Sonali Santush
Dallas,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Program Admissions Recruiter
School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning
12.2022 - 03.2024
- Serve as a point of contact for prospective students and a liaison between students & faculty
- Coordinated closely with financial aid team members to provide comprehensive support for admitted students seeking funding options for their education expenses.
- Maintained accurate records of all admission decisions to ensure a fair evaluation process for all applicants.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with lead faculty members & partners
- Contributed to the development of long-term enrollment goals, aligning recruitment initiatives with institutional priorities and strategic objectives.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Quality Control Specialist (INTERN)
Zona Aquatics
06.2021 - 01.2024
- Identify signs of disease, stress, or other health issues and work with specialized staff to implement necessary treatments
- Educated employees on specific QA standards and confirmed maintenance of standards.
- Fixed identified issues to increase productivity and boost workflows.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Instructed vendors or contractors on quality guidelines, safety procedures, testing procedures and ways to eliminate deficiencies.
- Reviewed technical documents such as specifications and drawings, maintaining accuracy and compliance with industry regulations.
- Developed and implemented procedures to meet product quality standards.
- Participated in public education programs, presentations, and workshop tours to educate visitors about the importance of water quality and the well-being of aquatic species.
- Performed standard first article inspections and random sampling inspections to verify adherence to customer standards.
Client Services Coordinator
International Student And Scholars Center - Arizona State University
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Provide students with F1 and J visa guidance and assistance
- Interface between US Department of Homeland Security and ISSC staff officials, in regards to student status information
- Assist students with Post graduation employment opportunities
- Streamlined processes for improved efficiency in managing client requests and inquiries.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Lab Assistant
Neogen
03.2018 - 05.2020
- Performed routine chemical, biological or microbiological assays in accordance with appropriate Standard Assays Procedure or Standard Operating Procedure
- Prepared samples for testing or experimentation, ensuring proper labeling and documentation
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of experiments, tests, and other laboratory activities
- Cooperated with other technicians to develop and test new protocols.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Performed routine maintenance to ensure accurate and reliable results
- Participated in quality control activities, including the verification of equipment calibration and the monitoring of test results
- Provided support for ongoing research projects by carrying out specific tasks as directed by researchers or scientists.
- Completed routine quality control tests, ensuring accurate data collection and reliable results for clients.
- Consistently met deadlines for completing assigned tasks, ensuring smooth operations within the lab environment.
Microbiology Lab Coordinator
Lansing Community College
03.2017 - 05.2020
- Develop and implement quality control measures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of microbiological test results
- Coordinate the maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment, including microscopes, incubators, autoclaves, and other specialized instruments
- Monitor inventory levels, place orders, and ensure that necessary materials are available for ongoing experiments and analyses
- Maintain records of laboratory activities, experiments, and results; prepare reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the proper disposal of biohazardous materials.
- Prepared and examined specimens using variety of instruments, histologic and molecular diagnostic techniques.
- Supervised a diverse team of technicians, fostering professional growth through mentorship and skill development opportunities.
Education
Bachelors - Biological Sciences
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12.2023
Associates - Biological Sciences & General Studies
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI05.2020
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Inventory Control
- Team Collaboration
- Microbiological Safety
- PPE use
- Laboratory Record Keeping
- Cell Culture
- RNA Extraction
- Infection Control
- Salesforce
- Communication
- Cytometry
- DNA Purification/Extraction/Quantification
- Documentation Management
- PCR
- Electrophoresis
- Chromatography
- Staining
- Gene Expression Profiling
- Histological/Amino Acid Analysis
- HACCP FDA regulations
- Genetic Testing
- PCM Testing
- ELISA Techniques
- Team Management
- Scientific Writing
- Chemistry
- Quality Control
- Product and service knowledge
- Daily Reports
- Microsoft Office
Certification
Harvard Medical School-HMX - Immunology, 06/2018
Related Field Experience
- Genetic Transformation using bacteria and pGLO (2018)
- SARS CoV-2 Antibody- Vaccine Design Development Research Study (2020)
- Controlled independent Study on Xenopus Laevis Gastrulation - Vertebrate Lab (2023)
- Independent Study on Mouse Development- Manipulation (Hox Genes)
Languages
Arabic
Full Professional
Sinhala
Full Professional
French
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Timeline
Graduate Program Admissions Recruiter
School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning
12.2022 - 03.2024
Quality Control Specialist (INTERN)
Zona Aquatics
06.2021 - 01.2024
Client Services Coordinator
International Student And Scholars Center - Arizona State University
12.2020 - 12.2022
Lab Assistant
Neogen
03.2018 - 05.2020
Microbiology Lab Coordinator
Lansing Community College
03.2017 - 05.2020
Bachelors - Biological Sciences
Arizona State University
Associates - Biological Sciences & General Studies
Lansing Community College
Harvard Medical School-HMX - Immunology, 06/2018
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