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Simran Colvin

Boston,MA

Summary

Motivated and enthusiastic analyst specializing in biology and cognitive neuroscience. Diverse academic background and hands-on lab experience designing and conducting experiments. Skilled in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and experimental design. Eager to contribute to cutting-edge research endeavors and pursue independent research opportunities within a collaborative environment. Showcasing a creative and rational problem-solving approach and transparent and honest communication. Seeking a research role in the biotech sector to contribute to significant scientific advancements. Knowledgeable about research areas and study procedures. Enthusiastic about setting up and carrying out a wide array of studies. Diligent, industrious, and efficient in handling minute details with methodical approaches.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Analyst II

BioAgilytix
10.2023 - Current
  • Closely work with scientists for immunogenicity assay development, validation and sample testing for given projects.
  • Conduct MSD, ELISA and other immunogenicity assays independently, troubleshoot as needed.
  • Assist in development of experimental design for new projects, along with discussions for the best way to implement new assay development.
  • Collaborate with other functional groups to generate data for sample testing for clients.
  • Prepare detailed reports of sample analysis, method SOPs and assay worksheets.
  • Validate incoming data from transfer projects and take over project leadership to lead to complete validation and sample testing if needed.
  • Conduct comprehensive literature reviews and research for development of assays, and completion of method SOPs.

Research Associate

Sartorius Stedim North America
10.2022 - Current
  • Conduct cell based potency assays, ELISA, and qPCR in compliance with GxP standards
  • Maintain cell lines and prepare client samples for custom binding and functional assays
  • Contribute to and provide input towards development of assays
  • Set up equipment, organized inventory and maintained lab areas
  • Helped team meet regulatory requirements by coordinating documentation and filings
  • Conducted ELISA, and CDC analyses on regular basis
  • Conducted CD20 assays on MSD plate reader
  • Validated incoming data to check information accuracy and integrity while independently locating and correcting concerns.

Research Associate

Akttyva Therapeutics
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Designed and conducted protein detection and purification assays including ELISA, Gel electrophoresis, and Western Blotting
  • Performed quantitative real-time PCR experiments and DNA/RNA isolation techniques
  • Reviewed past and current literature and applied findings to ongoing projects
  • Set up equipment, organized inventory and maintained facilities
  • Technical Writing Documentation skills Data analysis
  • Distilled large amounts of information and produced reports, spreadsheets and documents outlining key details
  • Completed exhaustive research into protein binding and targets using databases, physical records and digital resources.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Massachusetts - Boston
Boston, MA
05.2022

Skills

  • Literature reviews
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Scientific Writing
  • Project Management
  • Data Interpretation
  • GMP Experience
  • Cell and Tissue Culture
  • Cell based assays
  • Immunogenicity assays
  • Experimental design
  • Western Blotting
  • PCR

Timeline

Research Analyst II

BioAgilytix
10.2023 - Current

Research Associate

Sartorius Stedim North America
10.2022 - Current

Research Associate

Akttyva Therapeutics
07.2022 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Massachusetts - Boston
Simran Colvin