Reetika Mahajan
Toledo,OH
Summary
Qualifications Overview& Expertise: Extensive experience in molecular marker techniques, molecular breeding and nutrigenomics: PCR based molecular marker techniques and high throughput genotyping for germplasm characterization, trait identification and validation. DNA barcoding of plants. Marker aided selection for transferring of powdery mildew resistance gene er1 into elite Pea varieties. Nutrigenomics of kala zeera, buckwheat and common bean. SCAR marker development in kiwi, Molecular characterization and QTL identification for various traits in common bean. Experience in Transcriptomics: q-PCR based gene expression Experience of working in proteomics (gel-based proteomics; western blot). Experience in other techniques: Inplanta transformation, plant tissue culture, association mapping, bioinformatics tools for genomic and proteomic studies, development of SCAR markers, Ionome profiling of crop germplasm, metabolome profiling. Field experience: Evaluation of Wheat, Pea, Common beans, Buckwheat and Kala zeera germplasm for abiotic stress (drought) and biotic stress (disease) tolerance. Extensive experience in preparation of research proposals and execution of projects. Excellent academic record throughout the career. Teaching experience (B.Sc., Biotechnology courses) Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Scholar
The University Of Toledo
10.2022 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of research findings and provided statistical analysis of data results.
- Leveraged interpersonal and communication skills to mentor PhD, graduate and undergraduate students.
- Created and executed scenarios for analysis projects and interpreted results to address relevant questions.
- Collaborated with [Number] multidisciplinary team members to accomplish [Type] research goals.
- Drafted manuscripts and presented findings at major [Number] [Type] conferences.
- Contributed to and actively participated in research conception, design and execution to address defined problems.
- Pursued independent and complementary research interests.
- Designed research projects and alternative approaches and discussed results with professor.
Women Scientist
Department Of Science And Technology
10.2019 - 09.2022
- Conducted experiments in laboratory environment for product development purposes.
- Documented changes during experiments, noting unexpected issues arising during research activities.
- Trained new employees on areas of technical expertise and compliance issues relevant to lab setting.
- Performed complex troubleshooting and assisted in leading initiatives to solve challenging scientific problems with assays or instrumentation.
- Evaluated and implemented new technologies and laboratory techniques to improve quality and robustness of sample analysis.
- Read literature related to scientific area of expertise to remain current in knowledge.
- Collected and analyzed biological data about relationships among and between organisms and environment.
- Conducted moderately complex analysis to support process development.
- Simultaneously managed several complex projects, meeting all pertinent milestones.
- Prioritized project tasks after discussions with mentor of the project.
Lecturer
Govt Of Jammu And Kashmir
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
- Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
- Participated in various campus memberships at each assigned school to promote academics and faculty development.
- Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
Lecturer, Biology
Govt Of Jammu And Kashmir
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
- Prepared individualized lesson plans and educational materials to structure biology curriculum to needs of each student.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
Senior Research Fellow
National Research Centre On Plant Biotechnology
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Worked on development of heat tolerant transgenic wheatJRF School of May, 2016 to Molecular Marker
- Biotechnology, June, 2017 assisted introgression of
- SKUAST, J, Main powdery mildew
- Campus, Chatha, resistant gene in elite
- Jammu-180009 cultivars of pea (Pisum sativm
- L.).
- Lead teams of researchers and completed independent research into plant molecular biology and genetics.
- Oversaw studies, documented data and extrapolated results.
- Generated high-quality, professional papers for submission to scientific publications.
- Followed best practices and scientific protocol to reach defensible conclusions based on solid evidence.
- Compiled data in reports and other documents using DARwin, NTSYS, STRUCTURE, TASSEL and other bioinformatics tools
- Computed complex statistical analyses and interpreted data using SPSS, Graph pad prism.
- Supported and supervised students in molecular biology research programs from brainstorming areas for potential research through publishing papers on completed projects.
- Maintained high levels of confidentiality to protect data quality and project research.
- Performed scientific research on multiple projects.
- Worked to improve collective knowledge of wheat breading and genetics
- Designed and carried out complex laboratory experiments to assess effectiveness of heat tolerant transgenic wheat varities.
Education
PhD - Biotechnology Sher
Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology
2016
MSc - Biotechnology, Molecular Biology
Bangalore University
2011
BSc - Biotechnology, Genetics
Bangalore University
2009
Skills
- RESEARCH SKILLS
- Molecular Biology techniques:
- DNA/RNA Isolation and Purification, electrophoresis, PCR
- Molecular marker techniques (RAPD, ISSR, SSR, Candidate gene markers, SCAR, SNP), Expression
- Profiling by RT-PCR, Protein isolation and resolution, Nanodrop, Native and SDS PAGE
- MALDI-TOF
- Biochemistry Techniques: Spectrophotometry, Enzyme assays, biochemical assays
- Reetika Mahajan Curriculum-Vitae
- ELISA
- Tissue Culture: Plant Tissue Culture, Inplanta transformation technique, Micropropagation; Animal
- Cell culture
- Bioinformatics Techniques: Sequence retrieval, Sequence analysis, Sequence alignments
- BLAST,CLUSTALW, ORF’s, Primer design
- Software: SPSS, MS EXCEL, PD Quest, NTYSIS, STATISTICA, STRUCTURE, TASSEL, DARwin
- QTL Mapping, MEGA, POPGENE, Smart Grain and Power Marker, GenALex, Graphpad Prism, Basic R
- Programming
- Lecturing
- Lesson Planning
- Academic research
- Grant writing
Affiliations
The university of Toledo
Certification
Big data, genes and medicine by The State University of New York
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Research Scholar
The University Of Toledo
10.2022 - Current
Women Scientist
Department Of Science And Technology
10.2019 - 09.2022
Lecturer
Govt Of Jammu And Kashmir
08.2019 - 10.2019
Lecturer, Biology
Govt Of Jammu And Kashmir
08.2018 - 06.2019
Senior Research Fellow
National Research Centre On Plant Biotechnology
07.2017 - 08.2018
PhD - Biotechnology Sher
Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology
MSc - Biotechnology, Molecular Biology
Bangalore University
BSc - Biotechnology, Genetics
Bangalore University
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