Experience

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  Solaris Diagnostics

  • United States
  • Hospitals and Health Care
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Lab Supervisor

    • Mar 2019 - Oct 2020

    Supervised a team of lab scientists ensuring patient samples are properly extracted for the respective tests, data analyzed properly and resulted out accurately and in a timely manner.Evaluated and documented performance of lab scientists.Mentored and trained new employees on protocols adhering to regulations. Validated new process and protocols.Verified the test procedures performed and established laboratory’s test performance characteristics, including precision and accuracy of each test and test system.Analyzed proficiency samples and reported within the deadlines.Established a quality control program appropriate for the testing performed and established the parameters for acceptable levels of analytic performance and ensured that these levels are maintained throughout the entire testing process from the initial receipt of the specimen, through sample analysis and reporting of test results.Resolved technical problems and ensured that remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviated from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.Managed and ran the lab – Stored, maintained and updated inventory of lab materials.Prepared reagent stocks vital for assay.

  • Lab Scientist

    • Jan 2018 - Mar 2019

    Performed clinical laboratory testing on human body fluids for different disease panels using qPCR techniques; adhering to CLIA regulations and HIPAA standards. Spearheaded quality control assays and validation of process and instruments. Updated SOP’s as required. Mentored and trained new employees on protocols adhering to regulations.

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  Cal Laboratory

  • Nicholasville, Kentucky

  • Senior Scientist I

    • Feb 2017 - Jan 2018
    • Nicholasville, Kentucky

    Performed clinical laboratory testing on human body fluids adhering to CLIA and CAP regulations.

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  University of New Haven

  • West Haven, CT

  • Researcher

    • Sep 2016 - Jan 2017
    • West Haven, CT

    Performed antibiotic resistance studies on Borrelia burgdoferi, the Lyme disease bacteria using cellular and molecular biology methods such as PCR, Live/Dead analysis, viability assays and different microscopic techniques.

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  University of New Haven

  • West Haven, CT

  • Teaching Assistant - Biochemistry

    • Jan 2015 - May 2015
    • West Haven, CT

    Prepared reagents for lab experiments, assessed student notebooks, taught lab classes, ordered reagents and laboratory equipments.

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  Emaar Properties

  • Dubai, UAE

  • Commercial Specialist

    • Sep 2013 - Jul 2014
    • Dubai, UAE

    Managed the Facility Management contract process from tender stage to award. Developed, maintained and administered a contract(s) document management system compliant with ISO standard. Provided interface of Emaar to outside service providers, and liaised with these on queries, collation of documents.

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  Demag Cranes & Components ME FZE

  • Dubai, UAE

  • Admin Assistant, Secretary, Sales and Service Administrator

    • Apr 2008 - Jun 2012
    • Dubai, UAE

    Handled diary management operations and provided secretarial services for the Sales Manager. Provided back office support and coordinated administrative jobs related to Sales and Service. Documentation of enquiries, preparation of files, preparing quotations and dispatching to customers, order and invoice booking. Documentation and upkeep of the project files. Arranged training presentations via live conferencing/meeting while setting up meetings. Coordinated logistics for hotels/flights/rent-a-car during international travel.

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  Asteco Property Management

  • Dubai, UAE

  • Sales Coordinator

    • Apr 2007 - Feb 2008
    • Dubai, UAE

    Maintained records of all purchase / sales documentation for individual and multiple buyers related to the purchase of their property. Dispatched payment reminders, processed and prepared receipts once the payment is received. Updated buyers on the status of their purchase.

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  SNTTA Emir Tours

  • Dubai, UAE

  • Coordinator

    • Mar 2006 - Mar 2007
    • Dubai, UAE

    Coordinated safari-tour related activities and ensured smooth operation within the department such as arranging drivers for safari, giving them the details for the pick-up of clients, placing food orders with the caterers.

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  Saj Flight Catering

  • Bangalore, India

  • Microbiologist & Hygiene Officer

    • Apr 2003 - Apr 2005
    • Bangalore, India

    Conducted microbiological analysis on food prepared for flight catering and ensured that they meet the HACCP standards.

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  Sun Pharmaceuticals

  • Coimbatore, India

  • Medical Representative

    • May 2000 - Mar 2001
    • Coimbatore, India

    Marketed oral drugs related to hypertensive, diabetic and cardiac ailments.