Amrita Ray
Food Scientist
Fargo,ND
Summary
Organized and motivated Food Scientist eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments including R&D. Analytical professional with technical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in data-driven environments. Tackles challenges with positivity and drive to overcome. Works great alone or with others and consistently exceeds expectations. Skilled leader, planner and problem-solver with 10 years experience in food science research. Known for excellent attention to detail and great work ethic.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Milling Specialist
Northern Crops Institute-North Dakota State University
Fargo, USA
01.2022 - Current
- Stone milling operation of cereal and pulses –Processing and product application
- Flour & semolina milling
- Generated reports to track performance metrics of team members.
- Created training materials for in-person and on-demand course
- Grant writing
Doctoral Research Fellow
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute
02.2016 - 06.2022
- Fractionation of Quinoa using Roller Milling< processing of amaranth, proso millet, chickpea, barley
- Product development, shelf life study
Project Assistant
CSIR - Central Food Technological Research Institute
05.2015 - 01.2016
- Purification and crystallization of commercial palm jaggery
- Beverage production, spray drying, encapsulation
Research Fellow
University of Mysore
05.2014 - 04.2015
- Bio-accessibility and gut mimicking digestibility studies on protein and starch, protein assay
- Product development- Indian flat bread
Project Assistant
CSIR - Central Food Technological Research Institute
08.2013 - 04.2014
- Utilization of natural preservatives for shelf-life extension
- Predicted GI and starch profile
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Food Science & Technology
CSIR-CFTRI
Master of Science - Food & Nutrition
University of Calcutta
Bachelor of Science - Food & Nutrition
University of Calcutta
Skills
Grain and cereal processing, milling, whole & refined flour, semolina milling
Rheological instrument proficiency: Farinograph, Extensograph, Visco- amylograph, Rheometer
Product and process innovation focusing sustainability, development of process parameters and prototypes: Bakery, gluten free and soy product
Sensory evaluation and texture profile for various food from bakery categories
Food safety & HACCP, packaging and shelf life evaluation
Ingredient scouting, purchasing, processing method development, product information
Experimental design, cost saving formulation, technical support and project management
Advising food manufacturing unit with technical trouble shooting, packaging, sales and marketing, business continuity
Leadership quality, resilience, collaborative initiatives, problem-solving nature, great work ethics, communication and interpersonal skills
Additional Information
Principal Investigator
Development of pilot milling operations and product application for lentils. Specialty Crop Block Grant -USDA. Grant: $20,912
Co-Principal Investigator
Development of lentil-based food products and investigating their physical, chemical, nutritional, and sensory properties. Specialty Crop Block Grant -USDA. Grant: $ 24,852
TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPED
- Targeted Quinoa germ extraction using roller milling, 2021
- Process for micronutrient fortification of semolina/broken wheat/ instant breakfast mixes, 2022
Affiliations
- Secretary, Product Development Division, IFT
- Member, Carbohydrate Division, IFT
- Life Member, Association of Food Scientists & Technologists
Work Availability
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Quote
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Timeline
Milling Specialist
Northern Crops Institute-North Dakota State University
01.2022 - Current
Doctoral Research Fellow
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute
02.2016 - 06.2022
Project Assistant
CSIR - Central Food Technological Research Institute
05.2015 - 01.2016
Research Fellow
University of Mysore
05.2014 - 04.2015
Project Assistant
CSIR - Central Food Technological Research Institute
08.2013 - 04.2014
Doctor of Philosophy - Food Science & Technology
CSIR-CFTRI
Master of Science - Food & Nutrition
University of Calcutta
Bachelor of Science - Food & Nutrition
University of Calcutta
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