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Jayashree Saha

Rochester,MN

Summary

Strong background in molecular biology and microbiology, together with a strong drive for success. Demonstrated capacity for meticulous experiment design and execution, demonstrating a great dedication to scientific research. Enthusiastic about investigating novel approaches and procedures in the laboratory, with a strong desire to produce precise and trustworthy results. Skilled in working with others to improve and troubleshoot laboratory procedures while promoting a culture of ongoing education.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

QC Analyst

Vyriad
12.2024 - Current
  • Responsible for Performing assays like Pico Green, BCA, Western Blot and ELISA in the molecular biology department
  • And identify and subculture microorganisms growing in the facility in microbiology department

Molecular Laboratory Technician

PathAI Lab
11.2023 - 12.2024
  • Extracted nucleic acids from swabs, Thin Prep, and urine samples.
  • Conducted tests for HPV, HSV, GBS, and COVID-19.
  • Utilized BD Affirms tests for specific diagnostics.
  • Tested patient samples for Bacterial Vaginosis and Trichomonas vaginalis using Cobas and Panther systems.
  • Extracted RNA from FFPA Slides and then verified their purity using Spectrophotometer.
  • Grossing, Processing, Embedding and Microtomy of tissues
  • Staining tissues using special stains and IHC
  • Reported results through the Renaissance system for accurate documentation.

Laboratory Technician, Molecular and Microbiology Department

Desun Hospitals and Heart Institute
12.2020 - 01.2022
  • Extracted nucleic acids from patient samples using kit-based methods.
  • Prepared samples for Real-time PCR and reported data to hospitals using internal software and Excel.
  • Cultured and identified bacteria from patient samples using staining methods and biochemical tests.
  • Tested antibiotic sensitivity and resistance using Kirby-Baur's disc diffusion method.
  • Prepared sterile media and maintained laboratory equipment.

Microbiology Laboratory Intern

Calcutta National Medical College
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Collected and cultured patient samples, including urine and blood.
  • Identified microorganisms using biochemical tests, staining techniques, and microscopy.
  • Conducted Gram staining and acid-fast staining for bacterial identification.
  • Tested antibiotic sensitivity and resistance using Kirby-Baur's disc diffusion method

Education

Master of Sciences - Cellular and Molecular Biology

University of New Haven
West Haven, CT
08.2023

Master of Sciences - Microbiology

Techno India University
Kolkata, India
07.2020

Bachelor of Sciences - Microbiology

Swami Vivekananda Institute of Modern Sciences
Kolkata, India
07.2018

Skills

    Wet Lab Skills: Microscopy, Culturing Bacteria, PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, ELISA, flowcytometry, Western blot, Cloning, Transfection, Cell culture, Cryopreservation

    Dry Lab Skills: Protein Data Bank, NCBI BLAST, Snap Gene

Accomplishments

    PUBLICATIONS:

    - Value addition to rasgulla through medicinal leaf extract; Jun 2019

    - Observed changes in microbial load in the sediment samples of Indian Sundarbans during 2010-2019. October 2021

    AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS

    ● Presented a research paper named ‘Observed changes in microbial load in the sediment samples of Indian Sundarbans during 2010 – 2019’, at the International Conference on Climate change: Impact, Management, Law & Policy formulation held at The West Bengal National University of Judicial Sciences, West Bengal India.

    Dean’s scholarship from the University of New Haven

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Fluent in Bengali, Hindi, and English.

Awards

Presented a research paper named ‘Observed changes in microbial load in the sediment samples of Indian Sundarbans during 2010 – 2019’, at the International Conference on Climate change: Impact, Management, Law & Policy formulation held at The West Bengal National University of Judicial Sciences, West Bengal India., Dean’s scholarship from the University of New Haven

Publications

  • Value addition to rasgulla through medicinal leaf extract; Jun 2019
  • Observed changes in microbial load in the sediment samples of Indian Sundarbans during 2010-2019. October 2021

Timeline

QC Analyst

Vyriad
12.2024 - Current

Molecular Laboratory Technician

PathAI Lab
11.2023 - 12.2024

Laboratory Technician, Molecular and Microbiology Department

Desun Hospitals and Heart Institute
12.2020 - 01.2022

Microbiology Laboratory Intern

Calcutta National Medical College
01.2019 - 01.2020

Master of Sciences - Cellular and Molecular Biology

University of New Haven

Master of Sciences - Microbiology

Techno India University

Bachelor of Sciences - Microbiology

Swami Vivekananda Institute of Modern Sciences