**SANDRA SAJI**
**SUMMARY**
Detail oriented and skilled Toxicologist with almost 1 year of practical experience in preclinical toxicology research, specializing in acute, subacute, chronic, carcinogenicity, and developmental and reproductive toxicity (DART) studies. Demonstrates expertise in animal handling, data analysis, and meticulous documentation, ensuring adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and strict compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). Committed to upholding data integrity and accuracy in support of regulatory submissions.
**EXPERIENCE**
**Bioscience Research Foundation, Chennai**
Study Scientist
18/01/2024 – Present
– Conducted and managed toxicological studies, including 5-pack acute studies, sub-acute studies, chronic and carcinogenicity studies, and DART (Developmental and Reproductive Toxicity) studies.
– Ensured compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) in all study phases, from planning to execution and reporting.
– Skilled in animal handling and monitoring, preclinical assessments adhering to ethical guidelines and institutional regulations.
– Ensuring accurate and thorough data documentation including measurements, observations, and recording results with regards to good documentation practices.
– Prepare plans and reports as sponsor and internal copy along with monitoring the quality of experimental procedures and data, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
– Assist in the preparation and validation of study protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
**CSIR – Central Drug Research, Lucknow**
Trainee
07/08/2023 – 29/09/2023
– Trainee at CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow for Skill Development Programme in Advanced Spectroscopic Techniques like NMR, HPLC, LC-MS, UV, IR at SAIF & R Department.
**PlanetSpark, Haryana**
Tutor
30/11/2023 – Present
– Working as an English Communication & Public Speaking expert (Part-time).
**EDUCATION**
– **Loyola College, Chennai**
MSc Biotechnology (2021-2023)
– **Christ College, Irinjalakuda**
BSc Zoology (2018-2021)
**PROJECTS**
1. Study Scientist in Prenatal & Developmental Toxicity Study.
2. Study Scientist in Combined Chronic & Carcinogenicity Study.
3. Study of secondary metabolites as antioxidants from marine fungi (MSc Project).
**CERTIFICATIONS**
– Course completion certificate in two months skill development programme on advanced spectroscopic techniques (UV, IR, HPLC, LC-MS, NMR).
– Course completion certificate in ‘Data Analytics through Python’ offered by Loyola College, Chennai as a Value-added course.
– National Cadet Corps (NCC) ‘C’ certificate holder.
**ACHIEVEMENTS & AWARDS**
– Paper Publication: Book: “Research Insights of Life Science Students (Volume 4)”. Topic: “Antioxidants, a cure which is worth finding and fighting against cancer”. ISBN No: 978-93-91342-65-4 (in press).
– Paper Presentation. Topic: “Isolation and extraction of natural antioxidants from marine fungi”. Venue: National Conference on Biotechnological developments for sustainability in Agriculture, Environmental & Health -BDSAEH 2023, Hindustan College of Arts and Science, Chennai.
– GenBank Submission. Strain: Aspergillus costaricensis. Accession number: OR096560.
**CONFERENCES & WORKSHOPS**
– One-day workshop and hands-on lab experience on “Practices in Molecular Docking” conducted by Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, Trivandrum.
– A two-day workshop and hands-on lab experience on “R for Biologists” organized by NyBerMan Bioinformatics, Europe.
**INTERNSHIP**
– Intern at Jubilee Mission Hospital & Research Centre in Karyotyping & Molecular biology techniques (July 2022).
– Volunteering intern in Youth Empowerment Foundation for one month at Internshala.
**SKILLS**
Animal handling, Advanced spectroscopic techniques, Karyotyping, Molecular biology techniques, Basic laboratory techniques, Python, Microsoft Office.
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Cover Letter:
Sandra Saji
Padinjare Parampill
Pallickachira PO
Paippad, Kottayam
12/02/2025
Hiring Manager
Technoculture Research Pvt. Ltd.
Subject: Application for Research Data Analyst Position
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to express my interest in the Research Data Analyst position at Technoculture Research Pvt. Ltd. With MSc in Biotechnology and hands-on experience in toxicological research, data analysis, and preclinical studies, I am eager to contribute my analytical skills to your organization.
During my tenure as a junior scientist, I have worked extensively with large datasets from acute, subacute, chronic, and developmental toxicity studies. My expertise in statistical analysis, data interpretation, and regulatory documentation ensures accuracy in reporting findings critical for decision-making. Additionally, my proficiency in Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and compliance with GLP guidelines align well with the standards upheld by your organization.
I am excited about the prospect of joining your team and utilizing my skills to enhance research outcomes. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss my qualifications further. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Best Regards,
Sandra Saji
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