Nimisha Patel
Ottawa
Summary
Experienced Quality Control Analyst with demonstrated track record of improving products and procedures by leveraging hands-on inspections, testing methods and data analysis. Applies excellent attention to detail and critical reasoning to successfully conduct experiments. Meticulous and analytical Researcher with more than 2 years of educational and hands-on experience in molecular biology. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Technician
Siemens Healthineers
01.2021 - Current
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Recorded and organized test data for report generation ans analysis.
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures and equipment logbooks.
- Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
- Liaised between quality control and other departments providing updates and consultations.
- Documented and executed detailed test plans and test cases and summarized and logged audit findings for reporting purposes.
- Conducted investigations into questionable test results.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipments.
Research Associate
Sumandeep Vidyapeeth
10.2016 - 05.2018
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts.
- Developed research proposals, identified research objectives and created research plans.
- Helped team meet regulatory requirements by coordinating documentation and filings.
- Distilled large amounts of information and produced reports, spreadsheets and documents outlining key details.
- Set up equipment, organized inventory and maintained facilities.
- Performed extraction of DNA and RNA followed by PCR and RT-PCR.
- Presented the changes made in laboratory procedure and other administrative work during regular meetings, taken feedback and met the deadlines.
Senior Research Fellow
The Maharaja Sayajirao University Of Baroda
07.2014 - 03.2015
- Followed best practices and scientific protocol to reach defensible conclusions based on solid evidence.
- Applied research technique to determine effectiveness Poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase-1 (PARP-1) in DNA repair and cell death in Dictyostelium discoideum.
- Designed the primer for PARP-1.
- Performed plasmid DNA isolation from bacterial culture under biosafety environment (BSL-1).
- Standardized the procedure for restriction digestion of plasmid DNA and cloning in the vector.
Senior Lab Technician
Shree Nath Gene Lab Private Limited
01.2013 - 03.2014
- Maintained accurate files and entered test results into computer system.
- Sterilized and stored testing equipment and tools according regulations and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Operated specialized equipments such as QIAcube and QIAsymphony for nucleic acid and protein extraction.
- Conducted weekly lab inventory and fulfilled stock of materials such as centrifuge tubes; pipette tips; DNA, RNA extraction kits to prevent delays.
- Minimized lab accidents by adhering to safe work practices and procedures.
- Performed extraction and purification of DNA, RNA from blood, serum, and plasma; performed DNA extraction and purification from menstrual blood, sputum, cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) and various biological samples (Manual, kit based and automated) under biosafety environment (BSL-2).
- Performed PCR and RT-PCR on clinical samples to diagnose viral infection for HIV, HBV, HPV and CMV.
- Performed Conventional PCR study and gel-based detection test like JAK-2 mutation.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
Lab Assistant
Samarth Clinical Laboratory
07.2012 - 10.2012
- Assisted with support duties such as filling products, labeling products, testing samples and taking inventory.
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
- Conducted blood and urine pathology tests and blood culture procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University, Mehsana
Mehsana, Gujarat05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, Gujar
Surat, Gujarat05.2010
Skills
- Report Preparation
- Compliance with GMPs
- Specifications Knowledge of statistical software
- Nucleic acid and protein extraction,identification and analysis
- PCR and RT-PCR
- Chromatography
- Data analysis
- Laboratory equipment maintenance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Publications
• Ravi Patel, Akash Vanzara, Nimisha Patel, Ajit Vasava, Sachin Patil and Kishore Rajput: Discovery of fungal metabolites Bergenin, Quercitrin and Dihydroartemisinin as potential inhibitors against main protease of SARS- CoV-2. Coronaviruses, 2021, Vol. 2, No. 0.
• Akash Vanzara, Ravi Patel, Amisha Patel, Nimisha Patel, Kapil Yadav and Padmanabhi Nagar: Liquiritin from Glycirrhyza Glabra L (Fabaceae) – a Natura Derived Drug, as a Potential Inhibitor for SARS-CoV-2. International Journal for Research in Applied Science & Engineering Technology, 2022, Vol. 10, Issue 8.
Timeline
Quality Control Technician
Siemens Healthineers
01.2021 - Current
Research Associate
Sumandeep Vidyapeeth
10.2016 - 05.2018
Senior Research Fellow
The Maharaja Sayajirao University Of Baroda
07.2014 - 03.2015
Senior Lab Technician
Shree Nath Gene Lab Private Limited
01.2013 - 03.2014
Lab Assistant
Samarth Clinical Laboratory
07.2012 - 10.2012
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University, Mehsana
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, Gujar
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