Nayaab Khadija

*****, ********** **, *******, ** 94541 510-***-**** ad3xog@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

Seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity in the biology and research fields. Eager to work with an organization of repute which recognizes and utilizes my competency while providing learning opportunities for growth and improvement, especially with my technical skills. Organizational Experience

THE CLOROX COMPANY, PLEASANTON, CA

Stability Technician March 2023 – September 2023

Chemistry:

• Running compatibility tests of competitor and Clorox formulations (citric acid/bleach/hydrogen peroxide/quat-based) using an automated robot, to determine aesthetic and residue effects on various surfaces (plastics, steel, aluminum etc.).

• Batching of various formulations for different studies (dye/fragrance stability, client requests, business presentations/meetings etc.) as per the scientist’s requirement.

• Preparation and Liquid Release Profile Testing of various Clorox and competitor wipe formulations with different loading ratios using a PAT (Pressure Assist Table).

• Wetness mileage testing of Clorox and competitor wipes for use by healthcare and sales departments.

• Assisted and demonstrated working of CPro’s “409” product at the CloroxPro All-Hands meeting.

• Recording, documentation of results and communication with respective scientists and departments. Microbiology:

• Micro-efficacy qualitative testing of quat-based wipe formulations with a 45s contact-time against S.aureus – BSL 2 certified (culture and subculturing on TSA, MSA and Blood Agar; streak and spread plating, media prep and autoclaving).

• Recording and documentation of results and reporting to various scientists and managers with attention to detail, while maintaining deadlines and communicating delays; experience working with CISPro.

Presented the Gray Award for work and recognition at the end of the fiscal year. CARGILL SALT, NEWARK, CA

Lab Technician III August 2021 – August 2022

Same responsibilities as mentioned below. In addition, routine sampling of refined salts of various cuts – food and non-food grade for compliance with standards of food/feed safety and quality as per Cargill/customer requirements. Experience with SAP to clear or block products for sale/shipment. Lab Technician III August 2020 – January 2021

Same responsibilities as mentioned below. In addition, supports senior members with organizing and presenting customer complaints/quality notifications across teams for corrective actions; reviews COAs of incoming raw material for compliance with company/customer requirements. With aid, manages inventory of lab/testing supplies. FSQR Associate September 2018 – December 2019

Salt: Routine sampling and testing of raw salt, solar brine, bittern, mixed sea salts for compliance with regulatory and quality standards per Cargill/customer requirements. Supports senior team members with design and execution of routine lab trials and troubleshooting activities, monitors control systems to comply with regulatory requirements

(e.g., SOPs, GLPs, non-compliance response/follow-up). Inspects food and non-food grade areas. Accurate documentation of work and reporting of data within and across teams/departments. BERKELEY FARMS, HAYWARD, CA April 2016 – June 2018 QA/QC Lab Technician

Dairy & Beverage: Acidity titration of raw/pasteurized milk and drinks, fat estimation of milk (FTIR). Microbiological and chemical inspection (freezing point depression/water activity) of raw and finished dairy products, juices and raw materials. Antibiotic testing of raw milk with state certification. Adhering to food safety, quality system and GMP regulations as per regulatory and SQF demands.

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Student Internship

St. Joseph’s Postgraduate and Research Centre, Bangalore, India. June 2014 – July 2015 Project: Isolation of H. pylori from domestic water supply in Bangalore city Project funded by the UGC (University Grants Commission). Isolated, enumerated and Gram stained H. pylori from water samples collected in the city. Prepared questionnaire for water supply, storage, quality etc. of collected samples. Recorded observations and findings.

St. Josephs College of Arts & Science, Bangalore, India. June 2013 – April 2014

Project: Microbiology of Tobacco and its possible links to Onco-Pathology Preparation, plating of tobacco samples for bacteria and fungi, enumeration and Gram's staining. Conducted a market survey for tobacco products, reviewed papers related to head, neck and oral cancers. Documented findings and submitted subsequent written reports.

Education:

Masters in Microbiology, 2014-2015 (1 year), St. Joseph’s PG and Research Centre, Bangalore, India. Bachelors in Microbiology, Chemistry & Zoology 2011-2014, St. Joseph’s College of Arts & Science, Bangalore, India.

Bishop Cotton’s Women’s Christian College, Pre-University, 2009 -2011 (12th Grade), Bangalore, India. Bishop Cotton’s Girls High School, 1997-2009 (10th Grade), Bangalore, India. Skills:

Competent in following laboratory protocols with the ability to ensure safety and document results.

· Wet Chemistry Techniques: Titrations, pH, basic Gravimetric Analysis, Vacuum Filtration, FTIR Analysis

· Microbial Techniques: Media preparation, aseptic transfer techniques, CFU/viability plating and cell counting, simple & differential staining techniques for bacteria and fungi, isolation from air, soil and water.

· Molecular Biology: Isolation of DNA (genomic and plasmid) and RNA, SDS-PAGE, PCR, restriction digestion, ligation.

· Good communication skills with management/department, adaptive and flexible, eager to learn with willingness to follow assignments through to completion. Realistic worker with the ability to achieve objectives consistently. Competent in MS Suite, Google Docs and Slides. Some experience with SAP and CISPro.