Jaisritha Damavarapu
Woburn,MA
Summary
Proficient Clinical Technologist, highly effective at maximizing productivity by improving team efficiency and key processes. Communicative and empathetic practitioner with a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Prepared to apply 3+ years of experience in the Biomedical Industry, handling the operation of rare and advanced equipment for specimen analysis and research.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Eurofins
Waltham, MA
12.2023 - Current
Conduct testing procedures on human blood samples to detect infectious diseases.
- Tests performed: The Procleix Ultrio Elite Assay, West Nile Virus Testing, Gel cards for ABO/Rh, ELISA via Thunderbolt/ Manual testing, Serological testing, Rapid Plasma Reagin (RPR)screening test, nPOD.
- Proficiently maintained laboratory equipment, minimizing downtime.
- Reagent Preparation and sample preparation.
- Strictly adhered to safety protocols, ensuring a hazard-free working environment as GCP/GLP guidelines.
- Maintained lab records and reports of specimens tested, results, and patient information.
Student Researcher
UMass Lowell
Lowell, MA
01.2023 - 08.2023
Impact Of MFGE8 Mutations On Mammary Cell Function And Milk Volume Reduction Using Cultured Mammary Epithelial Cells (HC11)
• Developed and implemented standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conducted cell culture experiments to mimic mammary cell conditions and study cell behavior.
• Experienced in RNA isolation methods for gene expression analysis.
• Conducted qPCR for quantifying gene expression and molecular analysis.
• Proficient in ELISA for quantifying protein concentrations and biomarker analysis.
• Employed SDS-PAGE for protein separation and molecular weight determination.
• Utilized spectroscopy to analyze nutrient composition and used Mass Spectrometry for protein identification and quantification. • Conducted Western Blotting for protein analysis and detection.
• Skilled in gel electrophoresis techniques for DNA analysis and molecular profiling.
• Conducted MTT assay for assessing cell viability and proliferation.
Student Researcher
SRM Institute Of Science & Technology
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
01.2021 - 08.2021
Molecular Characterization Of Begomoviruses In Chili Plants
• Proficient in isolating DNA from plant samples for molecular analysis.
• Skilled in amplifying specific DNA sequences for genetic analysis with PCR.
• Experience in DNA cloning and sequencing techniques for constructing rDNA molecules to determine the genetic makeup of the virus
• Performed Western Blot assays for the detection of specific viral proteins.
• Conducted chromatography techniques and Native Gel Electrophoresis for protein separation and protein profiling
Education
Master of Science - Applied Biomedical Science
University of Massachusetts - Lowell
Lowell, MA08-2023
Bachelor of Science - Genetic Engineering
SRM Institute of Science And Technology
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India06-2021
Skills
- Time management
- Disease Testing
- Lab Equipment Maintenance
- Chemical Reagent Preparation
- Teamwork
- Supervisory/leadership
- Analysis/problem solving
- Lab safety
- Instrumentation analysis, interpretation, and maintenance
- Presentation and reporting
- Scientific and technical writing
- Method development
- Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
- Project management
- Organizational skills
- Outstanding communication
- Quality control (SPC, inspection, testing) Validation and verification
- Documentation
- Risk management
- Quality assurance (QMS techniques)
- Regulatory compliance (GMP, GLP)
- Blood Testing
- Antibody Serology Test
- Technical proficiency (Microsoft Office)
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Covid-19 Recovery and Treatment Analysis Research Methodology (2020)
Led the recovery and treatment analysis of COVID-19 patients, contributing to the publication of a demonstrative paper. Collaborated seamlessly with a research team and delivered compelling results through persuasive PowerPoint presentations.
- Bio Dye From Vegetable Extracts (Minor Project) (2019)
Spearheaded the development of a sustainable bio-dye, effectively equivalent to artificial dye, with the aim of supporting small-scale farmers and addressing water pollution.
Certification
1. UMass Lowell Environmental & Emergency Management Laboratory Safety Training Certificate (Spring 2023)
2. CITI Programme Certifications (2023)
- IACUC Training for Investigators, Staff, and Students (Valid through 2026)
- Human Research (Curriculum Group), Biomedical Investigators (Valid through 2026)
- Basic Biosafety Training (Curriculum Group), Basic Biosafety Training (Valid through 2026)
- Conflict of Interest (Valid through 2027)
- Good Clinical Practices (GCP) (Valid through 2027)
- Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) (Valid through 2027)
- OSHA Personal protective equipment training (Valid through 2027 )
3. Introduction to Psychology, Yale University, Coursera. (Spring 2021)
4. Industrial Biotechnology, University of Manchester, Coursera. (Spring 2021)
5. Interatomic-Basics and Applications, Moocs (Fall 2020)
6. Bioengineering an Interface with Biology And Medicine, Nptel (National Program On Technology Enhanced Learning. (Fall 2020)
Accomplishments
• Distinguished participation in a Global Internship in Damietta, Egypt - AIESEC Organization as a health safety management trainer for local high school students. (Jun 2019 – Jul 2019)
• Demonstrated leadership in the Genetic Counselling Conference held by Madras Medical Mission Hospital (Summer 2019).
• Acted as a dedicated volunteer for Rare Disease Day Celebration at SRM Institute of Science and Technology (Spring 2019).
• Contributed as a teaching volunteer for secondary education students, offering practical biology guidance and innovative teaching through working models and real-life scientific experiments in the T.A.B.S Program by Cambrionic’s Life Sciences (Spring 2019).
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Eurofins
12.2023 - Current
Student Researcher
UMass Lowell
01.2023 - 08.2023
Student Researcher
SRM Institute Of Science & Technology
01.2021 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Applied Biomedical Science
University of Massachusetts - Lowell
Bachelor of Science - Genetic Engineering
SRM Institute of Science And Technology