Enthusiastic and inventive Plant Breeder with a Doctoral degree in Plant Breeding and Genetics and having more than eight years of hands-on experience in crop improvement and genetic research. Aspiring to a challenging position where I can leverage my expertise in developing high-yielding crop varieties using advanced breeding techniques and biotechnology. Dedicated to boosting agricultural productivity and sustainability while spearheading innovative research and development initiatives that directly benefit the farming community.
Diligent and accomplished plant breeder experienced in rice research and technological aspects which includes pre-breeding, line development, hybridization and DNA profiling by gel electrophoresis methods, enzymatic studies. Adepts in identifying drought tolerant line, improving Phosphorous use efficiency, root anatomical study, image analysis and quality analysis to develop the climate smart rice in India. Proficient in investigating the relationship studies between root parameters, physiological and biochemical traits in relation to drought tolerance and confirmation with DNA marker association studies. Knowledge of laboratory protocols, bioinformatics and analytical instrumentation. Assistant Professor with 8 years of experience successfully contributing to paddy breeding and curriculum development and delivery. Driven to contribute to program outcomes by facilitating engagement and supporting learning objectives. Enthusiastic professional with background in academic advisement. Enthusiastic Assistant Professor well-versed in plant breeding teaching methods and paddy breeding. Known for providing great support to both professors and students with approachable demeanor and excellent attention to detail. Dedicated to classroom and long-term student success. Assistant Professor with 8 years of experience successfully contributing to paddy breeding and curriculum development and delivery. Driven to contribute to program outcomes by facilitating engagement and supporting learning objectives. Enthusiastic professional with background in academic advisement.
Involved in the development of the salt tolerant rice variety KKL (R) 3
Adequate knowledge of relevant paddy breeding research and technological topics
Knowledgeable in conducting different type of trail for knowing and improving the seed yield and quality of seeds of different crops
Good command in Isolation and purification of Genomic DNA, Quantitative estimation of DNA Using Spectrometric and electrophoresis methods for purity analysis and better amplification in PCR machine PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) Programming with SSR markers
Thorough grasp of SDS Gel Electrophoresis used for protein banding pattern isolated from rice and sunflower
Expertise in PAGE (Poly Acrylamide Gel Electrophoresis) for SSR banding pattern of various DNA samples
Proficiency in root architecture study to understand the physiology and realize the breeding potential of rice
Deep knowledge in preparation of stock solutions and chemical reagents used in enzymatic assays and other tests
Working knowledge on software like, Genstat, Cropstat, TASSEL, Darwin, Windows QTL cartographer and R
Field experiment designing and management
On-field and glasshouse, hydroponics experiment
Emasculation and pollination in rice
Marker assisted breeding methods
Genetic analysis of phenotypic and molecular traits
Cooking quality analysis in Rice
Genomic DNA isolation from plant tissue
Quantification of DNA
PCR
Gel electrophoresis
Genome editing by using CRISPR/Cas9 system
MS Office (Excel, Power Point and Word)
Adobe Photoshop and knowledge in Image processing by using Image J software
GenStat
Darwin
GGT plot
CropStat
SPSS
TASSEL 50
CRISPR-P v20
Python
R
Analytical thinker who excels at planning and executing of breeding program in rice
Innovative thinker who uses creativity to find new approaches to solving problems
Good command in operating and maintaining lab equipment
Independent and self-motivated
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Teaching Excellence
Student Counseling
Mentoring students
Student research guidance
Lecturing
Student Records Management
Classroom presentations
Student Engagement
Faculty Collaboration
Academic Research
Classroom Management
Tutoring
Academic Publication
Class Instruction
Student Evaluation
Lab Safety
Community Engagement
Diversity awareness
Research expertise
Ethics in Research
Work-Life Balance
Experiential Learning Methods
Staff Development
Research Leadership
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