Harshal Rathod

*** ***** *****, ************, **

Ph. 856-***-**** Email: accro3@r.postjobfree.com

Seeking research/career opportunity, for an experienced graduate bringing

the following experience, skills, and attributes:

Have great experience working in general educational, medical, office and

laboratory settings.

Interface well with others at all levels including patrons, professionals,

patients, and students.

Hardworking with excellent interpersonal communication, customer service,

and office support skills.

Ability to handle multiple assignments under pressure while consistently

meeting deadlines.

Have knowledge of Windows 95/98/ME/XP, MS Office, extensive Internet skills

and HTML, As well as

Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Proficient in SDS PAGE, Gel Column Filtration, Microscopy, Titrations, PCR,

Cell culture, Cell biology and DNA purification/analysis, HPLC column

filtration/packing, Quality control testing of HPLC resin, Resin Recovery,

Experience with Bio-reactors, In-Vitro monoclonal antibody raw material,

Antibody purifications, Roller Bottle Production, Distillation and more.

Familiar with cGMP, GOP, FDA and DEA regulations

Have the ability to speak three languages which include English, Gujarati,

and Spanish

Outgoing, punctual, trustworthy, conscientious and very organized.

Willing to relocate.

EDUCATION:

Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 8/2008 -

12/2012

Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology: GPA: 3.0

Williamstown High School, Williamstown, NJ 9/2004 - 6/2008

High School Diploma w/ Honors (6/2008)

WORK EXPERIENCE:

May'13-Present: Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics: In-vitro Cell

Biologist/Chemical Technician III

Perform production activities related to work orders within the Specialty

Reagents IOT to produce in-vitro monoclonal antibody raw material.

Prep of nutrient supplements, equipment set up, autoclave operation, as

well as operating equipment that is needed to harvest and purify antibody

material.

Responsible for monitoring and controlling processes while maintaining

accurate quality records and Interface with supervision, scientist, and

engineers.

Set up equipment parameters for production using worksheet and/or SOP

specifications or procedures

Prepare and regulate up to 23 Bioreactors with various cell lines

Perform cell cultures while following specific SOP to prevent

contamination.

Check AMAPs (SAP) for approval of raw materials used for production.

Assist to open/close and resolve CAPA's.

Assist technical support to identify problems, make recommendations, and

implement solutions.

Completing and maintaining proper documentation of worksheets and other

forms of quality documents.

March '13-May '13: Sepax Technologies: Associate Biologist/QC Technician

Perform quality control testing of HPLC columns.

Assure timely completion of testing documentation.

Generate quality control test results by following Standard Operating

Procedures.

Ensure test methods are validated or verified as appropriate to the method.

Perform order fulfillment as the customer's/supplier's requirements.

Preparation of samples, solutions and/or resins.

Performs a variety of technical procedures and routine production following

Standard Operating Procedures.

Provide lab support and assist in research and development of new

materials.

January '13-Present: University of Pennsylvania along with Children's

Hospital of Philadelphia Internship:

Research genetic tools that predict who will have a rejection post-

transplant.

Abstract medical information and useful data from past medical journals.

Work alongside Doctors and assist in the development of such genetic tool.

Prepare excel sheet for data analysis and review.

Aug. '06- April '13: Walgreens Retail Store, Mt Ephraim, NJ

Pharmacy Technician/Photo Technician

Over 500 hours clocked as Pharmacy Technician

Type, Fill, and Verify Prescriptions brought in by customers

Consult patients with information pertaining to over-the-counter

medications along with

Prescriptions medication

July.'12-Sept.'12: Summit Nursing/Conversion Technologies International,

Inc.

Medical Transcription Technician

Enter physician written patient data into data

Work with various private practice physicians to convert written patient

profiles into a

Computerized database

Review and decipher patient profiles

Aug. '10- Jan.'11: Research Assistant

Worked alongside Chemistry PhD student, Dr. Rajesh Madathingal.

Helping clean instruments, calibrating equipment, collect data, write

reports and anything else needed for experiments being conducted.

Aug '08-Present: Extensive Laboratory Experience

Have worked in a Laboratory setting and experience using laboratory

equipment

In classes such as Genetics, Cellular Structure and Function, Organic

chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology and more

PERSONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS/LEADERSHIP:

Recipient of Simone Paper Industry Charitable Fund Scholarship Award:

Scholarship awarded to a student displaying academic excellence as well as

giving back to the

Community in the tri-state area

Iota Nu Delta Fraternity, Inc, (Fall 2008)

South Asian Based Fraternity focusing on Community Service, especially

SAMAR Bone Marrow Drive

Student Government Rep, Social Chair (Spring 2009), Treasurer (Fall 2011),

Director of

Intake (Spring 2010), Regional Director of Intake (Fall 2011-Present)

Iota Nu Delta New Member Educator of the Year 2009-2010

Indian Student Association at Temple (ISAT): 2011-Present

National Honors Society (Dec. 2006 -Present)

R.A.N.A (Rajasthani Association of North America): Member

Temple University Club Basketball: Member

Indian student Association at Temple (ISAT): Social Chair

References upon Request

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