Biotech Research & Process Associate Candidate

JOEL K SENU

Sugar Land, TX 949-***-**** ***********@*****.*** [www.linkedin.com/in/joel-k-senu-40a140218]

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Biotechnology Master’s candidate with hands-on experience in microbial culturing, aseptic techniques, and experimental research. Skilled in data analysis and visualization using JMP and Tableau, with a strong foundation in bioprocessing and quality methodologies like AKTA, IC chromatography, RT PCR, High speed Refrigerated Centrifuge.. Seeking an entry-level role in laboratory research, bioprocessing, or quality control.CERTIFICATIONS & SAFETY TRAINING

General Lab Safety Training University of Houston Environmental Health and Life Safety (EHS)

Biosafety & Bloodborne Pathogens Training University of Houston EHS

TOEFL Train the Trainer Certificate TOEFL (2024)

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Biotechnology University of Houston 2025 – Present

GPA: 3.310

Relevant Coursework: Molecular Technology, Bioprocessing, Protein Engineering, Health Visualization, Project Management Introduction, Quality Control in Process Improvement (Six Sigma), Lab Safety & Aseptic Protocols.

Bachelor of Technology in Biotechnology Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology 2019 – 2023

GPA: 3.85 / 4.0

TECHNICAL & DATA SKILLS

Biotech Lab Skills: Spore Preparation, Mycelium/Microbial Culturing, Aseptic Workflow, Sterile Techniques, Bio stimulant Analysis, CO Monitoring Systems.

Data Analytics & Visualization: JMP, Tableau, Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, Data Modeling).

Methodologies: Six Sigma (PFMEA, 5 Whys, Process Mapping), Experimental Design, Data Documentation.

Software: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

RESEARCH & PROJECTS

Research Assistant University of Houston Feb 2025 – Sep 2025

Microbial Cultivation & Prep: Cultured and monitored mycelium growth under varying bio stimulant conditions; specialized in the preparation and handling of spores for experimental inoculation.

Quality Assurance: Maintained 100% contamination-free cultures through strict adherence to aseptic workflows and lab safety practices.

Data Management: Systematically organized experimental growth data and documented results in structured lab records using JMP for data integrity.

Outreach & Mentorship: Managed outreach for a high school research camp (100+ candidates) and mentored students under the USDA UBEAM project.

Undergraduate Project Sathyabama Institute 2023

Enzyme Formulation: Studied enzyme activity (cellulase/amylase) to accelerate vegetable waste composting.

Analysis: Monitored pH, C:N ratios, and moisture to synthesize nutrient-rich compost.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Language Trainer Christ Academy (Kerala, India) Jan 2024 – April 2024

Instructional Leadership: Trained 400+ students for high-stakes examinations (IELTS, PTE, TOEFL).

Business Development: Developed a systematic marketing program that successfully increased quarterly income from 27% to 35%.

Language Trainer Texas Review (Kerala, India) Sep 2023 – Dec 2023

Program Management: Delivered intensive English proficiency training for nearly 100 candidates with a consistently high success rate.

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