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Education
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Nikita Selvam

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Summary

Motivated Biotechnology graduate with hands-on internship experience in market analysis, business development, and laboratory research. Adept at conducting comprehensive research and strategizing for advancements in regenerative medicine. Seeking a challenging role in a forward-thinking biotech organization where I can contribute to innovative projects and research.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

CCRM Australia
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Conducted market analysis to identify opportunities in regenerative medicine, focusing on multiple sclerosis.
  • Developed policy libraries by analyzing current guidelines on a local and international level. -
  • Authored multiple blog posts on various topics, demonstrating the ability to write compelling content.
  • Enhanced skills in market research, stakeholder engagement, and policy development.

Research Assistant

Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), India
05.2018 - 07.2018
  • Investigated gold nanoparticles as a radiation sensitizer for cancer treatment using bioinformatics software. - Acquired knowledge in nanomaterial applications for therapeutic purposes.

Research Assistant

Indian Institute of Technology Madras, India
05.2017 - 07.2017
  • Optimized mechanical properties of CNT reinforced epoxy composites. - Gained experience in data collection, literature review writing, and experimental design.

Mixologist/Waitress

Script Counts
06.2022 - Current
  • Developed customer service and multitasking skills.
  • Enhanced customer experience by creating visually appealing and innovative cocktails.
  • Trained new bartenders on mixology techniques, customer service skills, and workplace safety guidelines.
  • Managed cash handling procedures, ensuring accurate accounting of daily sales transactions.

Education

Master of Science in Biotechnology -

Monash University
Melbourne, Victoria

B.Tech in Nanotechnology -

SRM Institute of Science and Technology
Chennai, India

Skills

  • Laboratory Skills: Spectrophotometry, RT-PCR, DNA Isolation, Protein Quantification
  • Bioinformatics Software: BLAST, SPAdes, Velvet
  • Genetic Engineering: CRISPR-Cas9 technology for designing guide RNAs
  • Biological Databases: GenBank, PDB, UniProt, NCBI, EMBL-EBI
  • Project Management: Slack, Trello, GitHub
  • Soft Skills: Strong communication, teamwork, decision-making, problem-solving, detail-oriented

Projects

Ebola Video Campaign, Monash University, 09/2022 - 10/2022, Developed a video campaign to educate Ugandan citizens about Ebola, highlighting the importance of policy and ethics in clinical trials. 

CNT Reinforced Epoxy Composites, IIT Madras, 09/2023 - 10/2023, Conducted a comprehensive study on improving the mechanical properties of composite materials.

Workshops And Seminars

  • Presented at the International Conference on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICONN).
  • Won first place at Techknow for presenting a physics and technology project.

Languages

English
Hindi
Tamil

Timeline

Intern

CCRM Australia
07.2023 - 01.2024

Mixologist/Waitress

Script Counts
06.2022 - Current

Research Assistant

Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), India
05.2018 - 07.2018

Research Assistant

Indian Institute of Technology Madras, India
05.2017 - 07.2017

Master of Science in Biotechnology -

Monash University

B.Tech in Nanotechnology -

SRM Institute of Science and Technology
Nikita Selvam