MONIKA AHLAWAT
About Me:
Focused student with a solid base in analytical techniques, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, and Plant tissue culture. Currently an intern at CSIR-CSIO, Chandigarh. Hands-on experience with HPLC (operated Waters’s Acquity and Thermofisher’s Vanquish model) with internships at CSIR lab and FRI Dehradun. Co-lead of Genesis Club (A technical club @UIET, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra). Active attendee and volunteer at technical conferences and events. Great at collaborative work with good coordination and communication skills.
Education
UIET, Kurukshetra University
B.Tech Biotechnology (2021 – 2025)
Work Experience
CSIR-CSIO, Chandigarh
February 2025 – June 2025
Intern
Analyzing heavy metals in soil and its extracts using NIR Spectroscopy.
CSIR-CSIO, Chandigarh
July 2024 – August 2024
Intern
Gained hands-on experience in operating HPLC. Utilized Waters HPLC for identifying and quantifying the amount of caffeine in beverages.
FRI, Dehradun
July 2022 – August 2022
Intern
Gained hands-on experience in Tissue Culture Techniques. Worked with Teak, Shisham, and Bamboo.
Skills
Bioinformatics, HPLC, Electrophoresis, Spectroscopy, PCR
Publications
Computer-Aided Drug Design and Its Applications in Cancer Research: A Review – Ketan Chandra, Saransh Sharma, Monika Ahlawat, Sunidhi Chauhan, & Archit Sharma
Innovare Journal of Medical Sciences, 13(3), 4–8. Link
Certifications
- Analytical Techniques short-term training, CSIR-CSIO
- Hands-on training on Plant Tissue Culture, FRI Dehradun
- Antioxidant, Antimicrobial, and Anti-Inflammatory activity of Anthocephalus cadamba flower extracts, UIET KUK
- World Education and Science Summit 2022, Rishikesh
- Excelsior Coordinator, UIET KUK
- Organizing team, Data Science Workshop, UIET KUK
- Clinical Trials and Analysis training, Internshala
- Aawahan Coordinator, UIET KUK
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Cover Letter:
**Monika Ahlawat**
716/22, Jhang Colony
Rohtak, Haryana – 124001
Date: 16 June 2025
**To**
The Hiring Manager
**Subject:** Application for the Position Involving HPLC Operations
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to express my keen interest in any suitable position involving HPLC operations in your esteemed organization. As a final-year B.Tech Biotechnology student at UIET, Kurukshetra University, with extensive hands-on training and internship experience in HPLC analysis, I am confident in my ability to contribute meaningfully to your research and analytical initiatives.
During my internships at **CSIR-CSIO, Chandigarh**, I operated advanced HPLC systems including **Waters’s Acquity** and **ThermoFisher’s Vanquish**, performing caffeine quantification in beverage samples. These experiences gave me not only technical proficiency but also insights into method development and data interpretation. My ongoing internship at CSIR-CSIO further strengthens my analytical foundation, where I am analyzing heavy metals in soil using **NIR spectroscopy**, broadening my capabilities in complementary techniques.
Additionally, my research exposure includes a co-authored publication in the _Innovare Journal of Medical Sciences_ on computer-aided drug design, reflecting my ability to integrate computational and wet-lab skills. I have also received certifications in Analytical Techniques and Plant Tissue Culture, and actively contributed to technical events and workshops as a coordinator and volunteer.
My core strengths include a collaborative work ethic, consistent academic performance (8.15 CGPA), and strong communication and organizational skills. I am eager to bring my training, passion, and commitment to quality research into your team.
Thank you for considering my application. I would welcome the opportunity for an interview to discuss how my background aligns with your needs. Please find my CV attached for your kind perusal.
Sincerely,
**Monika Ahlawat**
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