SAKSHI RAIPALLI
Oxford,UK
Summary
Motivated bioscience postgraduate with over 2 years of GMP-compliant, regulated laboratory experience as a Senior Healthcare Technical Officer at NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT). Skilled in cleanroom-like workflows, aseptic handling, component preparation, documentation accuracy, deviation reporting, and strict adherence to GMP, GCP, MHRA, and quality-assurance standards. Strong background in biological sciences, cell culture techniques, and laboratory operations, supported by an MSc in Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine. Experienced in sterilisation, sanitisation, equipment preparation, traceability systems, and working in shift-based, high-throughput environments. Adept at supporting continuous improvement, troubleshooting, and maintaining high standards of housekeeping and compliance. Eager to contribute to OXB's mission of delivering lifechanging gene therapy products.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Healthcare Technical Officer (GMP Laboratory)
NHS Blood and Transplant
Oxford
07.2023 - 11.2025
- Prepared, validated, handled, and maintained blood products according to GMP standards, which ensured their quality as well as sterility.
- Completed equipment preparation, monitoring, sanitation (including irradiation and compliance audits).
- Supported QMS documentation and generated issue logs, traceability records; followed all SOPs with high precision.
- Carried out tasks that required the use of PPE, compliance to controlled area behaviours, and contamination control principles.
- Supported documentation of deviations, incidents, and participated in Root Cause Analysis of deviations or incidents.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, suggested process improvements for both efficiency and quality.
- Coordinated Component Dispatch, Stock Management, Emergency Response of Components, and maintained Cold Chain Integrity during these processes.
- Trained new staff in GMP workflows, documentation, and SOP-based procedures.
Education
MSc - Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine
Aston University
Birmingham, UK 09.2021 - 09.2022
BSc - Biotechnology
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune, India 07.2016 - 04.2019
Skills
- GMP manufacturing and regulated laboratory operations
- Aseptic handling and component preparation
- Cleanroom behaviour and PPE compliance
- Equipment preparation, sanitization, and sterilization
- Accurate batch documentation and Quality Management System (QMS) recordkeeping
- Deviation reporting and quality incident investigations
- Cold chain monitoring and product traceability
- LIMS / electronic data recording (Pulse)
- Root cause analysis and continuous improvement support
- Cell culture, QRT-PCR, Microscopy, and Phenotypic assays
- Strong teamwork and communication
- Shift adaptability
- MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES
- Knowledge of sterile conditions, contamination control, GMP cleanroom compliance, etc.
- Willingness to work a rotating schedule, including nights and weekends, as well as extended hours if necessary.
- Ability to read and follow written documentation, such as SOPs, batch records, and other controlled manufacturing documents.
- Experience in an environment where time-sensitive production is required, and precision is critical.
Timeline
Senior Healthcare Technical Officer (GMP Laboratory)
NHS Blood and Transplant
07.2023 - 11.2025
MSc - Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine
Aston University
09.2021 - 09.2022
BSc - Biotechnology
Savitribai Phule Pune University
07.2016 - 04.2019