Toral Chauhan
Johnston,United States
Summary
Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Experience
Johnston community school district volunteer
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Guiding foreign students in US to improve their proficiency in English and teaching Mathematics and Science to Summit Middle School students.
Managing Partner
Teference Technologies
04.2016 - 08.2022
- Negotiated high-value contracts with clients, securing profitable partnerships for the company.
- Established and implemented business procedures and process improvements.
- Mentored junior staff members, resulting in a more cohesive team and increased overall performance.
- Spearheaded successful client engagements resulting in repeat business and positive referrals from satisfied clients.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive organizational improvements and meet strategic objectives.
Manager
Amulya Corporate Services
08.2015 - 02.2016
- To establish new leads for the company and develop the business.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Asst. Manager- Genomics Operations
Xcelris Genomics Limited
04.2013 - 10.2013
- Handling end -to-end business cycle, from Procurement and purchase to Product.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Maintained detailed records of all client interactions, ensuring accuracy in account management and reporting activities.
- Developed strong rapport with clients through consistent follow-up and attention to detail.
- Negotiated contracts with clients to secure long-term partnerships while safeguarding company interests.
Project Coordinator
Xcelris Genomics
07.2011 - 08.2012
- Handling Complete Internal and External co-ordination
- One-point contact person.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
Senior Research Associate
Xcelris Labs Pvt. Ltd.
09.2010 - 07.2011
- Carrying out a wide range of computational genomics duties with minimum supervision.
- Profile Carrying out a wide range of computational genomics duties with minimum supervision.
- Large-scale computational analysis of whole genome, transcript sequences, expression data, genetic variants, gene/protein networks and metabolic pathways.
- Programming to handle/implement/access the genetics/genome resources as well as to carry out integration of data across the different NGS platforms.
Providing support in developing workflows and analysis pipelines for NGS projects. - Adhering to all research centre related policies and procedures.
- Carried out Whole Transcriptome Analysis and Whole Genome Analysis (de novo and reference based) approaches using Roche 454, ABI SOLID platforms, Illumina HiSeq2000
Research Associate
Disha Life Sciences
07.2009 - 08.2010
- Guide for the Dissertation projects of Post Graduate Students
- Monitored progress against project timelines, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Trained and mentored junior researchers, fostering a collaborative work environment that promoted knowledge sharing.
Education
Master in Artificial Intelligence -
Iowa State University
Ames, IA12.2025
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) -
Gujarat University
Ahmedabad01.2020
Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) - Bioinformatics
Saurashtra University
Gandhinagar, Gujarat01.2009
Master of Science in Bioinformatics (M.Sc.) - Bioinformatics
Bhavnagar University
Bhavnagar, Gujarat01.2008
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology (B.Sc.) -
Saurashtra University
Rajkot, Gujarat01.2005
Skills
- Python Programming
- Data Science
- Machine Learning
- Artificial Intelligence Research
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of Bioinformatics pipeline for the Genomics Research.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Proficiencies
Programming Languages: Python, PERL, R, Matlab, MSL
Software: MS office suite, Google suite, Workday
Project Management : JIRA
Invitedspeeches
- Invited Speaker for a CSIR sponsored National workshop on Bioinformatics and Cheminformatics on "Ligand based drug design" and "Introduction to Cheminformatics" held in Christ College on 7 and 8th January 2011
- Invited Speaker for the video lecture on Introduction to Bioinformatics in Bhaskaracharya Institute for Space Applications and Geo-Informatics, Gandhinagar on 8th December 2010.
- Invited speaker for a National workshop under DBT Star college scheme held at M.G. Science College, Ahmedabad on 29th October 2010.
- Invited speaker for the Boot camp on "Artificial Intelligence and Gene Prediction methods" for MPhil Students in Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission held in April 2010.
- Invited speaker for the National workshop in Bio+ Chemi+ Pharma Informatics held at Kadi Sarva Vishwavidyalaya February 2010. Topic discussed was "In Silico analysis on Metabolomics."
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Indian
Publications
- Sequence of 16S RNA of a bacterial Strain published in NCBI (Bioinformatics database) on 8th June 2010 (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/nuccore/297375534)
- Chapter on "Functional Genomics: Current Trends, Tools, and Future Prospects in the Fermentation and Pharmaceutical Industries" published in book Fermentation Microbiology and Biotechnology by E. M. T. El-Mansi, C. F. A. Bryce, Arnold L. Demain, A.R. Allman (http://www.taylorandfrancis.com/books/details/9781439855799/)
References
- Dr Surendra Chikara, Founder and CEO, Bione, Bengaluru, surendrakchikara@gmail.com
- Dr Snehal Baghtharia, Joint Director, Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission, Department of Science and Technology, Gandhinagar, jdrdbtm@gujarat.gov.in
- Parthiv Kansara, Sr. Project Manager, Cybage Software, parthivkansara@gmail.com
Certification
- Python Programming Certificate – Python Institute.
- MATLAB course completion MathWorks Jan 2024
- Career Essentials in Generative AI Microsoft and Linkedin Dec 2023
- Artificial Intelligence Foundations: Neural Networks Linkedin Learning December 2023
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Volunteer Experience
Johnston community school district volunteer
08.2023 - 01.2024
Managing Partner
Teference Technologies
04.2016 - 08.2022
Manager
Amulya Corporate Services
08.2015 - 02.2016
Asst. Manager- Genomics Operations
Xcelris Genomics Limited
04.2013 - 10.2013
Project Coordinator
Xcelris Genomics
07.2011 - 08.2012
Senior Research Associate
Xcelris Labs Pvt. Ltd.
09.2010 - 07.2011
Research Associate
Disha Life Sciences
07.2009 - 08.2010
- Python Programming Certificate – Python Institute.
- MATLAB course completion MathWorks Jan 2024
- Career Essentials in Generative AI Microsoft and Linkedin Dec 2023
- Artificial Intelligence Foundations: Neural Networks Linkedin Learning December 2023
Master in Artificial Intelligence -
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) -
Gujarat University
Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) - Bioinformatics
Saurashtra University
Master of Science in Bioinformatics (M.Sc.) - Bioinformatics
Bhavnagar University
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology (B.Sc.) -
Saurashtra University
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