Ritika Thakur – Unveiling the Secrets of a Rising Star in Pharmaceutical Research

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Ritika Thakur CV

Ritika Thakur

Enthusiastic learner aspiring to contribute to driving innovative solutions with a strong academic background in molecular biology, clinical biochemistry, and analytical techniques. Experience in quality control, bioinformatics, and pharmaceutical sciences. Seeking an entry-level industrial role in pharmaceutical research, quality control, or bio-processing.

Industrial Interests

  • Clinical biochemistry
  • Pharmaceutical analysis
  • Microbiology
  • Cell biology
  • Molecular biology and biotechnology

Work and Internships

Currently working as a Lecturer in the Department of Biochemistry, St. Francis College for Women, Begumpet, Hyderabad. Instructed and mentored undergraduate BSc life science students in both practical and theory across three academic years. June 2024-Present.

Position: Research Intern at Biotecnika, conducted a research project on “Understanding efficacy of personalized medicine in Alzheimer’s disease treatment: A Molecular docking approach” resulting in the identification of potential drug candidates. 11th April 2024 – 2nd September.

Position: QA/QC Intern at Pharmaceutical analysis lab NIPER, Hyderabad. Acquired comprehensive skills in quality assurance and quality control methodologies. Learned to handle HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV-VIS Spectrophotometer, and DPPH assay. 15th Dec 2024 – 30th March 2024.

Completed an internship program via BioLim, contributing actively to specific assignments and daily tasks, affirming dedication to professional development in a virtual work environment. March 2023 – April 2023.

Education

University College of Science, Osmania University
Biochemistry, Master of Science | Dec. 2021 – Oct. 2023
CGPA 8.2

St. Francis College for Women
Biochemistry/Chemistry/Computer Applications, Bachelor of Science | June 2018 – June 2021
CGPA of 9.4

Sri Chaitanya junior college
Stream-Biology/Physics/Chemistry | June 2016 – June 2018
CGPA 9.49

Kakatiya Vidya Niketan High School SSC
Higher Secondary CGPA of 9.3

Academic Projects

  • Academic project: “Computational Analysis of the Anticonvulsant Potential of Bioactive Compound from Indigofera.tirunelvelica.”
  • MSc Biochemistry: “Protein Mediated Synthesis Of Silver Nanocubes At Elevated Temperatures (1700C)”
  • BSc Biochemistry Dissertation: “Scrutinizing the Bioactive profile of Sprouted and Unsprouted Seeds of Moong dal, Bengal gram, Horse gram, Lobia”

Conference and Publications

  • Presented research paper titled “Computational Analysis of Anticonvulsant Potential of Bioactive Compound from Indigofera tirunelvelica.” in International Conference on “Advanced Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology (ICANN-2025) organized by Rajdhani College, University of Delhi. Paper publication is in process.
  • Published a scientific paper in WESLEYN journal under AIMC (Academic International Multidisciplinary Conference) in collaboration with UGC.
  • Participated in ICMS conference held at University of Hyderabad. Provided insights into the latest advancements and challenges in the field of clinical and molecular signaling.

Skills

  • Biochemical-Enzyme Assays, Isolation of DNA, RNA, Centrifugation
  • Molecular Biology- Gel electrophoresis, SDS-PAGE, PCR
  • Chromatography- Paper, Thin layer, Gel filtration, HPLC, LC-MS, Gas chromatography
  • Clinical Biochemistry tests- ABO blood grouping, Urine analysis, Clinical enzymology, serum analysis
  • Spectrophotometer – UV VIS spectrophotometer, IR spectrophotometer
  • Qualitative Analysis- Amino acids and proteins, Carbohydrates, Lipids and Steroids
  • Quantitative Analysis- Titrimetric experiments, Spectrometric and photometric experiments
  • Microbiology- media preparation, serial dilution, Bacterial culture
  • Food Analysis- Qualitative analysis of Food adulterants, proximate analysis
  • Bioinformatics
  • MS Office, WPS


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Cover Letter:

Hiring Manager,
I am writing to express my interest in the Microbiologist position at Star Hospitals, as advertised. With a strong academic background in Life Sciences and hands-on experience in clinical diagnostics and research, I am eager to contribute my expertise to your mission of delivering world-class healthcare. I honed my skills in microbial culture techniques, antibiotic susceptibility testing, and molecular diagnostics including PCR and ELISA. My work has consistently focused on accuracy, safety, and collaboration with physicians to ensure prompt and reliable diagnosis — qualities I believe align perfectly with the ethos at Star Hospitals.

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