Personal Statement

o A dynamic professional with over 2.5 years of rich experience in lab

operations and research. Highly motivated postgraduate from the

University of Leicester, UK in Molecular Pathology and Toxicology with

the ability to work in a fast paced team environment. Proven expertise in

molecular, immunological and analytical skills and able to work

independently with strong interpersonal and transferable skills.

Skills Summary

o Experience in techniques such as

- HPLC and Mass Spectrometric techniques

- Molecular genetics and Recombinant DNA techniques

DNA and RNA extraction, Molecular cloning and sub cloning, Real time

and various gel based PCR, RAPD, RFLP, agarose gel electrophoresis,

DNA sequencing and handling high throughput auto analysers such as

COBAS Taqman and Amplicor

- Macromolecular Blotting, Probing and Immunoassays

Southern and Western blotting, in situ hybridization, Immuno

fluorescence, ELISA, Immunoslot and dot blot

- Protein Purification techniques

TLC and other chromatographic techniques and SDS PAGE

o Team player with strong analytical, leadership, clinical interpretation &

organisational abilities

o Demonstrated the ability to integrate in different cultures by

undertaking work experience and volunteering

o Developed excellent communication skills by interacting with people from

different walks of life and by delivering group and individual

presentations

o Proficient in MS Office, Basics of Bioinformatics, genome databases,

genomic and proteomics tools, primer designing and statistical softwares

Professional Experience

Technical Support and Product Management:

- Provided technical/application support for different technologies

including molecular, hematological and microbiological assays and

instruments

- Ensured prompt resolution of customer queries by telephonic and on-

site troubleshooting

- Supported the Sales and Marketing teams to maximise business

opportunities and to minimise technical complaints

- Monitored competition presence and activities in the market and

proposed measures for improving the product range

- Conducted comprehensive customer training on their assays and

instrumentations

- Facilitated to identify best ways to develop and maintain strong

relationship with customers

Research:

- Performed microbiological and molecular biological techniques

including DNA amplification, sub cloning of DNA constructs

- Executed series of experiments to collect results and data

- Standardised protocols for various molecular techniques

- Participated in developing new strategies to accelerate

processes/activities in the lab

- Facilitated in maintaining records of ongoing laboratory projects

- Contributed towards maintenance of laboratory equipments and ensured

Good Lab Practices

Laboratory Operations:

- Handled and processed blood, body fluids and other clinical specimens

- Facilitated to coordinate and performed routine/ specialised tests

within TAT as per defined Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

- Analysed internal and external QA specimens and maintained records of

all reports as per QA guidelines

- Monitored critical / abnormal findings which required further

escalation

- Maintained appropriate storage of specimens as per standard operating

procedure

- Ensured compliance to laboratory safety precautions whilst handling

clinical specimens and performing tests

Employment History

o Product Manager

February 2014 - August 2014

Suyog Diagnostics Private Ltd, India

o Research Assistant

June 2013 - December 2013

Saf Labs Private Ltd, India

o Scientific Officer

January 2010 - August 2011

Super Religare Laboratories Ltd, India

Education Qualification

o MSc Molecular Pathology and Toxicology

University of Leicester, 2012

Research project: Development of mass spectrometric and immunoassay

methods for the determination of the epigenetic modification 5-

hydroxymethyl-2'-deoxycytidine in genomic DNA

o MSc Biochemistry Padmashree Dr. D. Y. Patil

University, 2009

Research project: Standardization of paper chromatography method for

screening of inborn errors of amino acid metabolism

o BSc Microbiology University of Mumbai,

2006

Achievements

o Received scholarship from Aga Khan Foundation, Geneva (CAD 35,450) as a

part of International Scholarship Program

o Received performance scholarships during masters program from Dr. D. Y.

Patil University, India

o Participated in NABL, CAP and ISO audits at Super Religare

Laboratories Ltd, India

Volunteering Experience

o Volunteered for FOCUS Humanitarian Assistance during Maharashtra floods,

India

o Local Committee member for Aga Khan Social Welfare and Development

Committee, India - 3 years

o Local Committee member for Aga Khan Education Committee, India - 1 year

o Volunteer of Ismaili Volunteers Corp, UK

References

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