Nidhi Soni
Professional Summary
I am a dedicated biotechnology postgraduate with a strong foundation in microbiology and molecular biology. My expertise in advanced laboratory techniques, along with hands-on experience in gene sequencing and bacterial strain authentication, equips me to effectively manage research projects while ensuring adherence to quality assurance. I thrive in collaborative environments and am passionate about contributing scientific advancements.
Key Achievements
- Preserved 16 Gram-negative bacteria with 100% success rate.
- Achieved grade point average of 10 out of 10 in master’s dissertation.
- Ranked 2nd among 60 students during biotechnology internship.
Education
- Master of Science in Biotechnology
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya (DAVV), Indore, July 2022 – July 2024
Thesis: Authentication and Preservation of Gram-negative Strains for Deposition at MACS Collection of Microorganisms (MCM)
Overall Grade Points: [hidden] - Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
Govt. Holkar Science College, Indore, April 2019 – June 2022
Overall Percentage: [hidden]
Research Experience
- Master’s Dissertation (6 months), January 2024 – June 2024
Advisor: Dr. Kamlesh Jangid, Scientist ‘E’, Agharkar Research Institute, Pune
Focused on authentication and preservation of Gram-negative bacterial strains using microbiological and molecular techniques
Projects
- Internship – Instrumentation and Immunological Techniques
- Hands-on Training Programs
– Enzymes, Gene Manipulation, and Functional Genomics
– Gene Expression Profiling in Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic Cells
– 16S rRNA Gene and Whole Genome Sequence Analysis
– Mammalian Cell Culture Techniques for Cancer Biology
Technical Skills
- Molecular Biology: Polymerase Chain Reaction, Genomic DNA extraction, 16S rRNA gene sequencing, MALDI-TOF MS
- Microbiology: Culture techniques, Gram staining, bacterial identification
- Laboratory Techniques: Microscopy, chromatography, agarose gel electrophoresis, blotting, DNA quantification
- Instrumentation: Microscope, PCR machine, Spectrophotometer, GelDoc, Qubit Fluorometer, Biosafety Cabinet
- Immunological Techniques: ELISA, WIDAL, Radial Immunodiffusion, Latex Agglutination
- Software: Microsoft Office Suite, Sequencing tools
Soft Skills
- Technical proficiency
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving skills
- Leadership and teamwork
- Strong communication and adaptability
- Innovation
Certifications and Conferences
- Participated in the International Conference on Advances in Life Sciences for Betterment of Environment and Human Health (ICRALBEH-2019)
Reference
- Dr. Kamlesh Jangid
Scientist ‘E’, Bioenergy group
Curator In-charge, MACS Collection of Microorganisms (MCM)
Agharkar Research Institute, Pune, Maharashtra
Email ID: [hidden]
Skills: Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Laboratory Techniques, Instrumentation, Immunological Techniques, Polymerase Chain Reaction, Genomic DNA Extraction, Microscopy, ELISA, Microsoft Office Suite, Leadership, Communication
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Cover Letter:
I am Nidhi Soni, a recent MSc Biotechnology graduate from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore, with a CGPA of [hidden] My expertise lies in molecular biology, microbiology, and advanced lab techniques, including PCR, MALDI-TOF MS, and 16S rRNA gene sequencing. During my master’s dissertation, I gained hands-on experience in bacterial strain authentication and preservation, emphasizing precision and adherence to SOPs.
I am confident that my passion for scientific research, coupled with my technical expertise, makes me a strong candidate for QC microbiology of your organization.
I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my background and skills align with the needs of your team.
Thank you for considering my application and I look forward to hearing from you.
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