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
Ottawa, ON (On-Site)
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
Vadodara (On-Site)
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
Vadodara (On-Site)
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
Surat (On-Site)
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
Surat, India (On-Site)
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