About
Summary
Experienced Laboratory Manager, Microbiologist & Researcher with over 14 years of progressive expertise in microbiology, molecular biology, clinical research, diagnostic laboratory management, and quality assurance across international health organizations and accredited laboratories. Demonstrated success in leading laboratory operations, implementing quality management systems, and ensuring compliance with international standards. Proven ability to train and supervise multidisciplinary teams, optimize workflows, and support molecular diagnostic and mycobacteriology research initiatives. Conducted extensive studies in mycobacteriology, clinical diagnostics, and infectious disease research, contributing to high-quality data collection, analysis, and reporting. Skilled in laboratory techniques, experimental design, and supporting translational research initiatives in both academic and field-based settings.
Positions
Laboratory Quality Manager Jan 2024 - Sep 2025
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Implementation, monitoring of quality in laboratory operations
Documentation related to quality management system in TB laboratory
NGS validation and implementation for Drug resistance TB diagnostics
Managing of Lab activities and Laboratory Staff
Training of Lab Personnel on Diagnostic techniques, Quality Systems & Biosafety
Application Specialist Sep 2022 - Jan 2024
HaystackAnalytics Private Limited
Genome Sequencing for Sepsis Cases using Nanopore Sequencing
Training and setting up of nodal centers across India on Nanopore Sequencing
Monitoring of sequencing runs in laboratories across India and providing technical support.
Documentation maintenance related to sequencing runs and troubleshooting
Laboratory Supervisor Aug 2019 - Aug 2022
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Performed targeted & whole genome sequencing Study for Drug resistance TB diagnostics.
Implementation, monitoring of activities in laboratory related to TB diagnosis.
Documentation related to daily/monthly activities in TB laboratory.
Supervision of Laboratory, Lab Staff and Diagnostic activities.
Data Analysis for Monthly/Quarterly Reports.
Senior Scientific Officer Sep 2018 - Jul 2019
Aspira PathLab & Diagnostics Limited
Supervision of Laboratory, Lab Staff and Diagnostic activities.
Training Staff on Good Laboratory Practices and Various Diagnostics Tests as per SOPs.
Assisted Microbiologists with implementation of newer diagnostics tests, Documentation, SOP Preparations & Data Analysis
Stock Management for Consumables & Reagents required in the Laboratory.
Perform Laboratory tests (Bacteriology, Molecular or Mycobacteriology related) as backup in case of shortage of staff
Perform Validation of kits and tests
Assisted Biomedical Engineers with the Maintenance of the Laboratory Equipments
Perform Calibration of Instruments used in the Laboratory
Laboratory Technician & Technical Officer May 2016 - Feb 2018
Grant Medical College & Sir J. J. Group of Hospitals
Supervision of Laboratory, Lab Staff and Diagnostic activities.
Training Staff on Good Laboratory Practices and Various Diagnostics Tests as per SOPs.
Assisted Microbiologists with implementation of newer diagnostics tests, Documentation, SOP Preparations & Data Analysis
Stock Management for Consumables & Reagents required in the Laboratory.
Perform Proficiency testing for Line Probe Assays & Liquid MGIT DSTs and Validation of kits and tests
Assisted Biomedical Engineers with the Maintenance of the Laboratory Equipments
Perform Calibration of Instruments used in the Laboratory
Perform diagnostic tests like Microscopy, GeneXpert, Line Probe Assay, Liquid Culture and DST for TB diagnosis.
Documentation related to daily/monthly activities in TB laboratory.
Education
Haffkine Institute for Training, Research & Testing, University of Mumbai 2012 - 2018
Field of study: Microbiology
Degree: Master of Science by Research
M. Sc. By Research (Microbiology): Project titled "Comparative Analysis of Different Molecular Method for Diagnosis of Multi-Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis"
Also was handling other projects related to Tuberculosis, ESBLs, Emtact Nosode, Antimicrobial Activities of various compounds and Fruit Juices.
Documentation preparation related to accreditation and SOPs
Wilson College, University of Mumbai 2008 - 2011
Field of study: Microbiology
Degree: Bachelor Of Science
Skills
Management Skills –
Supervising the Laboratory,
Training the Laboratory Personnel,
Assisting Lab-in-charge in overall Laboratory and Quality Management
Preparation of Documents, Reports & Data Analysis
Maintenance & Calibration of Lab Instruments
Laboratory Skills –
Molecular biology techniques such as DNA isolation, Gene amplification (PCRs), electrophoresis.
Higher molecular techniques such as Next Gen-Sequencing & Whole Genome Sequencing (Illumina & Nanopore).
Microbiological techniques like Bacterial, Fungal culture isolation, identification.
Handling clinical samples including pulmonary and extra pulmonary tuberculosis samples and its processing
Personal Skills –
Good hand at Practical work
Well Versed with handling Computers and using Technology.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Responsible team worker with willingness to work and learn.
Confidence of working under any condition.
Professional interests
Understanding of Drug Resistance Mechanisms
Anti Microbial Resistance
Gene Expression Studies
Diagnostics Research
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