Debdatta Mandal
MSc Candidate In Microbiology
Bengaluru
Summary
Detail-oriented microbiologist with a strong academic foundation and hands-on experience in high-throughput diagnostics and quality assurance. Skilled in sample processing, raw material testing, and compliance with Standard Operating Procedures. Ready to contribute expertise in microbial analysis, equipment calibration, and technical reporting to a Quality Control or FSQA role in the food and beverage industry.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Intern
Seventh Day Adventist Medical Centre
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted in the processing and diagnostic analysis of various clinical specimens to detect and identify pathogenic microorganisms.
- Performed standard staining procedures (e.g., Gram stain, acid-fast stain) and complex biochemical assays for accurate microbial classification.
- Supported the laboratory team in conducting antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) to aid in diagnostic reporting.
- Operated and maintained standard microbiological equipment, including incubators, autoclaves, biological safety cabinets, and light microscopes.
Intern
Jawaharlal Nehru Center for Advanced Scientific Research
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Executed advanced microbiological and molecular research protocols within a premier, high-precision laboratory environment.
- Conducted complex experimental procedures (e.g., DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, advanced microscopy) with a strict focus on reproducibility and data integrity.
- Applied rigorous analytical troubleshooting skills to optimize assays and resolve experimental deviations.
- Maintained exhaustive laboratory notebooks, ensuring all methodologies, variables, and analytical outcomes were meticulously documented for publication-grade research.
Intern
Dextrose Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Executed antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) and determined minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) using standardized disc diffusion and biochemical assays.
- Analyzed complex biological samples to evaluate antimicrobial efficacy, meticulously documenting experimental conditions, viability counts, and time-kill assay kinetics.
- Processed raw materials through precise aseptic handling, isolating, and identifying micro and macro flora to assess overall product stability and contamination levels.
- Maintained rigorous laboratory documentation and traceable sample handling records to support comparative screening and root-cause quality investigations.
Intern
Ramaiah Memorial Hospital
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Executed primary inoculation, streaking, and incubation of various biological samples on selective and differential culture media to ensure accurate microbial growth for analysis.
- Performed microscopic evaluations, including Gram, acid-fast, and specialized staining techniques, to facilitate rapid preliminary pathogen identification.
- Conducted advanced biochemical assays (e.g., catalase, oxidase, IMViC tests) to isolate and profile specific microbial strains.
- Operated and calibrated microbiological laboratory equipment, including automated incubation systems and biosafety cabinets, to maintain optimal laboratory conditions and safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Double Majors in Microbiology And Zoology
Mount Carmel College Autonomous
Bengaluru, India 04.2001 -
Skills
- Aseptic Techniques & Sterilization
- Pathogen Isolation & Identification
- Microbial culturing
- Culture Media Preparation & Validation
- Antimicrobial testing
- Biochemical profiling
- Staining methodologies
- Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) Compliance
- Biological Safety Cabinets (Class II/III)
- Basic Laboratory Equipment
- Laboratory Techniques
- Microscopy Techniques
- Spectrophotometry
Timeline
Intern
Seventh Day Adventist Medical Centre
10.2024 - 01.2025
Intern
Jawaharlal Nehru Center for Advanced Scientific Research
06.2024 - 08.2024
Intern
Dextrose Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
06.2023 - 06.2023
Intern
Ramaiah Memorial Hospital
02.2023 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Double Majors in Microbiology And Zoology
Mount Carmel College Autonomous
04.2001 -