Satakshi Thakur – Uncovering the Secrets of Microbiology: A Rising Star in Pharmaceutical Research!

Summary:

Name: Satakshi Thakur

Location: Kolkata, India

Objective: Seeking a role in pharmaceutical or industrial sector to utilize scientific knowledge and skills, with a focus on research in microbiology.

Professional Experience:

Microbiologist

Patanjali Natural Coloroma Pvt. Ltd. – Haridwar, India

September 2023-March 2025

Responsibilities: Quality Control testing (microbial parameters) of herbal extracts, Maintenance of aseptic area, antibiotic assays, microbial culturing, Formulation of antimicrobial preservative.

Eastern Healthcare – Haridwar, India

November 2022-September 2023

Responsibilities: Quality Control testing of pharmaceutical products, water testing, handling of cultures.

Education:

M.Sc. in Microbiology

Lady Brabourne College, University of Calcutta, Kolkata, India

B.Sc. (Hons.) in Microbiology

T.H.K Jain College, University of Calcutta, Kolkata, India

Higher secondary (CISCE)

Central Modern school, Kolkata, India

Secondary (CISCE)

Jogamaya Memorial Institute, Kolkata, India

Research Experience & Projects:

Project work

Mini Review Author: A mini review on the antimicrobial and anti-biofilm effect of thymoquinone on Gram positive and Gram-negative bacterial species.

Research work

Formulation of an antimicrobial agent at Patanjali Natural Coloroma Pvt. Ltd.

Laboratory Skills:

Microbiology: Microbial Limit test, DNA/RNA extraction, subculturing, Staining, Antibiotic sensitivity assay, MIC, IMViC test, MPN test.

Molecular Biology & Biotech: PCR, Gel electrophoresis, SDS-PAGE, ELISA, Blotting techniques, Chromatographic techniques.

Instruments Handled: UV spectrophotometer, Autoclave, Incubators, Laminar Air Flow, Colony Counter, Centrifuge, Digital analytical balance, pH meter, Turbidity Meter, Dissolution apparatus, Disintegration test apparatus, Sonicator.

Technical Skills:

Software: MS Office Suite (word, excel, powerpoint)

Bioinformatics: Basic tools for sequence analysis and molecular modelling

Key Strengths:

Strong academic foundation, Fast learner, Team player, Excellent written and communication skills.

Languages Known:

English, Hindi, Bengali

Skills:

Microbial Limit Testing, DNA/RNA Extraction, PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, Antibiotic Sensitivity Assay, MS Office, Bioinformatics, Research, Communication.

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Cover Letter:

I am a quality control Microbiologist with 2.5 years of experience in pharmaceutical and FMCG sector. With a sound knowledge of cGMP and GLP I can work well in this industry.