Prity Lata Chakraborty
Bellevue
Summary
Public health professional with expertise in microbiology and epidemiology. Proven track record in infectious disease research, community health outreach, and data-driven program evaluation. Skilled in laboratory techniques, statistical analysis, and engaging with vulnerable populations. Passionate about applying scientific knowledge to improve health outcomes and address health equity challenges.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Intern
Grant County Health District
Moses Lake
06.2024 - Current
- Conducted field research and health data analysis to support public health initiatives targeting underserved populations.
- Created educational materials and presentations to communicate findings effectively to diverse audiences.
- Collaborated with community stakeholders to identify and address health disparities.
- Developed surveys and questionnaires for data collection purposes.
- Collected and analyzed quantitative and qualitative data using statistical software.
Graduate Researcher
University of Washington
Seattle
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Designed and executed experiments using Shigella infection models, contributing to advancements in microbiology and infectious disease research.
- Maintained and manipulated mammalian cell cultures under Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) protocols, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Analyzed experimental data, resulting in actionable insights for a peer-reviewed publication.
Lecturer
Prime Asia University
Dhaka
01.2019 - 11.2022
- Developed and delivered microbiology courses, focusing on bacterial pathogenesis, molecular techniques, and public health microbiology.
- Supervised undergraduate research projects enhance students' technical and analytical skills.
- Contributed to curriculum development and departmental research initiatives.
- Developed syllabus of lectures, classwork and assignments and distributed to students on first day of class.
- Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.
- Identified areas of difficulty for students, developing additional resources for review.
Research Assistant
International Centre for Diarrheal Disease Research, Bangladesh
Dhaka
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Conducted molecular profiling of antibiotic resistance genes in Klebsiella pneumoniae using PCR and gel electrophoresis.
- Analyzed multidrug-resistant strains from clinical settings, informing public health strategies on antibiotic stewardship.
- Identified and fixed issues with lab equipment to achieve more accurate lab results.
- Employed scientific methods to promote quality of collected samples and stored specimens.
- Contributed ideas and suggestions regarding potential new areas of inquiry based on current trends in the field.
- Collaborated with other researchers in developing study designs, methods, and tools for data collection.
Research Assistant
University of Dhaka
Dhaka
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Conducted molecular characterization of nitrogen-fixing bacteria associated with sugarcane.
- Assisted in laboratory experiments, data collection, and analysis for research on microbial ecology and plant-microbe interactions.
- Collaborated with other researchers in developing study designs, methods, and tools for data collection.
- Identified and fixed issues with lab equipment to achieve more accurate lab results.
- Employed scientific methods to promote quality of collected samples and stored specimens.
Education
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Epidemiology
University of Washington
Seattle, WAMaster of Science - Microbiology
University of Dhaka
Dhaka, BangladeshBachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Dhaka
Dhaka, BangladeshSkills
- Public Health Research & Analysis
- Data analysis
- Survey design
- Experimental design
- Public health research
- Molecular techniques
- Health communication
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Cell culture
- Field research
- Statistical software
- Curriculum development
- Data Tools & Software
- Project Management & Collaboration
- Technical Communication
- Epidemiology & Data Interpretation
- Human Subjects Research
- Molecular Biology Techniques
- Tissue Culture
- Immunology Techniques
- Sample Management
- Microbiological Testing
- Aseptic Techniques
- Environmental Monitoring
- Regulatory Compliance
- Data Analysis
- Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
- Communication Skills
- Research ethics
- Statistical analysis
- Community outreach
- Student assessment
- Course material preparation
Publications
- Molecular characterization of endophytic bacteria isolated from sugarcane for bio-fertilizer development, Under Review
- Prevalence and antibiotic sensitivity of Salmonella species in Dhaka, Bangladesh, IJRETS, 2022
- Microbial status and antibiotic susceptibility of E. coli and Vibrio cholerae in street foods, IJTSRD, 2021
Projects
Understanding Social and Behavioral Factors Influencing Food Safety Practices Among Small Ice Cream Producers in Washington State, Conducted a comprehensive mixed-methods analysis to evaluate barriers to implementing Listeria monocytogenes control strategies among small ice cream producers. Evaluation of Mpox Vaccine Effectiveness Across U.S. Sites, Collaborated with public health agencies and healthcare providers to assess vaccine effectiveness for mpox prevention across multiple U.S. sites.
Awards And Fellowships
- One-Year Fellowship for Academic and Research Excellence, University of Washington
- Outstanding Poster Presentation Award, Young Scientists Competition, Asian Congress on Biotechnology, 2019
Presentations
- Characterization of Endophytic Bacteria for Sustainable Food Production, 14th Asian Congress on Biotechnology, Taipei, 2019
- Nitrogen Accumulation by Rhizobia Bacteria, 32nd BSM Annual Conference, Dhaka, 2019
Timeline
Graduate Research Intern
Grant County Health District
06.2024 - Current
Graduate Researcher
University of Washington
06.2024 - 12.2024
Lecturer
Prime Asia University
01.2019 - 11.2022
Research Assistant
International Centre for Diarrheal Disease Research, Bangladesh
01.2019 - 12.2019
Research Assistant
University of Dhaka
01.2017 - 12.2018
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Epidemiology
University of Washington
Master of Science - Microbiology
University of Dhaka
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Dhaka
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