R.SEENIVASAN – Unleashing the Power of Microbiology: From Lab to Life

Summary: Motivated postgraduate in Microbiology aiming to contribute to quality control, product safety, and R&D in the FMCG, pharmaceutical, dairy, or biotechnology industries. Seeking a dynamic entry-level position to apply microbiological expertise in real-world production and laboratory environments.

Profile Summary

• Detail-oriented and analytical M.Sc. Microbiology graduate with hands-on experience in microbial testing, antimicrobial efficacy assays, and sustainable bioprocess development.
• Demonstrated ability to work under sterile conditions following GMP protocols. Strong knowledge in microbial quality assessment, SDS-PAGE analysis, isolation and chromatographic techniques and bioelectrochemical processes(MFC & MEC), with academic exposure relevant to industrial applications.
• Self-motivated, problem-solving and co-active participant with good communication skills.

Technical Skills

• Microbiology: Microbial techniques including sample collection, simple and differential staining, pure culture isolation, spread/pour plate methods, microbial enumeration, stock preservation, antimicrobial activity analysis (MIC, MBC, well diffusion), biochemical characterization of microorganisms, enzyme activity screening, media preparation, and aseptic handling. Proficient with sterilization equipment such as autoclaves and hot air ovens.
• Analytical Techniques: Familiar with SDS–PAGE for protein profiling, thin layer chromatography (TLC), paper chromatography, UV-Visible spectrophotometry, and various biochemical assays for quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Molecular Biology & Cell Techniques: Nucleic acid isolation, electrophoresis and blotting techniques; theoretical understanding of PCR; basic cell culture practices. Microscopy skills include epifluorescence and bright field microscopy, along with image analysis.
• Bioelectrochemical Systems: Hands-on exposure to microbial bioelectricity production systems, bioelectrochemical process optimization by different size of proton exchange membrane, electrode functionalization and wastewater treatment by MFC system.
• Medical Lab Techniques: RBC & WBC counting, differential leukocyte count, Giemsa and Leishman staining for microbial identification, hemoglobin estimation, and microbial analysis of urine and throat samples.

Education

• M.Sc. Microbiology, Alagappa University, Karaikudi | Apr 2025 | CGPA: 8.481
• B.Sc. Microbiology, JJ College of Arts and Science(Autonomous), Pudukottai | Apr 2023 | CGPA: 8.60
• Higher Secondary Certificate (H.S.C), SMSV Boys Hr. Sec. School | Mar 2020 | 64.5%
• Secondary School Leaving Certificate (S.S.L.C), DKG Hr. Sec. School | Mar 2018 | 89%

Academic Project

Alagappa University, Karaikudi | Sep 2024 – Apr 2025

• Project: “Optimization of U-Tube shaped proton exchange membrane Microbial Fuel Cell for enhanced bioelectricity generation and wastewater treatment using septiktank wastewater.”
• Research on bioelectricity generation in MFC system using low-cost agar membrane instead of expensive nafion membrane.
• Developed 24 sets of U Tube shape MFC system in different height, length, and diameter.
• Analyzed bioelectricity generation and COD removal efficiency of every setup.

Work History

• Intern
• Genolites R&D Laboratory, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu | May 2024 – June 2024
• Performed microbial efficacy analysis of natural antimicrobials on textile substrates.
• Conducted MIC, MBC, and well diffusion assays under GMP-simulated lab conditions.
• Recorded and interpreted data to support antimicrobial textile development.

Conferences & Workshops

• Participated in the SPARC sponsored “International symposium on Bioplastics -ISB-23” organized by Department of microbiology, Alagappa university held on 12th and 13th September, 2023
• Participated in the 5th Internationl conference on “Recent trends in Microbiology” organized by department of microbiology, Alagappa university (2024).
• Attended various workshops related to problem-solving, technology transfer, and microbiology.

Certifications

• Completed the value-added course on “Indigenous Dairy Products” conducted by the PG and Research Department of Microbiology, J.J.College of Arts and Science (Autonomous) Pudukkottai (July 17, 2022 – October 22, 2022)
• Various other certifications related to microbiology, antimicrobial resistance, and mushroom technology.

Other Skills

• Software skills: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Languages: Tamil (Native), English (Professional Proficiency)

Keywords: Microbiology, Antimicrobial Efficacy, Bioelectrochemical Systems, Microbial Testing, Analytical Techniques, Cell Techniques, SDS-PAGE, Chromatography, Bioelectricity, Laboratory Skills, Research, Communication.

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