Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Research Interests
Certification
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Key Skills
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Sunandita Karmaker

Adelaide,Australia

Summary

Detail-oriented pharmacy graduate with a Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) from UniSA. Driven by a passion for clinical research, public health, and evidence-based medicine. Proven expertise in community pharmacy, with a solid foundation in laboratory safety, medication management, GLP compliance, and patient care. Skilled in data organization, accuracy in repetitive tasks, and problem-solving. Currently, I am undertaking the NIH IPPCR course to deepen my clinical research knowledge. Seeking a Technical Assistant role to gain hands-on lab experience in pharmacology and analytical chemistry settings.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intern Pharmacist

Chemist Warehouse
Crows Nest, Australia
12.2024 - 03.2025
  • Provided patient counseling on medication use and adherence.
  • Dispensed medications, and assisted with inventory and storage.
  • Implemented safe handling and storage practices in compliance with GLP.
  • Developed a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals for patient care.
  • Attended interdisciplinary meetings to strengthen team communication.

Pharmacy Assistant

Kersbrook Pharmacy
Adelaide, Australia
06.2022 - 07.2024
  • Assisted pharmacists in prescription processing and stock control
  • Maintained compliance with pharmacy regulations and safety protocols
  • Provided support on OTC products and customer enquiries
  • Demonstrated confidentiality and professionalism with sensitive patient issues
  • Ensured a clean and organised workspace to optimise efficiency

Education

NIH Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (IPPCR) -

01.2025

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) - clinical therapeutics, pharmacology, drug interactions

University of South Australia (UniSA)

Skills

  • Medication dispensing
  • Pharmaceutical calculations
  • Handling hazardous materials
  • Basic extraction methods
  • Literature review
  • Data organization
  • Clinical research understanding
  • Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
  • Lab safety awareness
  • Regulatory knowledge
  • Interprofessional teamwork
  • Patient education
  • Written communication
  • Verbal communication
  • Task prioritization
  • Accuracy in repetitive work
  • Adaptability in fast-paced settings

Research Interests

  • Wastewater-based Epidemiology & Public Health
  • Pharmaceutical Formulations & Drug Delivery
  • Women’s and Children’s Health & Clinical Research
  • Cardiovascular Health & Tobacco Control
  • Public Health Research & Translational Medicine

Certification

First Aid & CPR Certification

Current Training

NIH Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (IPPCR), 2025, In Progress

Key Skills

Medication dispensing, Pharmaceutical calculations, Handling hazardous materials, Basic extraction methods, Literature review, Data organisation, Clinical research understanding (NIH IPPCR course in progress), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Lab safety awareness, Regulatory knowledge, Interprofessional teamwork, Patient education, Written and verbal communication, Task prioritisation, Accuracy in repetitive work, Adaptability in fast-paced settings

Timeline

Intern Pharmacist

Chemist Warehouse
12.2024 - 03.2025

Pharmacy Assistant

Kersbrook Pharmacy
06.2022 - 07.2024

NIH Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (IPPCR) -

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) - clinical therapeutics, pharmacology, drug interactions

University of South Australia (UniSA)
Sunandita Karmaker