Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
References
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Timeline

Arvind Pandey

Philadelphia,USA

Summary

Driven and detail-oriented biotechnology professional with extensive expertise in cell and molecular biology. Demonstrated success in laboratory management, quality assurance, and team leadership. Proficient in advanced cellular techniques and operational processes, leading to improved lab efficiency and goal attainment. Committed to leveraging technical and managerial skills to contribute to innovative biotechnology projects.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Trainee

Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB)
  • Conducted research on miRNA-mediated development in Drosophila melanogaster
  • Mastered molecular biology techniques including qPCR, Western blotting, and flow cytometry
  • Explored miRNA regulation in longevity, development, and reproduction in Drosophila

Lab Manager

STGenetics
01.2023 - Current
  • Manage lab operations to ensure seamless functionality and optimal productivity
  • Develop and execute strategies to meet annual targets for specimen production and delivery
  • Implement and monitor rigorous quality assurance protocols
  • Lead onboarding and training for new team members
  • Represent the lab at seminars, workshops, and client engagements, fostering relationships with government and international stakeholders
  • Prepare and present comprehensive annual reports to the leadership team in Texas, USA

Assistant Lab Manager

STGenetics
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Supported the Lab Manager in overseeing daily lab operations
  • Spearheaded the achievement of annual specimen production targets with a focus on quality
  • Conducted specialized training in cell sorting and quality assurance for team members
  • Acted as the lab's liaison in national and international events, enhancing its visibility
  • Ensured timely reporting and coordination with the Texas office for operational alignment

Senior Lab Technician

STGenetics
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Conducted advanced cell sorting processes after training at the Texas headquarters
  • Contributed to establishing new lab branches in India
  • Managed critical lab inventory to ensure uninterrupted operations

Lab Technician

STGenetics
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Assisted in cell sorting and quality control activities
  • Ensured compliance with laboratory protocols

Lab Technician

AgriLife
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Maintained bacterial cultures for fermentation and downstream processing
  • Gained expertise in industrial fermentation, quality assurance, and fertilizer production

Education

Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Biotechnology

School of Bio Sciences and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT)
01.2015
  • Thesis Advisor: Dr. Malay Saha, ICMR NICED, Kolkata, India
  • Thesis Title: Effects of HIV Blood Sample Procedures on Measurable Antibody Titres
  • Summary: Investigated environmental factors influencing antibody titres in HIV samples to optimize sample collection methods and improve diagnostic accuracy.

Skills

  • Quality assurance
  • Operational efficiency
  • Annual reporting
  • Stakeholder management
  • Cell sorting
  • Protein expression and purification
  • QRT-PCR
  • Western blotting
  • Immunofluorescence
  • Flow cytometry
  • Fluorescent microscopy
  • Confocal microscopy
  • Inverted microscopy
  • Mammalian culture
  • Bacterial culture
  • Drosophila melanogaster culturing
  • Drosophila melanogaster dissection
  • MiRNA studies
  • Technical report writing
  • Data interpretation
  • Experimental design
  • Ethical considerations
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Team collaboration
  • Data entry
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Task prioritization
  • Work prioritization
  • Analytical thinking
  • Administrative support
  • Specimen preparation
  • Data analysis
  • Data processing
  • Results analysis
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Report writing
  • Creating presentations
  • Project planning
  • Recordkeeping
  • Technical support
  • Project Support
  • Team interaction
  • Lab equipment operation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Presentation preparation
  • Deadline driven
  • Teamwork
  • Lab safety protocols
  • Laboratory management
  • Quality controls
  • Facilities oversight
  • Employee supervision
  • Sample processing
  • Laboratory safety
  • Goal setting
  • Customer relationship management
  • Employee coaching and mentoring
  • Hiring and training
  • Schedule management
  • Staff management
  • Problem resolution
  • Onboarding and orientation
  • Good judgment
  • Strategic planning
  • Technical proficiency
  • Performance evaluations
  • Shift scheduling

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 10 staff members.
  • Achieved a target of delivering an yearly dose of 0.2 million samples of sex-sorted semen by managing the team and troubleshooting all obstacles of low sperm survival rate and environmental implications on semen quality of cattles.
  • Achieved a yearly target through effectively helping the team with production.

References

  • Dr. Kavitha Thirumurugan, Professor, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India, m.kavitha@vit.ac.in
  • Dr. Malay Saha, Scientist 'F', ICMR NICED, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, saha.niced@icmr.gov.in

Languages

English
Professional Working
Hindi
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Lab Manager - STGenetics
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Lab Manager - STGenetics
01.2021 - 01.2023
Senior Lab Technician - STGenetics
01.2019 - 01.2021
Lab Technician - STGenetics
01.2018 - 01.2019
Lab Technician - AgriLife
01.2016 - 01.2018
Research Trainee - Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB)
School of Bio Sciences and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) - Master of Science (M.Sc.), Biotechnology

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