/in/salmat-salisu-musah-mayasalis-02b14b108
Affiliations
- Nigerian Society for Microbiology NSM
- Institute of Disaster Management and Safety Science (IDMSS)
- Fellow Membership Award – Institute of Strategic Entrepreneurs of Nigeria (ISEN)
Publications
- Development, functional profiling, and probiotic evaluation of indigenous LAB from Nigerian fermented foods: Antimicrobial mechanisms, in vivo validation, and applications in food preservation and mycotoxin risk reduction, https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11274-026-05051-4, 2026
- Assessment of amino acid profile, anti-nutritional compounds, and sensory Properties of optimized locust beans with Lactiplantibacillus plantarum SAL-IMIE02 and Limosilactobacillus fermentum SAL-IMIE01 as starter cultures, https://doi.org/10.30574/gscbps.2025.32.1.0281, 2025
- Microbiological and nutritional quality of optimized African Locust Beans using Lactiplantibacillus plantarum SAL-IMIE02 and Limosilactobacillus fermentum SAL-IMIE01 As Starter culture, https://www.biotechnologyjournals.com/pdf?refno=7027, 2025
- Antibacterial activity of lactic acid bacteria isolated from Etsako Osuemegbe rice, https://doi.org/10.53858/arocfn02010105, 2023
- Molecular Identification of Lactic Acid Bacteria Isolated from Fermented Rice, https://doi.org/10.53858/arocagr02010611, 2022
Peer-review
- Applications of Molecular Marker Implementation for Enhanced Oilseed Breeding through Marker-Assisted Selection (Mas), https://www.sdiarticle5.com/review-history/115605, 2024-Peer-review
- Probiotics and its Application in Humans: An Overview, https://www.sdiarticle5.com/review-history/118671, 2024Peer-review
- One Pot Synthesis Routes for Biologically Active Pyrazoles, https://peerreviewarchive.com/review-history/7361e, 2024 Peer-review
- Antibiotic Resistance Profile and Safety Assessment of Lactobacillus acidophilus and Lactobacillus plantarum Isolated from Milk, 2024 Peer-re.view
- A Review on Prevalence and Risk Factors of Gallstone Disease in Uganda, 2024Peer-review
- Isolation of probiotics and scientific validation of using curd and salad vegetables for health benefits, 2023 Peer-review
Interests
* Probiotics and Functional Foods
* Fermentation Biotechnology
* Pharmaceutical Research
* Food Safety and Quality Assurance
* Molecular Microbiology
* Scientific Research and Innovation
* Teaching and Mentorship
* Science Communication
* Community Development
Additional Information
Conference Panelist Appreciation Award;Scientifrika Conference (2026)
Appreciation Award — National Association of Microbiology Students, Bayero University Kano Chapter (2026)
Humanitarian Ambassadorial Award — Institute of Disaster Management and Safety Science (2024)
Fellow Membership Award — Institute of Strategic Entrepreneurs of Nigeria (2023)
Humanitarian Award — Miss Afenmai International (2022)
Accomplishments
Peer Review Certifications:
Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing Journal of Advances in Microbiology
Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing Annual Research & Review in Biology
Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing Journal of Scientific Research and Reports
Certificate of Excellence, Journal of Experimental Agriculture International
Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International
Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing –Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetics
Certificate of Excellence in Peer-Reviewing, MB International Media and Publishing
Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing-International Journal of Plant and Soil Sciences
Certificate of Excellence in Peer-Reviewing- B P International
Timeline
VISITING PHD RESEARCH STUDENT
NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR PHARMACEUTICAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (NIPRD)
02.2023 - 09.2025
MANAGER
MAYASALIS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
06.2021 - Current
MS.C BENCH WORK
NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR PHARMACEUTICAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (NIPRD)
03.2020 - 04.2023
MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVE
JAWA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
04.2018 - Current
BIOLOGY TEACHER SECONDARY SCHOOL (ONE YEAR MANDATORY NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS -NYSC)
PERFECT BRAIN GLOBAL ACADEMY
12.2015 - 11.2016
MEDICAL LABORATORY ASSISTANT (COMPULSORY SIX MONTHS STUDENTS INDUSTRIAL WORK EXPERIENCE SCHEME - SIWES)
INTERNATIONAL CLINICS AND HOSPITAL
03.2014 - 04.2014
PHARMACIST ASSISTANT
JEEKES VENTURES (WEST AFRICA) LTD
12.2009 - 02.2014
PhD - Food and Industrial Microbiology
Nasarawa State University
M.Sc. - Food and Industrial Microbiology
Nasarawa State University
Foundation Degree - Science Communication
Nasarawa State University
B.Sc. - Microbiology
Bayero University Kano