Purvang Patel
** *** ******* ***, *** Floor, Jersey City, NJ-07306.
Cell # 1-201-***-****
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Objective: To seek a position in an established Healthcare organization,
which can utilize my knowledge and skills which are intensified over the
years through my work experience and strong educational coursework.
Academic Details:
. Master of Sciences in Biotechnology (December, 2009)
Polytechnic Institute of NYU, Brooklyn, New York
. Bachelor of Pharmacy (December, 2006)
Institute: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore.
(INDIA)
Skill Sets:
o Experienced in working with FDA guidelines, Predicate rules GMP,
GCP, and GLP in highly regulated healthcare industry.
o Proficient in document writing & reviewing in order to ensure
adherence to Good Documentation Practice.
o Detailed understanding of Genetics and Stem cell research
o Bio processing of mammalian Cell Culture Systems (CHO, BHK,
Hybridoma)
o Experience in Cell Culture High-Throughput Assay Development
o Understanding of various statistical tools for process control like
ELISA, PCR, qPCR, RT-PCR
o Thorough knowledge of Pharmaceutical research Equipments and
Facility designing.
o Understanding of various chromatographic analytical techniques like
HPLC, GC, TLC.
o Ability to communicate effectively through excellent verbal and
written communication skills.
o Excellent Management skills in managing time, people and work
prioritization when stressed time constraints.
o Commended by manager for enthusiasm and sharp learning skills
o Excellent Computer skills including MS Word, MS Excel, MS
PowerPoint
Professional Experience:
Research Associate: Polytechnic Institute of NYU. Jan`09-Dec`09
o Performed the experiment on acquired instability in cancer cells.
o Preparing media for cell culture and set up single cell sorting to
isolate cloned cell and maintain cell culture with desired
properties
o Developed process protocol including various steps like nucleic
acid extraction, RT-PCR, and qPCR analysis, Northern & Western blot
analysis, separation of RNA & DNA
o Responsible for Transformation and transfection of DNA constructs
to E.Coli
o Performed protein and mRNA stability analysis, Luciferase reporter
gene assays
o Understand the DNA sequences with identification and correlation of
genes to phenotypes, Performed microarrays & DNA fingerprints
o Acquire the skills of Molecular Cloning, Sub cloning, DNA ligation,
Transformation, Transfection, Agarose gel electrophoresis (SDS-
PAGE) during the process.
o Sterilization of media, reagents and solution prepared in the
laboratory and handling
Jr. Executive in QA: Torrent Pharmaceuticals ltd., India.
Sep`06-Dec`07
o Maintained BMR(Batch Manufacturing Record) and BPR(Batch Packaging
Record).
o Inline Process Checks, Line Clearance.
o Created & Reviewed compliance documentations for manufacturing
processes and production area.
o Supervised cGMP requirements within the facility.
o Participated in facility internal audits.
o Developed understanding of Quality Procedures and Documentation
requirements.
QC Trainee: Gujarat Medicraft PVT. LTD., Ahmedabad, India.
June`06-Aug`06
o Testing & documenting the results of manufactured goods.
o Hands-On Experience on HPLC and other analytical methods.
o Sample Collection and Storage of sample in safe for future testing.
o Developed process understanding of OSD manufacturing processes.
Academic Coursework:
. Molecular Immunology, Protein Engineering, Tissue Engineering, Cell &
Molecular Biology,
. Enzyme catalysis, Cell & molecular neuroscience, Biotech & Healthcare,
Physical concepts of Polymer Nanocomposites, Biotech and
Pharmaceutical Industry, Biosensor and Biochips
. Pharmacology, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical chemistry (Organic,
Medical, Analytical), Microbiology, Biochemistry.
Academic Project Details:
Term Paper Subject: Biosensor and Biochips
Paper Description: The paper explained the extended view and
understanding on a biosensor with advance technology on
sweat detection, which detect the amount of different
compound, and elements for many diseases.
Project Title: Green Chemistry of LIPITOR.
Project Description: A task was assigned to enzymatic green chemistry
behind blockbuster drug "LIPITOR"
Green chemistry developed by Codexis and explains the benefits of
green chemistry
Project Title: QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS OF CELL ADHESION WITH NANOFIBER
CONTAIN NANOCOMPOSITE of ELECRTOSPINING POLY GLYCOLIC ACID
AND COLLEGAN SPONGE SELF-ASSEMBLE NANOFIBER IN TISSUE
ENGINEERING
Project Description: The project explained the role of Nanotechnology in
Tissue Engineering. The nanocomposite materials
manufacturing and use of materials in Cell adhesion in
Nanotechnology
Professional Affiliations: .
. APTI- Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India.
Achievements:
. Successful management of finance committee, for Krupanidhi College of
Pharmacy's Annual Fest '06.
. Member of Cricket (sports) team of Krupanidhi college of Pharmacy
. Selected as member of transport committee of 11th annual national meet at
APTI (Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India) held at Bangalore
in September, 2006
.