THRIPTY MARY EAPEN
Warwick
Summary
Highly skilled laboratory professional with expertise in biochemistry, haematology, and transfusion science. Support operation of laboratory analysers, including Siemens Atellica, Abbott Alinity, Stago systems, and automated blood bank analysers. Demonstrates excellence in PCR-based COVID-19 testing, DNA/RNA extraction, sequencing techniques, Western blotting, and ELISA. Adept at maintaining quality systems through IQC/EQC protocols and ensuring compliance with SOPs and biosafety standards. Recognised for strong communication skills, exceptional organisation and prioritisation abilities, high accuracy under pressure, and adaptability to new techniques. Committed to delivering reliable results while contributing effectively within team environments or independently.
Overview
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Higher Level Biomedical Assistant
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS
Warwick, Warwickshire
2024.05 - 2026.07
- Work within multidisciplinary laboratory, including biochemistry, haematology, virology, and blood transfusion
- Support routine analytical workflows involving Siemens Atellica, Abbott Alinity, and Stago systems.
- Process, label, and track patient samples accurately using laboratory information systems
- Follow SOPs and ensure compliance with UKAS/ISO 15189 standards.
- Assist with specialised tests such as flow cytometry and external referrals.
- Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting of equipment
- Maintain clean, safe, and organised laboratory environment.
- Supported daily laboratory operations and coordinated team activities to maintain workflow and service quality.
- Ensure timely and accurate completion of workload
- Oversaw team operations during maternity cover, ensuring continuity and efficiency in laboratory processes.
- Act as point of contact and support for colleagues
- Assisted in training new and existing staff, enhancing team competency and knowledge sharing.
- Carry out manual lab tasks, including staining and ESR work
Medical Laboratory Assistant
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
2024.03 - 2024.05
- Prepared laboratory specimens and samples for efficient, accurate testing processes.
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Wexham Park Hospital-NHS
Slough
2023.07 - 2024.03
- Ensured accurate lab results by meticulously following testing protocols.
- Prepared biological samples for testing, ensuring accuracy in results.
- Streamlined laboratory processes through effective organisational strategies, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Handled sensitive patient data with exceptional attention to detail in laboratory settings. Entered accurate patient details and test information into Pathology computer system for Biochemistry.
- To accurately book, archive blood samples, and check pending tests using Winpath, Specimen Tracker, and AMS,
respectively.
Education
Master of Technology (M-Tech) - BIOTECHNOLOGY
Sathyabama University
Chennai, India 2010.01 - 2012.01
MSc - Biomedical Science, Clinical Biochemistry and Immunology pathway
Coventry University
UK 2022.05 - 2023.05
Bachelor of Technology (B-Tech) - BIOTECHNOLOGY
Anna University
Chennai, India 2006.01 - 2010.01
12th (Equivalent to A levels) - BIOLOGY SCIENCE
International Indian School
Dammam, KSA 2005.01 - 2006.01
10th (Equivalent to GCSE) -
International Indian School
Dammam, KSA 2003.01 - 2004.01
Skills
- Biochemistry: Siemens Atellica, Abbott Alinity analysers
- Stago Systems
- Haematology: ESR testing, manual staining
- Transfusion science
- COVID-19 testing: PCR using Cepheid platform
- Molecular biology: DNA/RNA extraction, PCR
- DNA sequencing techniques
- Western blotting, ELISA, and antibody-based techniques
- Cell culture
- Quality systems
- SOP compliance
- Attention to detail
LANGUAGES KNOWN
English
Malayalam
Hindi
INTERESTS
Enjoy reading biographies and motivational books.
RESEARCH EXPERIENCES/SKILLS
- MSc Biomedical Science (Clinical Biochemistry & Immunology)
Research project: Immune Escape in Lymphoma - M.Tech Project – Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, India
Research on Molecular Pathogenesis of Varicose Veins - B.Tech Project – Aristogene, Bangalore, India
Project on Purification of Carbonic Anhydrase from Chicken Erythrocytes
Timeline
Higher Level Biomedical Assistant
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS
2024.05 - 2026.07
Medical Laboratory Assistant
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
2024.03 - 2024.05
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Wexham Park Hospital-NHS
2023.07 - 2024.03
MSc - Biomedical Science, Clinical Biochemistry and Immunology pathway
Coventry University
2022.05 - 2023.05
Master of Technology (M-Tech) - BIOTECHNOLOGY
Sathyabama University
2010.01 - 2012.01
Bachelor of Technology (B-Tech) - BIOTECHNOLOGY
Anna University
2006.01 - 2010.01
12th (Equivalent to A levels) - BIOLOGY SCIENCE
International Indian School
2005.01 - 2006.01
10th (Equivalent to GCSE) -
International Indian School
2003.01 - 2004.01