Lovepreet Gill
Clyde North,VIC
Summary
Highly-motivated medical scientist with desire to take on new challenges and best utilize present educational qualifications and existing skills. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Scientist– Grade 1
Monash Health Pathology
07.2017 - Current
- Performed sample processing and pre-analytical processing of postnatal, prenatal and post mortem specimens that include isolating, dissecting and identifying appropriate tissue from chorionic villus and post mortem material for tissue culture and DNA extraction.
- Undertook cell and tissue culture initiation and maintenance.
- Performed molecular tests related to diagnostic cytogenetics such as microarray, PCR, gel and capillary electrophoresis.
- Examined experiment results to identify potential underlying causes for scientific findings.
- Used microscope to examine cells stained with dye to identify anomalies.
- Performed chromosome analysis (cutting, pairing and arranging) using conventional systems and with use of artificial intelligence systems.
- Performed Fluorescence in Situ Hybridisation testing and analysis.
- Maintained adequate supplies of stocks and solutions for laboratory procedures including preparation of laboratory reagents.
- Trained new scientific and technical staff.
- Participated in development and validation of new tests and improving existing laboratory test processes and protocols for completeness and safety.
- Maintained and calibrated lab instruments and equipment to streamline use.
- Evaluated and assessed lab equipment to resolve malfunctions and restore functionality.
- Participated in extra training and courses to refine and improve upon industry knowledge.
Zone Warden and Health & Safety Representative
Monash Health Pathology
08.2018 - Current
- Monitored health, safety and welfare of members of designated work group.
- Performed chemical and manual handling risk assessments.
- Maintained Dangerous and hazardous goods register and ChemAlert for chemical stocks.
- Educated co-workers on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Undertook OH&S orientations for new recruitments.
- Undertook 6 monthly emergency procedures refresher trainings.
- Maintained and participated in update of safe workplace protocols and procedures.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Victorian Clinical Genetics Services, Cytogenetics Laboratory
11.2015 - 07.2017
- Organized sample processing and pre-analytical processing of postnatal, prenatal and post mortem specimens.
- Initiated cell and tissue culture of Blood, amniotic fluid and placental biopsies etc
- Harvested in-situ cultured cell preparations and blood cells.
- Prepared banded chromosome preparations on microscopy slides
- Prepared, pre-treated, probed and performed post-wash off of FISH (Fluorescent in situ Hybridization) slides.
- Maintained adequate supplies of stocks and solutions for laboratory procedures including preparation of laboratory reagents
- Stored patient files and slides
- Stored cell pellets and DNA samples
- Decontaminated and maintained biohazard hoods, centrifuges, incubators and other laboratory equipment according to laboratory protocols
- Prepared collection vessels for cytogenetic samples using aseptic techniques
- Carried out other relevant support services required for provision of cytogenetic service.
Post Graduate Intern
Murdoch Children's Research Institute
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Researched, planned and conducted experiments related to post graduate research project that assessed Digital PCR's performance for non-invasive detection of fetal chromosomal aneuploidies.
- Undertook ad-hoc experiments for research group’s ongoing project investigating DNA chimerism in kidney transplant patients using copy number deletion markers.
- Genotyped and quantifying genomic DNA samples using real-time PCR.
- Performed Digital PCR experiments for absolute quantification of genomic DNA.
- Designed primers and probes for study.
- Performed scientific and statistical analysis on resulting data and written scientific reports.
- Supported research group members with administrative, research, and academic assistance.
Intern Medical Scientist
Bacteriology Laboratory, Royal Children's Hospital
07.2010 - 12.2010
- Prepared and processed of urgent and routine specimens in accordance with laboratory protocols, including microscopy and bacterial staining
- Performed laboratory experiments for growth, isolation and identification of microorganisms
- Performed antibiotic susceptibility testing on potential pathogens
- Communicated results to physicians and consultant microbiologists
- Performed assays using automated systems including Vitek 2 Compact, BactAlert 3D, PREVITM Colour Gram (BioMerieux), Biomic V3 systems
- Assisted senior scientist in laboratory in project evaluating efficiency of new commercial medium against ‘in-house’ Grenada medium for Group B Streptococcus screening.
Education
Master of Laboratory Medicine -
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC12.2014
Master of Biotechnology -
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC12.2010
Bachelor of Biotechnology -
Guru Nanak Dev University
Amritsar, Punjab, India06.2007
Skills
- Great attention to detail
- Excellent keyboard and data entry skills
- Excellent time management
- Creative, practical, honest, astute, and hardworking
- Superb ability to work well independently with complete autonomy but also contribute actively as team member
- Ability to do repetitive work without losing concentration
- Experienced user of pathology LIS
- Proven communication and presentation skills
- Ability to understand, use and report on scientific literature and own research
- High proficiency in in Microsoft word, PowerPoint and Excel to create spreadsheets, graphs and statistically analyze data
Accomplishments
- Author - Emergency Spill Response- Quick Guide (Monash Health) | 2022
- Attendance at ASDG conference | November 2022, March 2017
- Golden Key International Society Award for high academic achievement (RMIT University, Melbourne) | 2008
Professional Development Trainings
- 5-day HSR Training by Worksafe
- Zone Warden Training
- Liquid Nitrogen Handling Training (BOC)
- Emergency Spill Response Training
- Schedules Poison and Drugs Training
References
Available on request
Timeline
Zone Warden and Health & Safety Representative
Monash Health Pathology
08.2018 - Current
Medical Scientist– Grade 1
Monash Health Pathology
07.2017 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technician
Victorian Clinical Genetics Services, Cytogenetics Laboratory
11.2015 - 07.2017
Post Graduate Intern
Murdoch Children's Research Institute
07.2014 - 12.2014
Intern Medical Scientist
Bacteriology Laboratory, Royal Children's Hospital
07.2010 - 12.2010
Master of Laboratory Medicine -
RMIT University
Master of Biotechnology -
RMIT University
Bachelor of Biotechnology -
Guru Nanak Dev University
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