Hindol Roy

A highly motivated and scrupulous biotechnologist with a strong academic foundation and passion for applying cutting-edge scientific knowledge to solve real-world challenges. Seeking a position to utilize knowledge, skills, and abilities in an industry that offers a research-oriented environment to put acquired knowledge into practice and gain exposure to upcoming technologies and discoveries.

Education:

• Master of Science (M.Sc.) | Biotechnology | Grade Achieved: 2.1 (2023 – 2024)
• University Of York, North Yorkshire, England
• Term Papers Submitted:
• “Biofuels: Balancing Energy Needs and Food Security”
• “The Benefits and Drawbacks of Using Algae to Produce Biofuel”
• Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) | Biotechnology | Grade Achieved 2.1 (2018 – 2022)
• Amity University, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
• Key Projects:
• Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor designing – A computational approach (2019)
• Differential gene expression and functional analysis of RNA-seq data using Galaxy (2022)

Experience:

• Centre for Novel Agricultural Products (CNAP) (Apr 2024 – Sept 2024)
• University of York, North Yorkshire, England
• Dissertation Project – Identifying and analysing effective enzyme systems for biorefineries for biofuels and chemicals production.
• Successfully cultured Pichia pastoris and expressed the protein of interest on a large scale.
• Used sophisticated instruments like Spectrophotometers, Bio-incubators, PCR thermal cyclers, etc.
• Analyzed proteins using Immunoassay, SDS PAGE, gel electrophoresis, etc.
• Department of Biology, University of York (Feb 2024 – Apr 2024)
• York, North Yorkshire, England
• Term Project – Carbonic Anhydrase expression in E.coli.
• Successfully transformed E.coli cells with the recombinant DNA.
• Used Python and R-Studios for data presentation.
• Birla Industrial And Technology Museum (BITM) (Jan 2022 – Dec 2022)
• Kolkata, West Bengal, India
• Key Project – Analyzing the effects of salinity on Rhizobium leguminosarum in Asian pigeonwings.
• Designed and conducted sterile experiments under controlled salinity conditions.
• Utilized PCR and RT-PCR to analyze gene expression profiles in Rhizobium leguminosarum.

Certifications/Workshops:

• MS Excel | Macquarie University/ Coursera (Oct 2021 – Dec 2021)
• Laboratory Training | Birla Industrial And Technology Museum (BITM) (Jan 2022 – Dec 2022)
• Nanobiotechnology – Verzeo (Jun 2021 – Jul 2021)
• Co-authored academic literature review on “Nanomaterials in Biotechnology”
• Bioinformatics – Pine Biotech (Jun 2019 – Oct 2019)
• Understanding of metagenomics, biomarkers, and functional pathway analysis.

Key Skills:

• Expertise in Molecular Biology Techniques
• Lab Experience
• Use of Sophisticated Lab Equipment
• Proficient in Bioinformatics & Computational Biology
• Regulatory & Quality Control Standards
• Project Management & Research Execution
• Strong IT & Scientific Communication Skills

IT Skills:

• MS Excel ★★★★★ | MS PowerPoint ★★★★★ | MS Office Suite ★★★★ | Python ★★★
• R-Studios ★ | MySQL ★★

Languages:

• English – Proficient | Bengali – Proficient | Hindi – Proficient | French – Beginner | Urdu – Intermediate

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Cover Letter:

I am primarily a biotechnologist with extensive hands-on laboratory experience, possessing robust proficiency in a broad array of molecular biology and biotechnology techniques including polymerase chain reaction (PCR), agarose gel electrophoresis, SDS-PAGE, western blotting, immunoassays, molecular cloning, genetic transformations, enzymatic assays, microscopy, and microbial cell culture. Skilled in microbial cultivation and aseptic handling techniques, media preparation, sterilization, and maintaining contamination-free laboratory environments critical for accurate research outcomes. Experienced in operating sophisticated biotechnological equipment such as spectrophotometers, thermal cyclers, centrifuges, AKTA FPLC protein purification systems, bio-incubators, ultracentrifuges, sonicators, imaging systems, and fluorometers, enabling efficient operations in fast-paced laboratory settings. Possess substantial experience working with microbial systems such as different yeasts and bacteria, proven expertise in protein expression, extraction, purification, and characterization employing centrifugation, filtration, and chromatographic techniques. Skilled in handling genetically engineered microbial strains, performing cloning, PCR, genetic transformations, and strain selection effectively. Familiar with critical laboratory regulations and standards, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), COSHH regulations, safe handling and disposal of hazardous biological and chemical wastes, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines. I am adept in bioinformatics and computational biology applications such as BLAST, AlphaFold, UniProt, Biopython, MySQL, and R-Studio, facilitating sophisticated data analysis and accurate biological interpretation. Demonstrated efficiency in managing day-to-day wet laboratory tasks, including laboratory inventory management, stock-taking, reagent and media preparation, and equipment calibration and troubleshooting. Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills, coupled with excellent scientific communication abilities, with experience authoring research articles, technical reports, comprehensive literature reviews, and delivering effective research presentations. An enthusiastic team player with proven experience collaborating within diverse, interdisciplinary research groups, consistently contributing towards achieving high-quality research outcomes.