SARA FATIMA
Kirkland, WA ***** 425-***-**** *************@*****.***
Summary
Dynamic and motivated chemistry graduate with a strong foundation in pharmaceutical research and development. Equipped with hands-on experience in both academic and clinical settings, skilled in research methodologies, data analysis, regulatory compliance, and laboratory techniques. Eager to apply problem- solving skills and interdisciplinary knowledge as a microbiologist or chemist in a collaborative, innovative environment to drive progress in pharmaceutical research, development, and validation. Skills
Laboratory Techniques: UV-Vis, HPLC,
UPLC, FTIR, NMR, pH meters, titrations, TLC,
Karl Fischer titrations, sonicator, autoclave,
centrifuge
Research and analysis: data interpretation,
publication, manuscript preparation, drug
interaction studies
Project management: multitasking, time
management, workflow optimization, and
meeting deadlines
Communication: public speaking, teamwork,
collaborative research, active listening
Software Proficiency: Microsoft Office, D2L
Brightspace
08/2022 to 08/2024
Commerce, TX
08/2022 to 05/2024
Commerce, TX
06/2018 to 08/2021
Hyderabad, India
Experience
Graduate Research Assistant
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Conducted research on pyrimidine ribonucleoside salvage metabolism in Pseudomonas putida. Performed enzyme assays and data collection under various experimental conditions, utilizing advanced laboratory equipment.
Presented research findings at departmental seminars and assisted in manuscript preparation for peer-reviewed journals.
Mentored undergraduate students in lab techniques and data analysis. Analyzed data to assist professors with various projects. Graduate Teaching Assistant
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Instructed undergraduate chemistry labs, assisting in course delivery, grading, and student mentorship.
Ensured lab safety and supervised students in hands-on experiments with various analytical instruments.
Facilitated virtual labs, adapting to D2L Brightspace, to deliver remote learning content. Attended departmental meetings to discuss teaching strategies and methods. Clinical Pharmacist
Shopping Point Medical & General Store
Provided drug information and therapy consultations to patients and medical staff, supporting evidence-based pharmaceutical care.
Monitored patient outcomes and optimized drug therapies, contributing to improved healthcare delivery.
Reviewed patient medical records for drug allergies, interactions, and contraindications to ensure safe medication use.
Evaluated new prescription orders for accuracy and completeness before dispensing medications. 04/2014 to 05/2018
Hyderabad, India
02/2012 to 03/2014
Hyderabad, India
Assistant Professor
Deccan School of Pharmacy
Led Pharm.D. courses, developed instructional materials, administered exams, and designed curriculum assessments.
Trained students in pharmacology, therapeutics, and clinical pharmacy, enhancing their academic and practical knowledge.
Reviewed scholarly articles for publication in journals. Clinical Pharmacy Intern
Deccan School of Pharmacy
Conducted medication history interviews, monitored drug therapies, and provided patient counseling on safe drug use.
Participated in ward rounds, contributing to clinical decision-making processes. Assisted in preparing medications by counting, pouring, labeling and verifying doses. 08/2024
Commerce, TX
05/2014
Hyderabad, India
Education and Training
Master of Science: Chemistry
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Research: Pyrimidine Ribonucleoside Salvage Metabolism in Pseudomonas putida Doctor of Pharmacy: Pharmacology
Jawaharlal Nehru Tech University
Publications
Surgical site infections in the department of general surgery and surgical gastroenterology in teaching hospital: A prospective study. (05/2017, Deccan school of pharmacy) Dr. radha krishna. k*, Sumaya fatima, Shafia fatima, Syed Ibaduddin taqui, Sara Fatima. IJPPR 2016, vol 9(2). Prescription pattern and cost of illness of inflammatory bowl disease in a tertiary care hospital.
(05/2017, Deccan school of pharmacy) Mirza Misbah Ali baig, Sara Fatima, Mehruq fatima, Shaheda Siddiqui, Syed Amir Ali, Md. Noman ilyas International Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical sciences, 2017, vol 9, (1):44-47.
A study on prescription patterns and impact of patient counselling in Rheumatoid arthritis. (04/2017, Deccan school of pharmacy) Sara fatima*, Mazharuddin Ali khan, Akbar basha, Sadiya Mustafavi, Sariya Norene, Seema Tabassum IJCPCR 2018, vol 8(2):77-82. An in-vivo comparative study of cerium toxicity in bulk form and in Nanoparticulate form. (08/2015, Deccan school of pharmacy) Zainab mahveen*, Anusha triuvaipathi, MF Rahman, Sara Fatima IJPSR 2016, Vol 7(3):1050-1069.
Study on Incidence of Adverse Drug Reactions in Hospitalized Patients in a Teaching hospital.
(12/2013, Deccan school of pharmacy) Sara Fatima*, Sobia Noor, Ayesha Fatima, and Huma Fatima Indo American Journal of Pharmaceutical Research,2013, vol 3(10),8194-8200. Awards & Honors
Appreciation of contribution as Evaluator (06/2018) International Pharma conference Appreciation of contribution as Evaluator (04/2017) National Forum of Pharmacy Student's Poster Evaluation (02/2017) Deccan school of pharmacy Survey Award (02/2016) Deccan school of pharmacy
Membership Award (05/2016) Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India High Grade in Academics (05/2013) Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University References
References available upon request.