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VINAYJA RATHI VISHVANATH

Graduate
London

Summary

Highly motivated and skilled graduate with hands on experience as scientific assistant in viral vaccination research at the esteemed Pasteur Institute, seeking a research assistant/Scientist position.

My experience has provided solid communication and interpersonal skills, allowing me to build relationships with clients and colleagues. I am adept at managing multiple priorities and working under tight deadlines, and I have a proven track record of delivering high-quality work. I am motivated, enthusiastic, and focused with a deep passion for challenges and fast-paced environments that allow me to learn and grow professionally. I am committed to staying up to date on R&D trends and best practices and am excited to take on new challenges and opportunities for growth. I am eager to take the next step in my career and use my capabilities to develop initiatives in a fast-paced technology environment. I am confident that my abilities and experience will add value to the team and boost conversions.


Internships

Internship Trainee - full time - Pasteur Institute, Coonoor, Tamil Nadu, India

Testing and Production of viral vaccinations. Cell line collection. Medium preparation. Cell revival. Maintenance of cell lines and cell counting.

Internship Trainee - full time- Central Drug Testing Laboratory Chennai, Tamil Nadu,India

Drugs and cosmetic testing. Methods and instruments used for drug testing.

Intern -full time -Aristrogene

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.

Recombinant DNA technology Immuno-techniques protein techniques. Microbiology Techniques. Cloning and Expression of gene and Bioinformatics. Polymerase chain reaction and Hybridization Techniques. Advanced Training in Biotechnology.

Student Trainee- Eppendorf Group, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Training in pipettes and automated pipetting systems, centrifuges spectrometers, and DNA amplification equipment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Scientific Assistant

Pasteur Institute of India
coonoor
08.2020 - 12.2022
  • I actively participated in two significant government projects focusing on viral vaccinations
  • My role encompassed conducting research, assisting in experiments, and contributing to the advancement of rabies virus-related studies
  • Project: Comparison of Mouse Neuroblastoma (Neuro-2a) Cell Line with Human Embryonic Kidney (HEK 293) Cell Line in the Detection and Estimation of Rabies Viral Antigens and Antibodies
  • Conducted extensive literature reviews and contributed to the development of the research methodology
  • Cultivated and maintained Neuro-2a and HEK 293 cell lines under sterile conditions
  • Assisted in the preparation of rabies viral antigens and antibodies for experimental analyses
  • Performed immunofluorescence assays (IFAs) to detect and quantify rabies viral antigens and antibodies in both cell lines
  • Actively participated in data collection, analysis, and interpretation, contributing to the project's findings
  • Collaborated with team members to draft research reports and present the results in scientific conferences
  • Project: The Study on Adaptation and Infectivity Titre of Rabies Virus Strains in Murine Neuroblastoma-2a, Baby Hamster Kidney-21, and Rhabdomyosarcoma Cell Lines
  • Assisted in the preparation and handling of different rabies virus strains in the laboratory
  • Cultivated and maintained Murine Neuroblastoma-2a, Baby Hamster Kidney-21, and Rhabdomyosarcoma cell lines
  • Conducted virus titration assays to determine the infectivity titre of rabies virus strains in various cell lines
  • Performed plaque assays and immunofluorescence assays to evaluate viral replication and adaptation in the different cell lines
  • Contributed to the documentation and analysis of experimental data, enabling comprehensive research insights
  • Assisted in troubleshooting experiments and resolving any technical challenges encountered during the project
  • KEY CONTRIBUTIONS AND ACHIEVEMENTS:
  • Successfully executed experiments and data collection, leading to valuable findings for both projects
  • Actively contributed to the development and implementation of research methodologies
  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills in coordinating multiple tasks and meeting project deadlines
  • Played a vital role in maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring a safe and functional research environment
  • Collaborated effectively with fellow researchers, fostering a positive and productive team environment.
  • Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Biotechnology

Rajalakshmi Engineering College
Tamil Nadu, India

Master of Science - Drug Discovery And Pharmaceutical Science

University of Nottingham
Nottingham, UK

Master of Science - Management

University of Hertfordshire
Hertfordshire UK

Skills

    Applied Calculus

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Accomplishments

As a scientific assistant at the Pasteur Institute, I gained valuable hands-on research skills, deepened my understanding of virology, and instilled a passion for contributing to public health initiatives through scientific research. I am eager to leverage my expertise and continue making meaningful contributions to the field of viral vaccinations and infectious diseases.

CORE SKILLS: Laboratory techniques including cell culture, immunofluorescence assays (IFAs), plaque assays, virus titration, viral antigen, and antibody detection techniques. Virology Expertise such as virus strains their adaptation, and infectivity titration in various cell lines. Vaccine trails, clinical trials regulations, Health and social care research, well versed in GCP, GCLP, GMP. Research methodology data collection and analysis, critically analyze data and interpreting experimental results to draw meaningful conclusions. Time management excellent organizational skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting project deadlines. Able to prioritize tasks effectively to ensure timely completion of experiments and data analysis. Team collaboration strong team player, collaborating effectively with fellow colleagues. Critical thinking demonstrated ability to think critically and analytically, applying problem-solving skills to address research questions and interpret complex data sets. Passion for scientific research enthusiastic about contributing to advancements in research and development and public health through scientific research. My experiences at the Pasteur Institute have provided me with a comprehensive skill set in research and development, clinical trials, laboratory techniques, and data analysis. I am thrilled to continue leveraging these skills to contribute to impactful research projects aimed at improving public health globally.

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