Karishma Bulleeraz

Work History

CMBTC

Winnipeg, Manitoba

09.2021 - 12.2021

Collaborated with a team of four to assess barley quality of 800+ samples, in compliance with established SOPs.
Completed quantitative analysis of starch, moisture, protein, and α-amylase in 500+ barley samples using FTIR, UV-Vis spectrophotometry, GC and RVA.
Lifted and processed 35+ lbs of barley samples per day for technical analysis, milling and moisture content assessment.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Multitasked in a fast-paced environment and developed new sample organizational system to meet deadlines.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

PTI Transformers LP

Winnipeg, Manitoba

01.2021 - 08.2021

Operated Zeiss Imager.M2 and Axio Zoom.V16 microscopes for trace contamination detection while working under minimal supervision.
Applied image processing, image analysis and particle analysis on 100+ insulation samples.
Wrote and revised SOPs, research reports, review reports and summary reports as well as conducted literature reviews for R&D Management and QA department.
Accurately calibrated, operated, and maintained laboratory equipment to ensure optimal precision; updated over 50 sets of data onto LIMS.
Analyzed test data and presented findings using charts and graphs.
Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
Researched new methods and techniques to improve laboratory procedures.
Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.

University of Manitoba

Winnipeg, Manitoba

09.2020 - 12.2020

Assisted professor in the laboratory by supervising 14 students in the lab to ensure compliance to Covid-19 safety protocols and health & safety protocols.
Helped developed and lead laboratory experiments.
Provided guidance to students on projects and coursework.
Maintained a engaging and respectful lab educational environment by promoting discipline, cooperation, effective communication, active listening, and critical thinking.

University of Manitoba

Winnipeg, Manitoba

05.2020 - 08.2020

Designed an electrochemical experiment (cyclic voltammetry) procedure for a chemistry laboratory course, through consistent research and careful experimentation.
Performed statistical and quantitative analysis.
Developed research protocols and procedures to produce accurate results.
Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
Analyzed results using analytical software such as Origin and created reports.
Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
Created and edited videos using iMovie and CorelDraw to assist professor for online teaching.