Sonam Raghav – The Future of Biotechnology: Meet the Professional Who’s Changing the Game

Sonam Raghav

Last Updated on 2nd April, 2023

Summary:

A dedicated Biotechnology professional with a Master’s degree and a strong academic background. Experienced in R&D, upstream process development, and quality control. Proficient in various laboratory tools and applications.

Education:

• DAV COLLEGE
  MASTERS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
  2018-2020
  Panjab University
  Percentage: 74.24
• PGGCG-42, CHANDIGARH
  B.SC. (HONS) BIOTECHNOLOGY
  2015-2018
  Panjab University
  Percentage: 61.9
• GMSSS-33, CHANDIGARH
  CBSE
  12th Science – 70.8
  10th CGPA- 7.8/10

Skills:

• LANGUAGES: English, Hindi, Punjabi
• TOOLS/APPLICATIONS: MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint

Achievements/Awards:

• Completed courses:
  Introduction to Food & Science by Stanford University & Mindshift by Univ. of Michigan
• Won Consolation prize in Ad-Mad Show on National Science Day in 2019
• Attended 2 days Youth Camp ‘SAMARPAN’ 2019 by Ayudh in HP
• Won Quiz competition organized by Uni-school of Pharmaceuticals in 2017
• Won inter-school painting competition in 2011

Quick Highlights:

• 2 years of professional experience in R&D (Upstream Process Development) & QC Chemist
• Closely worked on small scale (2L, 5L) Bioreactor and shake flask experiments
• Training- Bioreactor (5L glass), pH meter, Osmometer, Vi Cell counter, Blood Gas analyzer, Photostability Chamber, Nova Bioanalyzer Flex2, Nanodrop, spectrophotometer, Cedex Bioanalyser, YSI Analyzer Affinity Chromatography (NPEL), Biowelder, etc.

Experience:

• CFC PHARMA CLUSTER PVT. LTD. | QC TRAINEE
  May. 2023 – Oct, 2023 | Karnal, HR
  – Testing & analysis of Raw material & finished goods
  – Stability testing of drugs
  – Handling & calibration of HPLC, UV, Polarimeter
• IPCA LABORATORIES LTD | TRAINEE RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
  May. 2022 – March, 2023 | Mumbai, MH
  – Revival of cell banks
  – Maintenance of seed, media & feed preparation
  – Shake flask experiments on mAb molecules
  – Documentation and report writing
• INTAS BIO PHARMA. PVT LTD | BCIL BITP TRAINEE
  Jul 2021 – Jan 2022 | Ahmedabad, GU
  – Optimization of Cell culture processes
  – Media and feed optimization
  – Purification of mAb via Protein A Chromatography

Internships & Trainings:

• ONLINE SUMMER INTERNSHIP FROM DNA LAB | MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOINFORMATICS
  1 Month | DNA Lab Dehradun (Online)
  – Microbiology and Bioinformatics
• COLLEGE TRAINING | MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOINFORMATICS
  6 Months (2019-2020) | DAV College, Chandigarh
  – Insilico Quorum Sensing analysis of LuxS Protein
• COLLEGE TRAINING | MICROBIOLOGY
  Jun 2017 – Jul 2017 | Department of Microbial Biotechnology (PU)
  – Hands-on training on microbiological techniques

Skills:

• Keywords: Biotechnology, R&D, QC, Upstream Process Development, Laboratory Techniques, Data Analysis, Documentation

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Cover Letter:

**Sonam Raghav**
Panchkula, Haryana
Date: 18/06/2025
**Hiring Manager**
Skylimit Research Pvt. Ltd.
Noida, India
**Subject:** Application for the Position of Clinical Research Associate (CRA)
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to express my interest in the **Clinical Research Associate** position at **Skylimit Research Pvt. Ltd.** With a Master’s degree in Biotechnology from Panjab University and over two years of industry experience in clinical and biopharmaceutical environments, I am confident in my ability to contribute meaningfully to your clinical research operations.
During my tenure at **IPCA Laboratories Ltd.**, **Intas Biopharma**, and **CFC Pharma Cluster**, I gained experience in GMP-compliant environments, handled critical documentation, supported audit preparation, and collaborated with cross-functional teams. While my core roles involved upstream bioprocessing and quality control, I was consistently engaged in research planning, protocol adherence, and lab documentation, which align closely with CRA responsibilities.
My understanding of **ICH-GCP** guidelines, **regulatory documentation**, and **trial protocols**, combined with my strong communication and time management skills, makes me well-prepared for the multifaceted responsibilities of a CRA. I take pride in being detail-oriented, adaptable, and reliable—qualities crucial for monitoring trial sites and ensuring compliance.
I am highly motivated to join a mission-driven CRO like Skylimit, where scientific rigor and operational excellence are valued. I am also available for immediate joining and am open to travel as required by the role.
Thank you for considering my application. I would welcome the opportunity to contribute to your clinical research projects and am available for an interview at your earliest convenience.
Warm regards,
**Sonam Raghav**