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MEGHANA YERUVA

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Dynamic professional with a diverse academic foundation in agricultural sciences and rural development, complemented by advanced expertise in biotechnology, informatics, and management. Skilled in integrating multidisciplinary knowledge to develop innovative solutions in biotechnology, agribusiness, and rural development. Experienced in research, data analysis, project management, and strategic planning, with a focus on optimizing productivity and sustainability. Adept at working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders to drive impactful results, and contribute to organizational growth. Organized professional specialized in genetics and genomics, genetic regulation of secondary metabolism, and fungal biology.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

QA Assistant

Lamb Weston Australia Pty Ltd
VIC, Australia
03.2024 - Current
  • Collection of samples for external lab testing
  • Raw material and finished product grading
  • Monitoring of primary and secondary packaging (label specifications)
  • Conducting metal detection checks in line.
  • Assisting QA team lead with recording of corrective actions for the reported inline issues
  • Collaborate with the QA team on corrective action recording and implementation for identified in-line issues.
  • Perform ATP swabbing and water activity tests in the onsite lab to support microbiological quality assurance.

Research Assistant

ICRISAT
Hyderabad, India
07.2021 - 10.2022
  • Assisted in conducting field trials and experiments on drought-resistant and high-yield crop varieties, contributing to the development of sustainable agricultural practices.
  • Analyzed soil and plant health data to optimize crop production strategies and enhance resource use efficiency in semi-arid regions.
  • Contributed to research projects aimed at improving food security and livelihoods by promoting climate-resilient agricultural practices in rural communities.
  • Participated in the preparation of technical reports, research papers, and ensuring accurate documentation of findings for dissemination to stakeholders.
  • Engaged with farmers and rural development agencies to provide training and capacity-building programs, fostering the adoption of sustainable farming techniques.
  • Conducted on-site data collection and analysis for crop phenotyping, pest management, and soil conservation initiatives.

Seed Quality Controller

National seed corporation Ltd
, India
05.2020 - 05.2021
  • Production of certified seeds of different varieties
  • Marketing the produced seeds of 600 varieties to commercial growers.
  • Worked on paddy seed production and done as seed quality checks in laboratories

Education

Master of Biotechnology Management -

Latrobe University
Bundoora, Victoria
12.2024

Bachelor of Agriculture sciences and Rural Development -

Loyola Academy
Hyderabad, India
06.2022

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Quality assurance
  • Agricultural research
  • Technical writing
  • Project management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Event planning
  • DNA sequencing
  • Good laboratory practices
  • Quality control procedures
  • Microbial ecology
  • Microbiological techniques

Certification

  • Certified Crop Adviser (CCA)
  • Precision agriculture certification
  • Integrated pest management
  • Laboratory safety certification
  • RSA
  • Microsoft professional

Timeline

QA Assistant

Lamb Weston Australia Pty Ltd
03.2024 - Current

Research Assistant

ICRISAT
07.2021 - 10.2022

Seed Quality Controller

National seed corporation Ltd
05.2020 - 05.2021

Master of Biotechnology Management -

Latrobe University

Bachelor of Agriculture sciences and Rural Development -

Loyola Academy

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