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SOWMYA CHAKRAVARTHULA

Bolingbrook,IL

Summary

One year experience as Research analyst at CMIC.Inc. 2+ years as Medical lab technician at Quest diagnostics. 3 Months of experience as lab technician at Augustus laboratory LLC Over one year experience in working on Prenatal Diagnosis experience in maintenance and troubleshooting of LCMS/MS systems Strong knowledge about LCMS systems and calibration and also performed maintenance and troubleshooting as well Good knowledge of FDA regulations especially through practice on 21CFR 58(Good laboratory practices for conducting drug clinical testing) as a part of the CRO. Having knowledge about Q1 and Q0 part cleanings on Mass spectrometers. Major experience in Amniocentesis, prenatal genetic disorders screening. Have knowledge in Human karyotyping. Through knowledge of System Exploring Major Database(Gene bank/DDBJ),Protein structure visualization, Blast, Fasta. Having Knowledge on Microbiological, Biochemical &Genetics Concepts. Have practical knowledge in SDS-PAGE, Gel electrophoresis &Chromatography. Excellent Analytical& Problem solving skills with Attention to detail persistence, Team work&communication. Have great skills in training people. Authorized to work in the US for any employer Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Analyst

CMIC.Inc
05.2023 - Current
  • Understand and comply with GLP requirements and follow Methods, Plans and SOP/SWPs and related lab procedures; comply with safety policies, comply with company policies
  • Use properly maintain lab instrument and equipment appropriately for assigned tasks
  • Conduct Bio-analysis validation and sample analysis with minimal supervision meeting company quality standards for more than 5 studies.
  • Conduct method development under supervision
  • Prepare worksheets for study
  • Data processing and table preparation (i.e tests which have tested for drug discovery)
  • QC data and preparation, data integration, raw data integration, raw data printing, preparation of chromatograms for report, use of LC-MS/MS, use of Watson LIMS, etc.)
  • Maintain accurate record of work and study documentation per Good Documentation Practices as per company Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Conduct Planned maintenance and Operational qualification (PM/OQ) and calibration of Mass spectrometers as planned or needed
  • Maintain clean and safe lab work environment
  • Maintain proprietary and confidential information
  • Assumes other activities and responsibilities as assigned.

Medical Laboratory Technician

Quest Diagnostics
03.2021 - 05.2023
  • Collect samples from billing area and build in loads and process them using Hamilton Micro lab star testing systems approximately 5000 samples per day.
  • Running processed samples on LCMS/MS system to find out required drug percentages and quantities from patient samples
  • Analyzing data using Analyst and processing lab reports
  • Troubleshoot instruments as needed
  • Had very thorough knowledge on Lab based SOPs and had firm base understanding on them
  • Training people as required
  • Able to handle multiple Drug testing with little supervision
  • Performs daily and weekly maintenance of LCMS systems
  • Conduct Good laboratory procedures while making reagents and processing samples
  • Able to handle produce patient samples results on timely manner even while working with heavy and stressful environments
  • Maintain clean lab environment at all times.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
  • Assisted in training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
  • Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.

Laboratory Technician

Augustus Labs LLC
11.2020 - 01.2021

Receive, Label and analyze samples (Blood, Covid, Urine)

  • Design and execute laboratory testing according standard procedures, make observations and interpret findings
  • Organize and store all chemicals substances, fluids and compressed gases according to safety instructions
  • Conduct experiments under defined conditions to verify/reject various types of hypothesis using refined scientific methods
  • Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility
  • Maintain equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies
  • Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain clean and orderly environment
  • Experience in operating electrical and non-electrical laboratory equipment and potentially dangerous substances (flammable liquids, infectious bacteria, biohazards etc.)
  • Involved in analyzing Covid RNA Auto extraction and purification using ANDiS 350 Automated Nucleic Acids Extraction System
  • Have knowledge about Thrombosis scientific Automated RNA extraction system and also RT-PCR analysis of Covid samples.
  • Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
  • Collected and performed analytical testing on in-process product.

Genetic Technologist

ATS Genetech Pvt Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Involved in Prenatal diagnosis of genetic disorders approximately 200 samples per day.
  • Perform Amniotic chromosomal analysis (karyotyping) & Human karyotyping
  • Involved in identification of chromosomal structural abnormalities like deletions & additions of chromosomes in patient samples
  • Involved in dropping and staining of amniotic samples
  • Involved in preparing and maintaining Stock & working media for amniotic cells
  • Involved in maintaining lab conditions sterile and aseptic
  • Review and maintain patient summary register.
  • Established culture of continuous learning and professional development within technology team, enhancing overall skills and capabilities.
  • Evaluated finished assemblies for compliance with standard procedures and design requirements.
  • Reduced downtime for critical systems through proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
  • Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.

Education

Masters of Science in Genetics - Genetics

Osmania University(India)
Hyderabad
03.2013

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

Osmania University(India)
Hyderabad
03.2010

Skills

  • Strong analytical skills
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Data Analytics
  • Team Collaboration

Other Laboratory Skills

Proficiency in maintaining stock and experimental cell cultures, making media, staining of cells for fluorescence. Have knowledge about Amino acid formualtion, Making sugar like Glucose, Fructose and Salts. Formation of Phytochemicals like Flavonoids and tannins which aare used in cosmetic production in Industry. Bio Chemistry techniques dealing with isolation of DNA ,RNA and Proteins from different sources. Immunological techniques like Enzyme Linked ImmunoSorbent Assay (ELISA), Lecuocyte Migration Inhibition Factor(LMIF), Single Radial Immuno Diffusion (SRID). Microbiological techniques dealing with Sterilization, Bacterial DNA Isolation&Growth Curve, WBC &RBC Counting. Genetical skills as Humankaryotyping,Amniocentesis,Chronic villi sampling, Drosophila Studies, Barr Body identification . Expertise in Molecular Biological studies like RNA Extraction from Bacteria, Isolation of DNA from Blood&Plants. Proficiency in staining techniques like Gram+ve,Gram negative bactertial staining. Knowledge in dealing with Southren Blotting, SDS-PAGE, Gel electrophoresis&Chromatography. Restriction digestion of Alpha DNA by Agarose gel electrophoresis. Expertise in Lyophilization methods. Lab experience developed my aseptic skills; repetitive autoclave cycles, antimicrobial disinfectant clean up after each procedure.

Languages

Hindi
Professional Working
Telugu
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Research Analyst

CMIC.Inc
05.2023 - Current

Medical Laboratory Technician

Quest Diagnostics
03.2021 - 05.2023

Laboratory Technician

Augustus Labs LLC
11.2020 - 01.2021

Genetic Technologist

ATS Genetech Pvt Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2016

Masters of Science in Genetics - Genetics

Osmania University(India)

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

Osmania University(India)
SOWMYA CHAKRAVARTHULA