Chandrasekaram Kansrajh
Cromer,Uk
Summary
Driven research-oriented professional with extensive adaptability and profound expertise in biotechnology and related fields, pursuing opportunities in relevant sectors to leverage vast experience and knowledge.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Manager
A J Retail
Cromer, Uk
10.2023 - Current
- Set routines for shop opening and closing to maintain consistency daily.
- Manage and oversee shop operations to keep efficiency high throughout shifts.
- Run sales floor and prioritise customer satisfaction and store profitability outcomes.
Senior Microbiologist
Opex Global Pvt Ltd
Colombo, Srilanka
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted R&D team in formulating new biofertiliser, contributing to innovative product development.
- Reviewed laboratory notebooks and logbooks, ensuring adherence to research protocols and maintaining data integrity.
- Interact internally with Manufacturing, Engineering, Facilities, Validation, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Project Management, and Materials Management groups. Interacts externally with clients, material/equipment vendors and commercial partners.
- Communicated operational status, safety issues, and maintenance concerns promptly to facility management, facilitating timely resolution.
- Understands and applies principles of biosafety to maintain a safe workplace for self and others.
Laboratory Head
1Blue Earth PVT LTD
Rajagiriya
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Supervised and managed laboratory staff, ensuring full staffing and adherence to safety protocols and laboratory procedures.
- Maintained high standards of quality control, ensuring proper calibration and maintenance of equipment, correct adherence to procedures, and accuracy of data.
- Managed laboratory budget, overseeing equipment and supply purchases, expenses, and appropriate fund allocation.
- Developed new products by analysing current market demands.
- Assessed risks in production processes to identify potential issues.
Analyst Microbiology
SGS Lanka Pvt Ltd
Colombo, 02
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Enumeration of Microbial Load in food sample ISO 4833 standard
- Total Bacteria count, Yeast and mould count. ISO 21527 standard
- Microbial Media Preparation based on ISO 11133 standard
- Conducted quality testing and reporting using established workflows and templates, ensuring thorough documentation and adherence to testing methods.
- Executed job-specific tasks in compliance with international standards and standard operating procedures, ensuring consistent quality and safety.
- Performed troubleshooting activities to efficiently resolve technical issues, minimising downtime and maintaining operational integrity.
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Assistant Manager in Quality control
Lifecell International Private Limited
Chennai
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Applied understanding of regulatory expectations to process development and supported process risk assessments to ensure compliance.
- Executed project operations by writing experimental protocols and coordinating laboratory activities to facilitate research objectives.
- Recording, analyzing and distributing statistical information using Minitab-18 software
- Trained new employees on technical expertise and compliance issues relevant to the lab setting.
- Participated in development of diabetic wound healing product using amnion membrane, contributing to research and innovation.
- Managed online presence for Lifecel, overseeing website content and updates.
Team Leader in Cell Culture Department
Lifecell International Private Limited
Chennai
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Conducted 3D cell culture using microcarriers in spinner flask and upscaled processes to bioreactor.
- Collected hematopoietic stem cells from cord blood and managed cryostorage processes.
- Performed enzyme linked sorbent assay (ELISA) for various growth factors (VEGF, FGF, IL6, TNF alpha, etc.) to assess anti-inflammation activity of bioactive molecules.
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Executive in Cell culture Lab
Lifecell International Private Limited
Chennai
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Isolated, expanded and cryostored mesenchymal stem cells from umbilical cord to support research projects.
- Maintained mammalian cell lines including THP 1, human umbilical vein endothelial, fibroblast, RAW 264.7 and keratinocytes cells for various experimental applications.
- Designed and maintained Lifecel's company website to enhance online presence and accessibility of information.
Research Associate
Life Teck Research Centre
Arumbakkam
05.2010 - 05.2011
- Investigated toxicity levels of herbal extracts on cancer cell lines (MCF-7, VERO, HeLa, Hep G2) using MTT assay, contributing to research on potential therapeutic agents.
- Conducted hands-on demonstrations of PCR, RFLP, SDS PAGE, DNA isolation, RNA isolation, and protein purification methods, facilitating student learning and laboratory proficiency.
- Guided college students in microbiology and animal tissue culture projects, enhancing their practical skills and understanding of research methodologies.
Education
Master of Science - Microbiology
Madras Christian College
Chennai, India01-2013
Bachelor Of Science - Microbiology
St. Joseph's College
Chennai, India01-2010
General Certificate of Education Advanced Level - Biology
St.John's College
Jaffna01-2006
Skills
- Microbial identification
- Microbial analysis
- ELISA and PCR techniques
- MTT assay
- Cell culture
- Quality control
- GMP and GLP compliance
- ISO documentation
- Data analysis
- Analytical skills
- Lab maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Leadership abilities
- Initiative and teamwork
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Microbial analysis
Languages
Tamil
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Custom
- Mr. Kasun Anushka, MEP Engineer, Opex Holdings Pvt Ltd, +94771813740, No8/3A, Heenpandala Road, Galle
- Mr. A Girisharan, Quality Auditor, Fresh Product Department, Jaykay Marketing, John Keels, 0761278017
Accomplishments
● Awarded as “EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR” 2018 - Lifecell Pvt Ltd .
● Best support for Quality Control Team 2017 - Lifecell Pvt Ltd .
● Best Performer in Quality Control Team 2016 - Lifecell Pvt Ltd .
● Received Rising Star Award among all New Recruits in 2014 -Lifecell Pvt Ltd
Timeline
Retail Manager
A J Retail
10.2023 - Current
Senior Microbiologist
Opex Global Pvt Ltd
08.2022 - 09.2023
Laboratory Head
1Blue Earth PVT LTD
10.2021 - 08.2022
Analyst Microbiology
SGS Lanka Pvt Ltd
03.2019 - 02.2020
Assistant Manager in Quality control
Lifecell International Private Limited
01.2018 - 12.2018
Team Leader in Cell Culture Department
Lifecell International Private Limited
01.2016 - 12.2016
Executive in Cell culture Lab
Lifecell International Private Limited
01.2013 - 12.2013
Research Associate
Life Teck Research Centre
05.2010 - 05.2011
Master of Science - Microbiology
Madras Christian College
Bachelor Of Science - Microbiology
St. Joseph's College
General Certificate of Education Advanced Level - Biology
St.John's College