Karthik Gopal

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Objective:

Post-bachelor with strong laboratory skills to secure a position as an analytical chemist/Lab technician in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.

Education:

August 2010 William Paterson University Wayne, NJ

Bachelors in Biology completed an honors senior research in Anuran tadpole Metamorphosis and enzyme linked activation

Relevant coursework: Genetics, General Chemistry, Organic chemistry, Microbiology, Anatomy and Physiology, Pharmacology and Immunology

Laboratory experience:

Chemistry:

Proficient in NMR spectroscopy for sample’s atomic connectivity, mass spectrometry, alkene and alkyne reactions, stereochemistry techniques and experience with aromatic substitution.

Biology:

PCR, RT-PCR, light/fluorescence/transmission microscopy, HPLC methods used to separate liquids as well as CEC and GC method used during secondary phases for gasses. Chromatography experience has been for purification rather than analysis. Proficiency using SAS (statistical software) to compile data for further analysis and presentations.

Work Experience:

05/2011 – 12/2012 Accurate Diagnostic Labs Inc. Edison, NJ

Laboratory Technician (40Hrs)

• Responsible for sampling, testing and analyzing results in biological and life sciences

• Carry out fundamental tests as parts of scientific team

• Tests on bacteria, parasites and other microorganisms

• May work under the medical technologists and other seniors

• Create reports for different tests

• Able to keep record of all patients with their tests

08/2006 – 05/2009 William Paterson University Wayne, NJ

Research Assistant (20Hrs.)

• Oxidative stress during anuran metamorphosis

• Role of peroxisomal enzymes and peroxisome proliferators activated receptors (PPARs) in intestinal remodeling of tadpoles

• Variety of techniques such as RT-PCR, microscopic (light, fluorescent and transmission electron microscopy), high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and biochemical analysis experience.

08/2007 – 03/2009 Chilton Memorial Hospital Pharmacy Pompton Plains, NJ

Pharmacy Technician (25Hsr.)

• Read patient charts and prepare and deliver the medicine to patients

• Technicians may also assemble a 24-hour supply of medicine for every patient

• Making sure all labels and packaging are accurate

• Technicians are responsible for keeping a running inventory of medicines, chemicals, and other supplies used

Internships and Fellowships

Hazardous Material Worker - P.M.K. Environmental Agency

(Internship in 2008 for 3 months)

Description of work: Certification within OSHA is recommended but not required. Identify, remove, package, transport, and dispose of asbestos, radioactive and nuclear waste, arsenic, lead, and mercury-or any materials that typically possess at least one of four characteristics-ignitability, corrosiveness, reactivity, or toxicity. Disposal of waste incorporated usage of several different machines following step-by-step procedures. Once disposed, all machines and equipment must be thoroughly cleaned with a light combination of water and bleach. All glassware is placed inside of the autoclave machine where it is automatically cleaned.

Laboratory Assistant - Johnson & Johnson Co.

(Fellowship Summer of 2007)

Description of work: Primary understudy for Dr. Sagojovic in his study/testing of semi-volatile ingredients in new products of shampoo. My main job was to manipulate the concentrations of various ingredients at different levels to see its effectiveness on rabbits. Results were then placed into the computer (Excel) and then graphed every 36 to 48 hours.

References: Available upon request.