AMARISH KUMAR SHARMA
Associate Professor & School Administrator
Phagwara
Summary
A seasoned professional with over 15 years of progressive experience in academic administration, pharmaceutical research & development, and university teaching. Demonstrated excellence in streamlining operations, implementing policies, and ensuring compliance within educational institution. Proven expertise in managing administrative workflows, enabling leadership to focus on core academic and research endeavors. Extensive hands-on experience in R&D projects, including process development, validation for vaccine production, cellular target-focused studies, anti-hyperglycemic efficacy evaluations, toxicity assessments, and biosimilar/bioequivalence studies in the field of metabolic disorder. Proficient in in-vitro techniques, assay development, high-throughput screening, and lead optimization. Complemented by strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate Professor (Biotechnology)
Lovely Professional University
01.2025 - Current
- Kept abreast of advances in pedagogy and continuously improved teaching methods, introducing innovative approaches to biotechnology instruction
- Developed students' critical thinking skills through interactive classroom activities and discussions tailored to biotechnology concepts
- Mentored students and advised on specialized career paths, degree requirements, and post-graduate education options
- Made significant contributions to biotechnology curricular development and implemented innovative teaching strategies for complex scientific concepts
School Administrator
Lovely Professional University
08.2022 - Current
- Oversee comprehensive administrative operations across multiple school departments (Multimedia, Fine Arts, Social Sciences, Languages, Education, Physical Education), ensuring policy compliance, efficient resource allocation, and maintaining quality standards.
- Manage financial responsibilities including budget control and resource utilization, while supervising staff performance, implementing effective record-keeping systems, and coordinating infrastructure management.
- Drive operational excellence through event management, addressing student and staff concerns, and continuously improving administrative processes to support educational objectives.
Assistant Professor (Biotechnology)
Lovely Professional University
12.2015 - 12.2024
- Completed multifaceted research on Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM), developing an in-vitro cell model, identifying biomarkers through proteomic profiling, and evaluating Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) effects
- Validated findings in GDM-induced Sprague-Dawley rats, bridging in-vitro and in-vivo models to advance diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for maternal and fetal health
- Executed projects on metabolic disorders and bioremediation, contributing to diverse scientific endeavors
- Proficient in Animal Cell Technology and Stem Cell Technology, delivering comprehensive instruction to students
- Experienced in overseeing daily operations, implementing policies, managing budgets, and fostering a positive learning environment while facilitating academic excellence through collaboration with faculty, parents, and stakeholders.
Scientist-Process Development
Bavarian Nordic
04.2015 - 07.2015
- Process development (DOE's) for upstream (CEF cell culture optimization) & downstream (Protein recovery& purification, Diafiltration & TFF process validation) projects concerned to Prostate cancer & Ebola.
- Authoring protocols and DoE reports concerning studies for viral vaccine production.
- DoE (Design of Experiment) studies culturing primary cells in roller bottles to produce viral vaccine and confirmatory studies using existing platform approach with wave bioreactor and following downstream purification.
- Proficiently analyzed data, interpreted results, and prepared comprehensive technical reports, facilitating informed decision-making and dissemination of findings
- Provided supervision and training to laboratory technicians, ensuring strict adherence to protocols and SOPs, thereby maintaining high standards of quality and safety in laboratory operations.
Safety Supervisor
JER Enterprises APS
11.2014 - 02.2015
- Maintained comprehensive project documentation
- Ensured the completeness of test documentation prior to project initiation
- Conducted daily site inspections and promptly reported any identified issues.
- Completed workplace safety and hazard inspections.
- Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees.
Assistant Professor
Lovely Professional University
08.2010 - 10.2014
- Spearheaded research in Metabolic Disorders, emphasizing Diabetes, with a focus on in-vitro selection & characterization, target validation, and assay development
- Conducted meticulous condition optimization and high throughput screening, specifically selecting phyto-analyte hits to unveil underlying mechanisms
- Led interdisciplinary projects in heavy metal bio-remediation and food bio-preservation, driving significant scientific progress
- Delivered comprehensive instruction in Stem Cell Technology and Animal Biotechnology, fostering academic enrichment, and mentored graduate and post-graduate interns, guiding them in research methodologies
- Additionally, organized and participated in national academic events, promoting intellectual discourse.
Research Scientist
Biocon
09.2009 - 04.2010
- Standardized a diabetic in-vitro assay model at Biocon's Department of Research and Development, assessing the efficacy of Insulin analogues (Bio-similar) via glucose drop analysis using the 3T3-L1 cell line
- Standardized a mitogenic or cell proliferation assay model,and evaluating the mitogenic properties of Insulin analogues (Bio-similar) on induced diabetic models utilizing the 3T3-L1 cell line.
Research Scientist
Connexios Life Sciences(P) Ltd
03.2008 - 05.2009
- Investigated the Hepatocyte Nuclear Factor-4α phosphorylation, transactivation, and AMPK activation in a Type 2 Diabetes assay model
- Assessed Phospholipidosis induction by cationic amphiphilic drugs and conducted high-throughput screening in CHO-K1 cell line
- Standardized bio-assays for Nephrotoxicity (ADME/Tox) analysis in HEK-293 cell lines and screened New Chemical Entities (NCEs) on induced Type 2 Diabetic assay model
- Investigated IMTG correlation with Insulin resistance, HSD11b1-mediated Endoplasmic Reticulum stress, and CPT1A and ECHS1 gene expression analysis for liver fat accumulation and insulin resistance.
Research Intern
Nicholas Piramal (I) Ltd./ Roche Products Ltd
08.2007 - 01.2008
- Conducted in-vitro research in the area of Type 2 Diabetes at the Department of Screening, Nicholas Piramal Research Center (now Piramal Healthcare), Goregaon, Mumbai.
- Conducted literature reviews to identify relevant research articles and support project objectives.
- Investigated the anti-hyperglycemic effect of diverse plant metabolic extracts and marine-derived extracts using an in-vitro assay model employing radio-labelled glucose and L6 cell line (skeletal muscles isolated from Rat) to evaluate efficacy in glucose uptake in skeletal muscles.
Education
Ph.D. - Biotechnology
Lovely Professional University
Phagwara, India 07.2018 - 11.2024
M.Tech - Biotechnology
Bundelkhand University
Jhansi, India 07.2006 - 12.2007
B.Tech - Biotechnology
Bundelkhand University
Jhansi, India 07.2002 - 07.2006
Timeline
Associate Professor (Biotechnology)
Lovely Professional University
01.2025 - Current
School Administrator
Lovely Professional University
08.2022 - Current
Ph.D. - Biotechnology
Lovely Professional University
07.2018 - 11.2024
Assistant Professor (Biotechnology)
Lovely Professional University
12.2015 - 12.2024
Scientist-Process Development
Bavarian Nordic
04.2015 - 07.2015
Safety Supervisor
JER Enterprises APS
11.2014 - 02.2015
Assistant Professor
Lovely Professional University
08.2010 - 10.2014
Research Scientist
Biocon
09.2009 - 04.2010
Research Scientist
Connexios Life Sciences(P) Ltd
03.2008 - 05.2009
Research Intern
Nicholas Piramal (I) Ltd./ Roche Products Ltd
08.2007 - 01.2008
M.Tech - Biotechnology
Bundelkhand University
07.2006 - 12.2007
B.Tech - Biotechnology
Bundelkhand University
07.2002 - 07.2006
Training/Workshop
Workshop on Chromatography & Mass Spectrometry:
Indian Institute of Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry LLP; License 100108; March 2014, India
Summer Training at Post Graduate Department of Microbiology:
King George Medical University, Lucknow-226003, India; License 1374/05; September 2005
Master's Internship Program, Department of Pharmacology and Screening:
Nicholas Piramal Research Centre, India; August 2007-January 2008
Certifications
- Successfully completed Microsoft Excel Expert certification course by Learn and Excel, achieving Certified Microsoft Excel Expert status (Certificate No: LAE-16923488) on August 18, 2023.
- Participated in AICTE Recognized Faculty Development Programme on "Outcome Based Education" conducted by Education and Educational Management Department at NITTTR Chandigarh from November 20-24, 2023 (Certificate No: ICT-15518/23).
- Participated in AICTE Recognized Faculty Development Programme on "STEM Teaching" conducted by Applied Science Department at NITTTR Chandigarh from December 18-22, 2023 (Certificate No: ICT-17790/24).
- Participated in short term course on “Advances in Energy, Environment and Chemical Engineering (AEECE-2023)” held on 19-23, May 2023, organized by Department of Chemical Engineering, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar, Punjab, India.
- Participated in AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy's FDP on 'Applications of CRISPR as Gene Editing Tool' as Assistant Professor at Lovely Professional University, held at Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal, July 2022.
- Participated in a 10-Day Idea to Patent Course (6-hour equivalent workload) organized by Turnip Innovations and facilitated by Dr. Rahul Kapoor, February 2022.
- Participated in a 2-Week Online Patent Course facilitated by Dr. Rahul Kapoor through Turnip Innovations, March-April 2021.
- Received NPTEL Certificate of Appreciation for translating "Cell Culture Technologies" course (102104059) from IIT Kanpur into Hindi language, contributing 4 hours of translation work on August 12, 2020.
- Faculty Development Programme on "Stem Cell Technology” Lovely Professional University, India License 3652; June 2013
- Faculty Development Programme on “Immunology and Immune-technology” Lovely Professional University, India License 1615; July 2011
Oral Presentations
- Delivered an oral presentation titled 'Establishment of In-vitro Insulin Resistant model for Evaluation of Glucose Transport in Gestation Diabetes Mellitus Study' at the International Conference on Bioengineering and Biosciences (ICBB-2022), organized by Lovely Professional University in association with Bioclues Organization, November 2022.
- Presented oral research titled 'Effect of exogenous Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor on the Glucose Homeostasis in an Insulin Resistant Gestation Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) Cell Model' at the International Conference on Recent Advances in Biotechnology (icRAB-2022) at NIT Jalandhar, December 2022.
Key Thrust Area
Metabolic Disorder;Gestational Diabetes Mellitus;Type 2 Diabetes;Vaccine development (Process Development-Upstream,Prostate Cancer & Ebola)
Key Research Skills
Cell Culture (In-vitro & In-vivo);Assay Development;Screening;Efficacy & Toxicity Studies;Process Development (Upstream);Design of Experiment (DoE);Proteomic Studies;Statistical Analysis;Report Writing
Patent
Co-inventor of Australian Innovation Patent for 'Novel Formulation of Imipramine and Aspirin for Neuropathic Pain' (Patent No: 2021106639) granted to Lovely Professional University, November 2021.
Copyright
Filed copyright for research work (Graphical Abstract) titled 'In-Vitro Development of a Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Model and Evaluation of the Effect of VEGF on Glucose Homeostasis' with Copyright Office, Government of India, December 2024.
Publication
- Garg, V. K., Joshi, H., Sharma, A. K., Yadav, K., & Yadav, V. (2024). Host defense peptides at the crossroad of endothelial cell physiology: Insight into mechanistic and pharmacological implications. Peptides, 171320.
- Yadav, V., Sharma, A. K., Parashar, G., Parashar, N. C., Ramniwas, S., Jena, M. K., ... & Yadav, K. (2023). Patent landscape highlighting therapeutic implications of peptides targeting myristoylated alanine-rich protein kinase-C substrate (MARCKS). Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents, 33(6), 445-454.
- Sharma, A. K., Singh, S., Singh, H., Mahajan, D., Kolli, P., Mandadapu, G., ... & Jena, M. K. (2022). Deep insight of the pathophysiology of gestational diabetes mellitus. Cells, 11(17), 2672.
- Mahajan, D., Sharma, N. R., Kancharla, S., Kolli, P., Tripathy, A., Sharma, A. K., ... & Jena, M. K. (2022). Role of natural killer cells during pregnancy and related complications. Biomolecules, 12(1), 68.
- Mahajan, D., Kancharla, S., Kolli, P., Sharma, A. K., Singh, S., Kumar, S., ... & Jena, M. K. (2021). Role of fibulins in embryonic stage development and their involvement in various diseases. Biomolecules, 11(5), 685.
- Verma, G., Kumar, B., Sharma, A. K., & Yadav, A. N. (2021). Fungicide as Potential Vaccine: Current Research and Future Challenges. Industrially Important Fungi for Sustainable Development: Volume 2: Bioprospecting for Biomolecules, 737-765.
- An efficient approach towards the bioremediation of copper, cobalt and nickel contamination from environmental field samples., Kumar M, Kumar V, Varma A, Pal A, Arshi A, Sharma A, Singh J., J Soils Sediment, 2016, 10.1007/s11368-016-1398-1
- Microbicidal evaluation of Plant extracts- Iron metal ions complex., Sharma A, Kaur J, Sharma A R., Asian journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research, 2017, http://dx.doi.org/10.22159/ajpcr.2017.v10i10.19687
Book Chapters:
- Sharma, A. K. (2020). Genetically engineered microbes for sustainable therapies. In New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering (pp. 125-145). Elsevier.
- Sharma, A. K., & Sharma, A. R. (2018). Fungal Infections and Intervention in Diabetic Complication. Fungi and their Role in Sustainable Development: Current Perspectives, 483-503.
- Sharma, A. K., & Sharma, A. R. 13 Probiotics and Its Efficacy Assessment in Diabetic Intervention.
Training/Workshop
Workshop on Chromatography & Mass Spectrometry:
Indian Institute of Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry LLP; License 100108; March 2014, India
Summer Training at Post Graduate Department of Microbiology:
King George Medical University, Lucknow-226003, India; License 1374/05; September 2005
Master's Internship Program, Department of Pharmacology and Screening:
Nicholas Piramal Research Centre, India; August 2007-January 2008
Certifications
- Successfully completed Microsoft Excel Expert certification course by Learn and Excel, achieving Certified Microsoft Excel Expert status (Certificate No: LAE-16923488) on August 18, 2023.
- Participated in AICTE Recognized Faculty Development Programme on "Outcome Based Education" conducted by Education and Educational Management Department at NITTTR Chandigarh from November 20-24, 2023 (Certificate No: ICT-15518/23).
- Participated in AICTE Recognized Faculty Development Programme on "STEM Teaching" conducted by Applied Science Department at NITTTR Chandigarh from December 18-22, 2023 (Certificate No: ICT-17790/24).
- Participated in short term course on “Advances in Energy, Environment and Chemical Engineering (AEECE-2023)” held on 19-23, May 2023, organized by Department of Chemical Engineering, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar, Punjab, India.
- Participated in AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy's FDP on 'Applications of CRISPR as Gene Editing Tool' as Assistant Professor at Lovely Professional University, held at Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal, July 2022.
- Participated in a 10-Day Idea to Patent Course (6-hour equivalent workload) organized by Turnip Innovations and facilitated by Dr. Rahul Kapoor, February 2022.
- Participated in a 2-Week Online Patent Course facilitated by Dr. Rahul Kapoor through Turnip Innovations, March-April 2021.
- Received NPTEL Certificate of Appreciation for translating "Cell Culture Technologies" course (102104059) from IIT Kanpur into Hindi language, contributing 4 hours of translation work on August 12, 2020.
- Faculty Development Programme on "Stem Cell Technology” Lovely Professional University, India License 3652; June 2013
- Faculty Development Programme on “Immunology and Immune-technology” Lovely Professional University, India License 1615; July 2011
Oral Presentations
- Delivered an oral presentation titled 'Establishment of In-vitro Insulin Resistant model for Evaluation of Glucose Transport in Gestation Diabetes Mellitus Study' at the International Conference on Bioengineering and Biosciences (ICBB-2022), organized by Lovely Professional University in association with Bioclues Organization, November 2022.
- Presented oral research titled 'Effect of exogenous Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor on the Glucose Homeostasis in an Insulin Resistant Gestation Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) Cell Model' at the International Conference on Recent Advances in Biotechnology (icRAB-2022) at NIT Jalandhar, December 2022.
Key Thrust Area
Metabolic Disorder;Gestational Diabetes Mellitus;Type 2 Diabetes;Vaccine development (Process Development-Upstream,Prostate Cancer & Ebola)
Key Research Skills
Cell Culture (In-vitro & In-vivo);Assay Development;Screening;Efficacy & Toxicity Studies;Process Development (Upstream);Design of Experiment (DoE);Proteomic Studies;Statistical Analysis;Report Writing
Patent
Co-inventor of Australian Innovation Patent for 'Novel Formulation of Imipramine and Aspirin for Neuropathic Pain' (Patent No: 2021106639) granted to Lovely Professional University, November 2021.
Copyright
Filed copyright for research work (Graphical Abstract) titled 'In-Vitro Development of a Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Model and Evaluation of the Effect of VEGF on Glucose Homeostasis' with Copyright Office, Government of India, December 2024.
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