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Mahant Thangavelu

Boston,MA

Summary

Accomplished Senior Research Associate from Tome Biosciences with a proven track record in leading platform development projects to successful completion. Expert in laboratory techniques and technology adaptation, I excel in critical thinking and team collaboration, significantly enhancing research outcomes. Demonstrated ability to streamline processes and deliver high-quality, timely results, contributing to groundbreaking discoveries. Senior Research Associate specializes in establishing project objectives, developing experimental plan and effectively prioritizing tasks to meet time sensitive delivery goals. Serves as point person for executing [Type] research projects and disseminating findings to leadership. Displays strong written and oral communication skills to present complex analyses effectively.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Research Associate, Platform Development

Tome Biosciences
02.2023 - Current
  • Conducted independent research to validate efficacy of solutions, assimilate results and prepare written technical reports.
  • Maintained knowledge of company strategic direction, goals and objectives and aligned projects appropriately.
  • Delivered comprehensive training sessions on laboratory techniques and equipment usage, enhancing team members'' skill sets.
  • Communicated project status to [Type] management verbally and through technical documentation and presentations.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies for potential integration into ongoing research efforts.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high-quality deliverables.
  • Generated and upload assay data and communicated results and reports to multi-disciplinary project teams to influence progression in discovery and development.
  • Achieved project objectives by troubleshooting experiments and testing practical and creative solutions.
  • Initiated, planned and executed research projects under supervision of senior scientist.
  • Improved research efficiency by streamlining data collection and analysis processes.
  • Enhanced project outcomes by collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize study designs.

Research Associate, GSK Acquired Affinivax

GSK
01.2022 - 02.2023
  • Monitored progress against project timelines, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Set up equipment, organized inventory and maintained facilities.
  • Provided technical guidance on experimental design and data interpretation issues for team members as needed.
  • Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.

Co-Op Student

EMD Serono
07.2021 - 12.2021
  • Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Shadowed personnel, learning safe and effective operation of systems.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly mastering new software tools and technologies as required for various assignments.
  • Gained hands-on experience in relevant industry practices through internship opportunities, applying learned concepts to real-world scenarios.

Education

Master of Science - Biotechnology

Northeastern University
Boston, MA
12.2021

Bachelor's in Technology - Biotechnology

Kumaraguru College of Technology
India
04.2019

Skills

  • Laboratory techniques
  • Documentation skills
  • Laboratory procedures
  • Technology adaptation
  • Scientific Writing
  • Laboratory Equipment Maintenance
  • Data Analysis
  • Literature reviews
  • Inventory reviews
  • Technical Presentations
  • Attention to Detail
  • Effective Multitasking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team Collaboration

Volunteering

  • Part of Tome symposium judging committee member to evaluate scientific poster and oral presentations related to programmable gene insertion technology (2023, 2024)
  • Volunteered at a middle school to teach kids about waste segregation and recycling (2022)
  • Volunteer at Northeastern University at the center for drug discovery to conduct research experiments for protein expression and purification (2020-2021)

Timeline

Senior Research Associate, Platform Development

Tome Biosciences
02.2023 - Current

Research Associate, GSK Acquired Affinivax

GSK
01.2022 - 02.2023

Co-Op Student

EMD Serono
07.2021 - 12.2021

Master of Science - Biotechnology

Northeastern University

Bachelor's in Technology - Biotechnology

Kumaraguru College of Technology

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