NAINA LILLY ZACHARIAH
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West Lafayette, IN 47906 765-***-****
EDUCATION
College of Pharmacy, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN May 2015
Bachelors of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Minors: Biological Sciences, Biotechnology
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Undergraduate student researcher, Purdue Industrial and Physical Pharmacy (IPPH), College of Pharmacy, West Lafayette, IN
Dr. Lynne Taylor August 2014 - Present
Improved stabilization of amorphous solid dispersions through rational polymer selection
Utilized novel polymers to stabilize amorphous solids and improved stabilization of supersaturated solutions
Dr. Yoon Yeo January 2014 - May 2014
Evaluated diverse bio-inspired versatile coating materials for functionalization of polymeric nanoparticles for tumor
drug delivery
Dr. Rodolfo Pinal August 2012 - December 2013
Synthesized and tested protein films for capsules, to deter mine the rate of decomposition
Utilized prefabricated working parts for dosage form design and a ssembly using 3D Integrated Pharmaceuticals Project
Developed a once daily platform for in -vivo testing of a blood glucose controlling compound for the Prefabricated, film
based dosage forms project
WORK EXPERIENCE
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, College of Pharmacy, West Lafayette, IN January 2015-Present
Provided technical assistance to first year professional students in various methods involved in efficient tablet
formulation
Collaborated with the professor to structure the course in order to enhance student learning
Student Server, Purdue Dining and Catering Services, West Lafayette, IN May 2014 – Present
Enhanced customer service experience through catering and bartending at private events
Student Clerk, College of Health and Human Sciences, West Lafayette, IN May 2014 - July 2014
Supervised, counterchecked and verified the accounts within the HTM department
Analyzed and approved biweekly expense and pay statements
Assisted office staff with incoming graduate student documents and paperwork
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
BSPS Oversight Committee August 2014 - Present
Oversee curriculum and academic changes with committee members comprising of the Dean and faculty in the College
of Pharmacy, to enhance the program in both success and sustainability
Panel Speaker for IPPH 100 August 2014 - Present
Mentor newly admitted BSPS students and represent the program in terms of both opportunity and student
satisfaction
Purdue Roobaroo, Co-founder and Manager January 2012 - Present
Recruited and managed a new competitive fusion dance team of 22 members
Completed logistics for competitions and secured sponsorships
International Students and Scholars, Ambassador August 2011 - Present
Assisted incoming students with applications and clear queries regarding the College of Science and College Pharmacy
Purdue Latin and Ballroom Dance Team January 2011-May 2013
Competed on the National team for Purdue in Bronze and Silver Levels
Purdue Pharmacy Ambassador August 2011 - May 2012
Conducted School of Pharmacy tours to prospective students and helped answer concerns regarding the program
SKILLS
Languages: Fluent in English, Hindi, Malayalam, Knowledgeable in Arabic
Technical: MS word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, Access, MATLAB