I am a resourceful, productive, and hard-working researcher with strong analytical and communication skills in setting up apparatus, conducting lab tests, storing, and preparing samples, calibrating devices, and cleaning apparatus along with knowledge of statistical analysis. I have a desire to grow and learn within a highly interdisciplinary group. Strong leadership skills and problem-solving skills are strong assets for my profile.
· Involved in preparing the field, collecting plant samples from field/greenhouse, taking measurements of plant morphological character including length, diameter, breaking strength.
· Receive, sort, clean, and scan seed samples for further investigation,
· Seed germination count, chemical preparation, tissue storage in cold storage/freezer
· Preparing pots, executing harvesting and threshing of seed samples.
· Data entry in software, analyzing data, recording results.
· Assisting other lab members, undergraduate students and post doctoral fellows regarding the molecular protocols followed in Lab and growing practices in green house.
· Conceptualizing and executing research projects according to standardized operating procedures (SOPs).
· Preparing invitro and invivosamples using different solvents for antioxidant assays.
· DNA/RNA isolation/ extractions, Biochemical analysis of samples via spectroscopic techniques such as HPLC, Visible and UV spectroscopes.
· Preparation of media for bacterial cultures and cancer cell lines. Preparing samples for flow cytometry using cancer cells.
· Pharmacological and toxicological investigation of isolated plant compounds.
· Recording detailed test results, compilation of the data and preparing reports using graphs, charts and other modern tools.
· Implementation of statistical tools to the studied parameters.
· Managed administrative duties as assigned including maintenance of records.
· Contributed to scientific reports and presented findings at conferences.
Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Lab Practices
Multitasking
Adaptability
Communication skills
Priority setting skills
Excellent Organizational Skills
Meticulous approach in documentation and record-keeping
Positive outlook
Independent as well as Team Player
Follow Protocols
Time management
Strong Work Ethics
Computer Skills (MS office, SPSS)
· Gold medal in B.Sc. (Hons. School) Botany session 2006-09
· Best Poster Award entitled “Evaluation of bioefficacy of selected isothiocyanates as an anxiolytic agent via: Animal models and insilico approach” at Lovely Professional University 7-8 th April, 2017
· 3rd Best Oral Presentation Award in Two Day National Seminar on Plant and Fungal Diversity : Status And Challenges and Symposium on Plant Ecology, sponsored by University Grant Commission (UGC) under SAP-DRS-I Program, Department of Botany , University of Jammu from March 18-19, 2019.
· Published 13 Research articles (cumulative impact factor ~ 25.00) in peer-reviewed journals.
· Laminar Air Flow
· Rotary vacuum evaporator
· UV/Visible Spectrophotometer
· Cell lines Culturing
· HPLC
· Media Preparations (microbial)
· Electrophoresis
· In vitro sample preparations
· Titration
· In vivo sample preparations
· Gel-Documentation
· Elisa Plate Reader
· BOD Incubator
· Mechanical Shaker