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Arjun Mahalingam

Bristol,Somerset

Summary

Experienced Genetic Technologist with a medical pharmacology background, with a keen interest in developments and the applicaiton of genomic advancements to clinical practice. Expertise in LIMS, quality management, PCR, and sequencing. Proven ability to deliver timely results through meticulous analysis and laboratory testing skills. Seeking to contribute to novel research and diagnostics as a Genomic Clinical Scientist.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Genetic Technologist

NHS North Bristol Trust
Bristol , Somerset
04.2024 - Current
  • Supported continuous running of genetic analyses on patient samples, ensuring TATs and adherence to workflow protocols.
  • Provided technical support under senior staff. Assisted in technical developments and the introduction of new diagnostic workflows quality maintenance, and assisting in laboratory operations and research projects.
  • Maintained quality control through internal/external assurance procedures and audits. Developed and revised controlled Q-Pulse documentation, addressing potential issues through PIRs and troubleshooting.
  • Ensured proper receipt, stock acceptance, preparation, use, and documentation of reagents and consumables.
  • Adhered to SOPs, safety regulations, and laboratory policies, contributing to policy development.
  • Facilitated clear communication with clinicians and lab staff regarding sample requirements and test availability.
  • Supervised and trained junior staff, participating in CPD and training programs.

Healthcare Scientist

UK Health Security Agency
London, City of London
09.2023 - 03.2024
  • Experienced professional in HPV vaccine impact surveillance, adept at performing and interpreting test results with a focus on adherence to protocols
  • Skilled in developing new procedures and employing various nucleic acid extraction, DNA visualization, purification, sequencing, and quantification methods
  • Proficient in block-based PCR, real-time PCR, and Luminex-based genotyping/serology
  • Demonstrated expertise in specimen management, document preparation, and contributing to incident investigations
  • Committed to maintaining high laboratory standards, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, and actively participating in quality assurance and audit programs
  • Efficient in using software packages, entering results into LIMS, and overseeing stock for service continuity
  • Dedicated to advancing vaccination effectiveness through continuous improvement and proactive contribution to training programs

Senior MLA

TDL Health Services Laboratories
10.2022 - 09.2023
  • Working within the routine Biochemistry & haematology automated blood science department working with fast turn-around-time samples
  • Assisting in the processing and manual analysis of samples using a wide range of analysers to facilitate testing across the service
  • Assisted in the maintenance and quality control of the GLP track and high-performance automated analysers, including the Cobas 8000, Sysmex XN series heamatology analysers
  • Additionally tracking, handling and storing sample TAT's and checking the confirmations of urgent samples to maintain quality assurance standards through IQAs and EQAs were part of my routine duties

Medical Laboratory Assistant

06.2020 - 07.2022
  • Facilitating the running of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) RT-PCR Assays during the emergence of the B.1.1.529(Omicron) variant in the UK
  • More recently, working along the sexual health testing department in running CT/GC in multi-test diagnostic testing
  • Assisting in the sample triage system, unpacking & sample tracking, processing (aliquoting), direct PCR analysis and storage
  • Performing work in accordance to the standards outlined by UKAS, adhering closely to analytical SOP's via Q-Pulse and carrying out tasks under guidelines through the quality control procedures
  • Assisting in training of new starters where appropriate given competency has been validated
  • Answering telephone queries, dealing with enquiries using defined protocols with respect to professional boundaries
  • Within the virology sexual health department, checking test codes on Winpath and auditing samples that have been incomplete for a duration
  • Processing and running CT/GC samples on the Hologic Panther system, working with multi-test codes, and running multiple tests on samples
  • Trained on panther maintenance and running to ensure high throughput testing
  • Storing and aliquoting any positive confirmations that get caught up and pushing through results

Support Worker / Carer

Lifeways Group
06.2020 - 07.2022
  • Delivering direct care and support, in accordance with CQC values, to individuals within the services
  • Reading & comprehending care plans of all the individuals to ensure the principles of holistic, person-centred approach are apparent in all interactions
  • Working as part of a team during day and night shifts in maintaining and recording daily support notes, MAR charts and financial records, whilst supporting the service users (not limited to) making decisions, personal care, daily routine, and diet, with respect to the care / support plans
  • Acting as a designated safeguarding officer for the individuals that I am supporting ensuring comprehension of all emergency information
  • Participating in regular learning and development activities to ensure that the skills are developed and maintained and attend all meetings as requested to develop / update support plans

Trustee / Project Coordinator

Discovery SVS
08.2018 - 01.2022
  • Producing and facilitating projects to offer support to communities in and around the greater south Wales region
  • Running projects in various walks of life; including Gadget Explorers and Age Exchange, both projects working on brightening and improving the lifestyle of adults with additional needs and Elderly respectively

Clinical Skills Technician

London South Bank University
01.2021 - 09.2021
  • Working alongside the clinical skills technical team in the setup and running of scheduled classes and/or events in the clinical skills laboratories
  • Assisting in the delivery of sessions when required by the department
  • Identifying and preparing relevant equipment for delivery of scheduled sessions as directed by the senior clinical skills technician
  • Assisting the technical team with collection and adequate storage of laboratory equipment following scheduled laboratories sessions, keeping check of inventory and management of clinical equipment
  • Assisted in the transition to a new storage system and facilitated the upkeep and maintenance of the clinical skills laboratories and associated equipment stores

Telephone Interviewer

IFF Research
09.2020 - 03.2021
  • Acting as a telephone interviewer for various social and marketing survey's ensuring that all data taken is in accordance with the Market Research Society (MRS) code of conduct
  • Being flexible and adaptable in my calling response to this role to ensure that my approach is well received

Education

Biomed Science Top-up modules -

Ulster University
02.2023 - 02.2025

BSc - Medical Pharmacology

Swansea University
Sketty, SA2 8PP
09.2011 - 07.2018

IGCSEs - 8AS, 2As, 1B

Haberdashers Boys School
Elstree, Herts
05.2015 - 06.2015

Skills

  • Manual & Automated PCR techniques
  • Quality management systems IQA and EQA principles
  • Critical equipment reporting
  • LIMS
  • Information governance
  • Training
  • Unit meeting minutes
  • Stock management
  • Sequencer library prep, loading & Maintenance
  • Sample Handling
  • Laboratory testing
  • Data management
  • Database proficiency
  • Data analysis

Custom

Swansea University Triathlon Club, Member and enthusiast participated in Varsity against Cardiff Uni and actively attend training to improve my skills and pace for BUCS. Karate (Jujutsu), Achieved black belt (1st Dan) (continuing to higher grade); also assisting in mentoring. Avid Volunteer, Volunteering DiscoverySVS in many projects involved in the local community, caller with AgeUK, acted as a tutor at EYST, and supporting my local charity shop. Duke of Edinburgh, Gold award completing a four day group hiking expedition with a year of volunteering and supporting the local community.

Timeline

Genetic Technologist

NHS North Bristol Trust
04.2024 - Current

Healthcare Scientist

UK Health Security Agency
09.2023 - 03.2024

Biomed Science Top-up modules -

Ulster University
02.2023 - 02.2025

Senior MLA

TDL Health Services Laboratories
10.2022 - 09.2023

Clinical Skills Technician

London South Bank University
01.2021 - 09.2021

Telephone Interviewer

IFF Research
09.2020 - 03.2021

Medical Laboratory Assistant

06.2020 - 07.2022

Support Worker / Carer

Lifeways Group
06.2020 - 07.2022

Trustee / Project Coordinator

Discovery SVS
08.2018 - 01.2022

IGCSEs - 8AS, 2As, 1B

Haberdashers Boys School
05.2015 - 06.2015

BSc - Medical Pharmacology

Swansea University
09.2011 - 07.2018

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