Sarika Zala – Microbiologist

Summary

Microbiologist with experience in research institutes, diagnostic laboratories, and FMCG. Expertise in analyzing research papers, conducting complex tests in microbiology and molecular biology, and staying updated with current research trends.

Experience

Kasturba Hospital for Infectious Disease, Mumbai – November 2023

• Worked in Viral Research Diagnostic Laboratory
• Automated and Manual Extraction of Nucleic acids
• Performed ELISA and PCR for KFD, Measles, and Rubella

Project Technical Officer, ICMR-NIRRCH, Mumbai

• Project Assistant, ICMR-NIRRCH, Mumbai
• Project – National Family Health Survey-6 (HIV)
• Managed data and NABL documentation
• Coordinated with ICMR-NITVAR and IIPS
• Conducted 1st Line & 2nd Line ELISA of HIV DBS samples

GGMC & Sir [hidden] Group of Hospitals, Mumbai – July 2024

• Molecular Biologist – Technical Intern, Suburban Diagnostics, Mumbai
• Technical Support Microbiologist, Paxchem Ltd, Mumbai
• Assistant Professor, Institute of Science, Mumbai
• Project Assistant, SIES IIEM, Nerul

Education

• Master of Science ([hidden]) in Microbiology, 2018
• Bachelor of Science ([hidden]) in Microbiology, 2016
• Higher Secondary School Certificate ([hidden]), 2013
• Secondary School Certificate ([hidden]), 2011

Publications

• Gajbhiye, R. K., Mahajan, N. N., Waghmare, R. B., Zala, S., et al. (2021). Clinical characteristics, outcomes, & mortality in pregnant women with COVID-19 in Maharashtra, India: Results from PregCovid registry. The Indian journal of medical research, 153(5&6), 629–636.
• Waghmare R, Chaaithanya IK, Zala S, et al. (2021) Outcomes of COVID-19 in Pregnant Women with Sickle Cell Disease in India: A Case Series. Indian J Hematol Blood Transfus. 2021;1-3.
• Malik S, Jain D, Bokade CM, Savaskar S, Deshmukh LS, Wade P, Madhura AD, Suryawanshi M, Bandichhode ST, Bodhgire SB, Zala S. Outcomes in neonates born to mothers with COVID-19 during the second wave in India. European Journal of Pediatrics. 2022 Sep;181(9):3537-43.
• Zala S#, Munshi H#, Mahajan NN, Surve S, Gajbhiye R (2023). Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on maternal and neonatal outcomes: A narrative review and evidence from the PregCovid registry. JRHM. 2023; 4,2

Skills

• Microbiology techniques
• Molecular Biology Techniques: DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, Electrophoresis, Protein purification
• Immunology techniques
• Good documentation practices: Technical reports & Specifications
• Data analysis
• Project Management
• MS Office
• R Software: Beginner
• SPSS: Intermediate
• Interpersonal communication
• Teamwork
• Problem solving
• Adaptability
• Positive attitude
• Leadership skills
• Collaboration
• Critical thinking

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Cover Letter:

Through my job experience I have developed skills in Molecular biology techniques. I wish to grow in my career and hence interested in working in your company.