Priyanka A Saw
Cumming,USA
Summary
- Dynamic and versatile professional with multifaceted experiences in Quality Control, Managing Projects, Customer Interface and Clinical Diagnostics.
- Expertise of 10 years, excelling in foodgrain quality management, operational optimization, and process digitization.
- Pursued healthcare for nearly two years, with a background in biotechnology, molecular biology, and medical microbiology.
- Enthusiastic educator for about a year, with a focus on personalized learning and fostering positive classroom environments.
- Proven track record in supply chain management, analytical skills, strategic planning, team coordination, and delivering results-oriented outcomes in diverse sectors and start-ups.
- Committed to innovative approaches and maintaining high standards.
- Continuous learner holding certification in Retail Banking Operations & Core Banking Software.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Controller, Technical Assistant
Food Corporation of India
Hyderabad, India
06.2014 - 06.2024
- Optimized quality maintenance and assurance with advanced digitization, meticulous data analysis, strategic communication, analytical and critical thinking, and collaborative teamwork to enable seamless inflow, preservation, and release of food grains, fulfilling national requirements.
- Procurement of wheat and rice at government-mandated prices, in compliance with the quality grading standards and regulations.
- Storage and preservation of food grains through proactive, preventative, and corrective measures, routine audits and inspections, quality assurance documentation and tests, and risk management.
- Sales involved releasing foodgrains that met quality standards and ensured fair distribution.
- Internal Operations: Calibrated lab equipment, digitized records, and analyzed data for minutes meetings, using MS Excel and MS PowerPoint. Implemented bilingual operations using MS Indic tools, and trained staff. Participated in training programs and the hiring process.
- Civic Engagement: Fulfilled election duties, volunteered for community services and awareness programs, and participated in cultural and sports events.
- Completed ten years of service, with last five years on unpaid leave due to residence in USA.
Educational Instructor
KUMON India Education Pvt. Ltd.
Hyderabad, India
07.2013 - 06.2014
- Founding educational instructor at the first Kumon center in Telangana, India.
- Championed the company's innovative learning methods, managed projects and played a pivotal role in driving student enrollment. Instrumental in helping the center achieve the 'Best Performing Office' award within a year, with numerous students attaining Advanced Learner status.
- Personalized instruction: Tailored teaching to each student's unique style by processing in their fast-paced and ever-shifting learning environment, regularly assessing their progress, and proposing customized learning strategies accordingly.
- Parent Partnership: Collaborated with parents through strong interpersonal skills to create personalized learning plans, and provided guidance for home support.
- Leadership: Trained new instructors, fostering a motivated team, and contributing to positive academic outcomes for students, also through timely decision-making and strategic planning.
School Science Teacher
Brilliant Grammar High School
Hyderabad, India
04.2013 - 06.2013
- Taught science to middle school students, emphasizing practical application, innovation, creative writing, project work, integration of technology and multimedia tools, and real-world connections to inspire and expand students' interest and passion for the subjects.
Bank Assistant Manager
Axis Bank Ltd.
Hyderabad, India
09.2012 - 03.2013
- In-Job Training and Certification: provided by FLIP Smart Banker Program (Sep 2012 - Feb 2013) Certified Professional in Retail Banking products and operations, with hands-on training in Core Banking software, Finacle.
- Assistant Manager: (Feb 2013 - Mar 2013) Expertise in retail banking. Demonstrated a strong understanding of various aspects of retail banking operations, including customer interface and customer service excellence, needs assessment and problem solving, and product recommendations through dynamic communication and critical thinking to drive sales.
Intern Medical Microbiology
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University
Manipal University, Manipal, India
09.2009 - 05.2011
- Clinical Diagnostics: Handled various clinical specimens, including those for Microbiology, Serology, Immunology, Anaerobic Bacteriology, Mycology, Parasitology, Sterility analysis, and Bacteriology.
- Virological Techniques: Utilized advanced techniques such as tissue culture, immunofluorescence, and neutralization at the Manipal Centre for Virus Research, a regional reference lab for the Influenza virus and part of the ICMR virology network.
- Molecular Diagnostics: Employed molecular techniques such as RNA/DNA isolation, PCR, RT-PCR, and ELISA in the molecular diagnostics laboratory.
- Pathogen Identification: Accurately identified pathogens using microbial culture, microscopy, biochemical testing, and antimicrobial susceptibility tests.
- Accurate Reporting and Safety: Reported and documented accurate diagnoses while strictly adhering to safety and biosafety protocols.
- Emergency Lab Services: Provided rapid tests and critical diagnostics for urgent care patients in the Emergency Night Labs.
- Research Support: Contributed to ongoing research projects by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting microbiological data, participated in academic publications and presentations, and in projects to develop newer diagnostic methods.
- Laboratory Maintenance: Maintained and calibrated lab equipment to ensure precision and accuracy.
Education
Master of Science - Medical Microbiology
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University
07.2011
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Manipal Life Sciences Centre, Manipal University
06-2008
Skills
- Project management
- Quality management systems
- Technical comprehension
- Interpersonal skills
- Team collaboration
- Collaborative problem solving
- Analytical skills
- Process optimization
Conferences
- CME on Respiratory Infections and Microbes Symposium on Genetics in Clinical Practice
- CME in Diagnostics and Management of Tuberculosis
- CME on microbial insights
- Indo-Italian Workshop: Bacteria & Fungi for Environmental Sustainability
- International Conference on Emerging Frontiers and Challenges in HIV/AIDS Research
- CME on Newer Diagnostic Techniques in Microbiology
- CME on the Third Biannual Conference of Gastrointestinal Infection Society of India
Timeline
Quality Controller, Technical Assistant
Food Corporation of India
06.2014 - 06.2024
Educational Instructor
KUMON India Education Pvt. Ltd.
07.2013 - 06.2014
School Science Teacher
Brilliant Grammar High School
04.2013 - 06.2013
Bank Assistant Manager
Axis Bank Ltd.
09.2012 - 03.2013
Intern Medical Microbiology
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University
09.2009 - 05.2011
Master of Science - Medical Microbiology
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Manipal Life Sciences Centre, Manipal University
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