Hridya Vijay
Bentley,WA
Summary
PhD in Applied Geology (Major Microbiology) student. Experience of more than 2 year working with wet lab techniques. Exceptionally motivated self-starter and creative problem solver who works hard. Hands-on experience in handling microbial cultures, preparation, and routine microbiological laboratory techniques. Strong knowledge of standard laboratory methods. Profound problem-solving, planning and organization skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Curtin University
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Performed qualitative analysis in collaboration with Murujuka Indigenous Rock Art Project Western Australia.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment and on-site.
- Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
- Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
University Associate
Curtin University
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Gained Professional expertise in advanced techniques in Molecular biology and Microbiology
- Performed PCR, DNA and RNA extraction, Gel electrophoresis, 16s rRNA sequencing using MiSeq Illumina, performed and interpreted multiple real-time PCR assays.
- Conducted supplemental scientific literature research and presented data
- Collaborated projects with private sectors- Alcoa Australia Ltd.
Project
Indian Institute Of Spices Research
04.2019 - 11.2019
- Worked on Project- "Expression Analysis of a novel zinc transporter gene from Turmeric mediated by a promising soil zinc solubilizing bacteria"
- Experienced in DNA and RNA extraction, qRT-PCR, Inverse PCR, Reverse Transcription and cDNA synthesis, inhibitor removal, gene expression techniques, plant tissue culture
Education
Ph.D. - Applied Geology (Major Microbiology)
Curtin University
Perth, WA2025
Master of Science - Microbiology
Mar Athanasius College, Mahatma Gandhi University
Kottayam, Kerala, India04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Industrial Microbiology
Sree Ayyappa College, University of Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India05.2017
Skills
- Laboratory Testing
- Research Reporting
- Data Collection
- Document Management
- Data Analysis
- Cell culture
- Gel electrophoresis
- Microbiology
- Molecular Biology
Timeline
Research Assistant
Curtin University
03.2022 - 03.2023
University Associate
Curtin University
09.2020 - 11.2021
Project
Indian Institute Of Spices Research
04.2019 - 11.2019
Ph.D. - Applied Geology (Major Microbiology)
Curtin University
Master of Science - Microbiology
Mar Athanasius College, Mahatma Gandhi University
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Industrial Microbiology
Sree Ayyappa College, University of Kerala
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