Suchanda Dey – The Antimicrobial Resistance Pioneer Bridging Science and Innovation

Profile Summary

Researcher with expertise in antimicrobial resistance, omics-driven drug discovery, and in-silico therapeutics. Skilled in R, Python, Bash scripting, and AI/ML for data analytics and automation. Experienced in bioinformatics, big data analysis, and biomarker discovery across genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics. Skilled in molecular biology and cell culture techniques, bridging computational and experimental research. Proven track record in industry-relevant projects funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research. Published 25+ papers and book chapters, reviewed for top journals, and co-mentored multiple research projects.

Work Experience

Freelancing Scientific Editor:

1. Reseapro Scientific Pvt. Ltd.; Bhubaneswar, India (12/2024-Current).

2. Innovative Research Bureau, New Delhi (1/2025-Current).

Responsibilities/Tasks:

• Scientific writing of research articles and review articles, etc.
• Bioinformatics and Statistical analysis, AI/ML-related data analysis.
• Hypothesis generation and experimental design.

Senior Research Fellow; Institute of Life Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. (09/2023 – 08/2024)

Achievements/Tasks:

• Worked In the Welcome Trust/ DBT alliance project “Analysis of the impact of mRNA/circRNA interaction in pancreatic beta cell physiology” under the supervision of Dr. Amaresh Panda.
• Developed workflow automation, Transcriptomic data analysis, Proteomics analysis.
• Collaborated with Scientists from other premier Institutes.
• Published a review article.

ICMR-Senior Research Fellow, SOA University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. (07/2019 – 07/2022)

Achievements/Tasks:

• Worked on the project “Establishment of molecular mechanism behind efflux mediated colistin resistance and in silico repurposing of drugs against ESKAPE pathogens.” under the supervision of Prof. E. Subudhi and Prof. Sanghamitra Pati (Director, ICMR-RMRC, Bhubaneswar).
• MDR pathogens are collected from different hospital setups and maintained in culture.
• Omics studies, Molecular docking, and MD-simulation.
• Drug-repurposing and validation by in-vitro testing.

Technician Institute of Life Science, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. (06/2016 – 01/2018)

Achievements/Tasks:

• Performed proteomics-based studies (LC-MS and 2D PAGE).
• Standardization of techniques like western blotting.
• Laboratory management.

BCIL Industrial trainee; Imgenex India Pvt. Ltd, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. (10/2015 – 05/2016)

Achievements/Tasks:

• Worked on the project: Development of p65 sandwich ELISA kit, under the guidance of Dr. Jabed Akhtar.
• Developed various Sandwich ELISA Kits for proteins like CyMV, PVX, etc., for clients.
• Routine ELISA, Western blotting, cell culture for antibody testing.

Education

2018-2024 PhD; Thesis Title: Establishment of molecular mechanism behind colistin resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae and identification of potential efflux pump inhibitors through in silico approaches
Supervisor: Dr. Enketeswara Subudhi, SOA (Deemed to be university)

2013-2015 M.Sc. Biotechnology
Trident academy of creative technology (TACT), Utkal University

2010-2013 B.Sc. Life Science
TSR &TBK Degree college, Andhra University

Certification Courses

Bioinformatics Data Science with Python Certification, Decode Life

Data Science using Python, Scaler

Docking and molecular dynamics simulation, Udemy

Internship on AI ML in Biology, Bioinformatics & Computational Biology, Biotechnika (ongoing)

Technical Skills

Bioinformatics skills:

Genomics and transcriptomics Analysis, Metagenomics, Workflow automation, Proteomics, Network Analysis, Structural Bioinformatics, Programming languages, High-Performance Computing, Machine Learning, Databases, Tools, Data Visualization, Scientific Illustration.

Laboratory and experimental skills:

Microbiology, Genomics, Protein Studies, Proteomics, Cell Culture, Animal Studies, Microscopy, Spectroscopy.

Scientific Writing

Peer-Reviewed Publications, Manuscript Preparation, Conference Proceedings and Abstracts, Research Proposal/Grant Writing, Posters, Collaborative Writing, Scientific Peer-Review, Technical Documentation.

Selected Publications

1. Dey S, Rout M, Pati S, Singh MK, Dehury B, Subudhi E. All-atoms molecular dynamics study to screen potent efflux pump inhibitors against KpnE protein of Klebsiella pneumoniae. Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics. 2024;42(7):3492-506.

2. Dey S, Gaur M, Sykes EM, Prusty M, Elangovan S, Dixit S, Pati S, Kumar A, Subudhi E. Unravelling the Evolutionary Dynamics of High-Risk Klebsiella pneumoniae ST147 Clones: Insights from Comparative Pangenome Analysis. Genes. 2023;14(5):1037. 10.3390/genes14051037

Conference Presentation

1. Poster presentation at 22nd ADNAT International Symposium on Antibiotic Resistance – One Health Perspective AROHP-2019. Held at IIT Roorkee, in March 2019.

2. Poster presentation at International Conference on Drug Discovery 2022: Success Stories – From Computation to Clinical Trials. Held at BITS PILANI, GOA CAMPUS, in November 2022.

Awards

ICMR Senior Research Fellowship, awarded for research on efflux-mediated colistin resistance and drug repurposing against ESKAPE pathogens (2019-2022).

Professional Affiliations

BIDDS (Bioinformatics and Drug Discovery Society) lifetime Member

Scientific Referees

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Declaration

I hereby declare that the information provided in this Curriculum Vitae is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

Sincerely,
Suchanda Dey

Dr. Enketeswara Subudhi
Professor, Center for Biotechnology
SOA University, Bhubaneswar, India

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Cover Letter:

Hiring Manager
MedGenome Labs Ltd.
Bengaluru, India

Subject: Application for Genome Analyst Position
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am interested in applying for the Genome Analyst position at MedGenome Labs Ltd. With a Ph.D. in Biotechnology and research experience in Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), including omics data analysis and in silico drug discovery analysis, I am eager to contribute my expertise to your esteemed organization. MedGenome’s commitment to advancing genomic diagnostics and research aligns perfectly with my interest in implementing bioinformatics, high-performance computing (HPC), and remote data analysis to drive meaningful insights in genomics.
During my research career, I have:
• Worked with bulk-NGS data, handling variant analysis, quality control (QC), and genomic interpretation.
• Utilized HPC and cloud-based remote computing environments to process large-scale genomic datasets efficiently.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including bioinformaticians, wet lab scientists, and clinicians, ensuring accurate data interpretation.
• Contributed to more than 25+ peer-reviewed publications in genomics, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics.
• Assisted in molecular diagnostic assay development and validation of mutations, including primer and probe design.
While I am highly motivated to join MedGenome’s team, I am currently looking for a remote opportunity due to relocation constraints. Given my experience working with HPC and remote bioinformatics platforms, I am confident that I can contribute effectively from a remote setting. However, as required, I am willing to travel to Bengaluru or other nearby locations for essential meetings, discussions, or training sessions. This hybrid approach will allow me to integrate seamlessly with the team while maintaining productivity.
I would love the opportunity to discuss how my skills and remote work experience can align with MedGenome’s needs. Please let me know a convenient time for a conversation. Thank you for your time and consideration, and I look forward to the possibility of contributing to MedGenome’s pioneering work in genomics.
Sincerely,
Suchanda Dey