Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Projects Undertaken
Positions Of Responsibility
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Adithiya Balaji

378 Draper St, Parramatta Park,Qld

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proven track record of success in project management, research, and team collaboration. Skilled in developing innovative solutions and navigating complex regulatory environments. Strong communicator with a passion for exploring new technologies and driving organizational growth. Eager to leverage diverse experiences to contribute effectively to team goals and exceed expectations in a dynamic work environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

FNQ Food Incubator
Cairns, Australia
02.2024 - Current
  • Responsible for the complete comprehension of the manufacturing facility
  • Responsible for developing new products for clients
  • Worked with farmers and growers to develop new value-added products
  • Researched on indigenous food products to manufacture them at a commercial scale.

Intern

Tirutanni Cooperative Sugar Mills Ltd
Chennai, India
01.2022 - 02.2022
  • Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes
  • Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives
  • Learnt various laboratory test in sugar industry.

Intern

Food Regulation And Compliance Center
Delhi, India
11.2021 - 12.2021
  • Learned about Food safety standards and regulations followed in India
  • Gathered information on how to file for food safety licensing
  • Completed research, compiled data, and produced timely reports.

Project Intern

Promeat
Delhi, India
07.2021 - 08.2021
  • Responsible for designing packaging for plant-based burger patties
  • Acquired knowledge of industry trends and developed solutions and strategies through effective research.

Education

Master of Science - Food Science and Technology

The University of Queensland
06.2024

Bachelor of Technology - Biotechnology

Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering
06.2022

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Quick learner
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Good Communication skills
  • Mentorship skills
  • Entrepreneurial skills

Projects Undertaken

  • Blending of Cold Pressed Coconut, Peanut, and Gingelly Oil to Enhance the Physico Chemical Properties and Antimicrobial Studies.
  • Identification of suitable, cost-effective and environmentally sustainable packaging material for plant based meat analogues.
  • Heavy metal removal using biosorption.

Positions Of Responsibility

  • Treasurer of UQ Food Science Club (UQFSC), The University of Queensland
  • President of Red Ribbon Club, Sri Vekateswara College of Engineering
  • Executive committee member of Student Biotech Forum, Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering

Affiliations

  • UQ Ventures Validate - Worked in a team in developing a business idea.
  • UQ Ventures Curiosity - Developed entrepreneurial mindset and increased my network.
  • UQ Science Leader - Sharpened my leadership skills by contributing to university life and improving the student experience for others.
  • Get-Set Mentor - Developed communication and mentoring skills
  • Leadership and Mentoring Program

Accomplishments

  • Inaugural Food and Beverage Accelerator Regional Internship Program Scholarship of $6000.
  • International High Achievers Scholarship of $10000 for high merit by academic performance.
  • Best Poster Award

Timeline

Intern

FNQ Food Incubator
02.2024 - Current

Intern

Tirutanni Cooperative Sugar Mills Ltd
01.2022 - 02.2022

Intern

Food Regulation And Compliance Center
11.2021 - 12.2021

Project Intern

Promeat
07.2021 - 08.2021

Master of Science - Food Science and Technology

The University of Queensland

Bachelor of Technology - Biotechnology

Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering
Adithiya Balaji