Prijal Dcunha
Nunawading,VIC
Summary
Detail-oriented biotechnology professional with a Master of Science in Biotechnology. Hands-on experience in a GMP environment supporting media preparation, buffer formulation, and sample processing within regulated research environments. Experienced in maintaining accurate documentation, following SOPs, supporting process-driven laboratory operations, and ensuring compliance with EH&S and quality standards. Skilled in scientific record keeping, adherence to experimental instruction, and cross-functional collaboration. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work independently and within team environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Pharmacy Assistant
Chemist Warehouse Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
09.2023 - Current
- Deliver customer service within a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Work collaboratively with pharmacist and team members to maintain efficient workflow and operations.
- Maintained inventory records, stock organisation, and administrative documentation in a detail-oriented manner.
- Perform operational tasks unsupervised within team an environment in compliance with OHS policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate a proactive and responsible demeanor to identify and overcome practical problems in a high-volume operational setting.
Research Assistant
AgriBio, La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Prepared media, buffers, and enzyme solutions using precise calculations and standard laboratory protocols.
- Supported process-driven laboratory workflows include sample preparation, monitoring, and downstream analysis activities.
- Maintained accurate laboratory records and documentation to ensure traceability, reproducibility, and GMP compliance with SOP requirements.
- Assisted with optimisation of process parameters including temperature, timing, and concentration adjustments.
- Performed data collection, recording, and analysis using Excel-based tracking systems.
- Followed GMP documentation practices and laboratory compliance procedures in regulated research environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary research teams to coordinate workflow schedules and laboratory activities.
- Maintained laboratory cleanliness, safety standards, in compliance with EH&S requirements.
- Demonstrated proactive problem-solving and adaptability within fast-paced laboratory operations.
Laboratory Assistant
Wilsons College
Mumbai
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Assisted with dispensing of laboratory raw materials, reagent formulation, media preparation, and sample processing for day-to-day laboratory activities.
- Maintained sterile laboratory environments through cleaning, sterilisation, and contamination control practices.
- Assisted senior staff with instrument set-up, calibration, and basic testing tasks.
- Managed laboratory consumables and stock to support uninterrupted laboratory workflows within a team environment.
Education
Master of Science - Biotechnology
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Chemistry
University of Mumbai
Mumbai 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Mumbai
Mumbai 04.2001 -
Skills
- GMP align documentation (SOPs technical report)
- Experience in clean room environment
- Cross functional collaboration
- Problem Resolution
- Operations & Workflow Coordination
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Record Management & Documentation
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Microscopy & Scientific Imaging
- Viscometer Operation
- Safety & Compliance Procedures
Timeline
Research Assistant
AgriBio, La Trobe University
02.2025 - 06.2025
Retail Pharmacy Assistant
Chemist Warehouse Melbourne
09.2023 - Current
Laboratory Assistant
Wilsons College
02.2021 - 03.2023
Master of Science - Biotechnology
RMIT University
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Chemistry
University of Mumbai
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Mumbai
04.2001 -