Postdoctoral Research Associate
University of Strathclyde
05.2022 - Current
Ankita Borah
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Glasgow,Lanarkshire
Timeline
Postdoctoral Researcher
Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
04.2021 - 03.2022
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Toyo University
05.2017 - 03.2021
Research Assistant
Toyo University
06.2014 - 02.2017
Ph.D. - Bio-nanotechnology
Toyo University
04.2014 - 03.2017
Master of Science - Molecular Biology And Biotechnology
Tezpur Central University
08.2009 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
Gauhati University
07.2005 - 06.2008
Work History
Postdoctoral Research Associate
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Lanarkshire, UK
05.2022 - Current
- Followed experimental protocols when conducting research in the preparation of lipid nanoparticles for nucleic acid delivery.
- Gathered, documented, analyzed, and discussed results with professor to develop potential publications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary industry-related personnel to develop lipid nanoparticle based-mRNA vaccines and accomplished research goals on 2 independent projects.
- Collaborated with colleagues to gather research and publish findings within 6 months.
- Maintained clean, organized and well-stocked laboratory environments.
- Enforced laboratory safety protocols and enabled safe work environment.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
Nomi, Ishikawa, Japan
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Conducted research guided by faculty supervisor in accordance with institutional guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of research findings and provided statistical analysis of data results.
- Worked to improve collective knowledge of bacterial therapy against cancer and independently completed one project within 7 months.
- Leveraged interpersonal and communication skills to mentor PhD, graduate and undergraduate students.
- Enforced laboratory safety protocols and enabled safe work environment.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Toyo University
Kawagoe, Saitama, Japan
05.2017 - 03.2021
- Contributed to and actively participated in research conception, design and execution to address defined problems.
- Wrote and published 3 peer-reviewed original research articles concerning findings and highlighted possible applications for findings.
- Conducted research guided by faculty supervisor in accordance with institutional guidelines.
- Leveraged interpersonal and communication skills to mentor 2 PhD students and successfully published 3 original articles and 2 review articles as co-author in one year.
- Presented findings at 4 international conferences.
- Maintained records of research findings with analysis and evaluation of results.
- Completed 2 projects in collaboration with University of Kyoto and University of Tsukuba, Japan and published results in 2 peer-reviewed international journals.
Research Assistant
Toyo University
Kawagoe, Saitama, Japan
06.2014 - 02.2017
- Performed synthesis and characterization of nanoparticles experiments and research in anti-cancer therapy, and documented all findings.
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Attended 3 symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Education
Ph.D. - Bio-nanotechnology
Toyo University
Japan 04.2014 - 03.2017
Master of Science - Molecular Biology And Biotechnology
Tezpur Central University
India 08.2009 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
Gauhati University
India 07.2005 - 06.2008
Skills
- Skilled in the preparation and characterization of lipid nanoparticle based mRNA vaccines
- Proficient in preparation and characterisation of polymer nanoparticles
- Proficient in Scanning Electron Microscopy, DLS, FTIR, UV-Vis/fluorescence spectrophotometry, nanodrop, confocal/fluorescence microscopy, flow cytomtery, qPCR
- Mammalian cell and bacterial culture techniques, cancer research
- Cell and molecular biology, immunofluorescence, RNA/DNA/protein isolation, western blot, ELISA, gel electrophoresis
- Proficient in cellular uptake, cellular assays, ribogreen assay, mRNA expression assay
- Animal handling and maintenance, organ/tumor extraction, intra-tumoral injection, sub-cutaneous injection, IVIS imaging
- Understanding of research procedures and methodologies, data analysis
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals, record maintenance of results
- Interdisciplinary coordination, organizational skills, team player
- Proficient in giving presentations, writing reports, oral and scientific written communication
- Project Management, specific research projects
Summary
Hardworking Postdoctoral Research Associate with demonstrated record of research success in nano-drug/lipid nanoparticle delivery, cancer biology research, and molecular biology. Self-directed and motivated professional with highly-ethical, meticulous and thorough approach. Detail-oriented and systematic with strong desire to develop abilities useful in both academia and industry-based employment.
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