Dr. Amruta Kothare
Mumbai
Summary
A versatile professional with diverse background including academia, research, and quality analysis in the STEM industry. A proven track record of working collaboratively with researchers, healthcare professionals, and management leaders in strategic problem-solving and customer relationships, and effective communication of complex medical concepts to diverse audiences. Ability and inclination to take on responsibilities beyond defined role. Hardworking and proficient to apply detailed knowledge of organizational procedures, to make independent decisions and serve as a value addition to the company. Team Player and adaptable to work in fast paced environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Quality Analyst and Trainer
Crimson Interactive pvt Ltd
11.2020 - Current
- Working on analysis and quality of various types of research publications related to STEM industry
- Handling special B2B project and premium services. Leading the Research Impact Services end to end quality management
- Involved in Management of Freelancers (FLs), In-house Editors (IHEs),audits and feedbacks.
- Operations Management (inter- and intra-team co-ordination and communication)Working in collaboration with the Project Management and Client Servicing teams to understand and efficiently handle client concerns, projects, and consultations.
- Working on several developmental activities and projects for team mates, cross teams and clients
- Facilitated open lines of communication between departments, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and shared accountability for product performance.
- Reduced production errors by training team members on best practices in quality control and continuous improvement techniques.
- Streamlined quality assurance processes through the development of comprehensive test plans and checklists.
- Collaborated with Product Development teams to establish performance baselines for new products, setting high standards that guided ongoing QA efforts from inception through release.
- Conducted regular audits of internal processes, identifying opportunities to enhance overall product quality and consistency.
- Implemented metrics-driven approach to measure process effectiveness, enabling data-driven decision making in pursuit of superior product quality.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by conducting root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions for reported issues.
- Championed a culture of continuous learning within the Quality Analyst team, regularly sharing best practices and lessons learned to enhance collective capabilities.
- Evaluated competitor offerings as part of ongoing market analyses, identifying areas where company''s products could be further differentiated through superior quality or innovation.
- Oversee test planning, workload balancing and assignment delegation.
- Managed Quality Analyst team effectively, setting clear expectations and providing guidance on achieving desired outcomes related to product performance metrics.
- Compilation of ISO documents and leading the team through external ISO audits.
- Resolved complex customer issues with thorough investigations, providing resolutions that enhanced overall satisfaction rates and brand reputation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish quality standards, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Contributed to the retention of top talent by providing employees with the resources and support necessary to excel in their roles.
- Advanced organizational goals through strategic development of training initiatives aligned with company objectives.
Research-based Pedagogical Tools Trainer
Freelance/Workshop
03.2017 - NA
- Recognized Trainer for Teachers by Ministry Human Resource Development and IISER-Pune for Research based Pedagogical tools in STEM education
- Conducting pedagogical workshops for college teachers in sciences
- Designing content for STEM related pedagogies, curriculum review, syllabus resources in collaboration with Centre for Excellence in Science and Maths Education, IISER, Pune and British Council Newton Bhabha Fund as knowledge partners
- Responsible for planning, budgeting, execution of workshop format, feedbacks, reports and maintaining communications between institutions.
Visiting Faculty 5YIC, BSc and MSc, Bioanalytical
G N Khalsa College,Mumbai
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Conducting online lectures for MSc Part 1 Students
- Conducting online lectures for TYBsc Students
- Covering topics related to Animal tissue culture and Plant tissue culture.
Content Writer/Tranlator
Marathi Vishwakosh Commitee
03.2016 - 09.2019
- Registered writer for State government ‘Marathi Vishwakosh' (Marathi encyclopedia) in the field of Herbal Medicine
- Write new/updated articles by conducting thorough literature review, with authentic validated information, exhaustive review of old encyclopedias, edit articles, translate and publish English to Marathi on the website.
PhD Research Scholar
Kishinchand Chellaram College
09.2014 - 08.2019
- PhD in Life Sciences (Breast Cancer Research), thesis topic ‘Anti-Cancer Potential of Bromelain enzyme towards breast cancer'
- Research work performed under this topic applied various subjects like enzymology, protein purification biochemistry, animal tissue culture and nanotechnology with results focusing on breast cancer studies
- Independently planning and conducting scientific, research responsible for administrative and infrastructure affairs of research centre
- Actively involved with other staff for research proposal writing and editing for Government funding agencies like Department of Biotechnology, Department of Science and Technology
- Develop collaborations/MoU's with eminent scientists and institutions for efficient research methodology, result analysis and work review
- Written and published research papers in reputed scientific journals.
Assistant Professor
Kishinchand Chellaram College
07.2012 - 04.2018
- Worked as Assistant professor for 3 departments Biotechnology, Microbiology and Life Sciences over a period of 6 years
- Subjects taught: Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Medical Microbiology, Industrial Microbiology, Cell Biology and Environmental Microbiology, Animal Tissue Culture, General Principles of Instrumentation, Introductory Botany
- Appointed as University examiner, curriculum developer, syllabus reviewer, Biotechnology
- Research Mentor and Guide for University Grants Commission approved Science Honors Program ‘JIGYAASA' for interdisciplinary projects undertaken by science students
- Involved in collaboration and communication between teaching staff and administrative staff, designing of various research projects, innovation to academic syllabus, supporting research and development of the institute as a part of Star-DBT (Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology) and DST-FIST (Department of Science and technology, Govt of India) core committee in college.
Education
Ph.D -
University of Mumbai
08.2019
M.Sc. -
University of Mumbai
06.2010
B.Sc. -
University of Mumbai
07.2008
HSC -
Maharashtra State Board
06.2005
SSC -
Maharashtra State Board
04.2023
Skills
- MS office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Mentoring abilities
- Subject matter expertise
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Project Management
- Team Collaboration
Conferenceparticipations
- 1st Prize (PPG category) Poster Presentation Zonal Level, Avishkar Research Convention, 24th Dec 2016, Bhavans College, Chowpatty
- 1st Prize (Ph.D category) Oral Presentation, Two day National Symposium on ‘Current Scenario of pharmacological experimentation and interpretations', 3rd Sept 2016, K.M.K College of Pharmacy
Genesequences
- Sphingomonas anadarae strain PP1 16S ribosomal RNA gene, partial sequence, KJ794190
- 16S ribosomal RNA gene, partial sequence, Stenotrophomonas koreensis AK-1(GENBANK:KP145677.1)
Trainingsattended
- PhD course-work in Biostatistics and Research Methodology, from Sophia College Mumbai.2017.
- Certificate Course Training in Animal Tissue Culture, Vaze Kelkar College, October 2014.
Publications
- Applications of bromelain from pineapple waste towards acne, Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences, 28, 1, 02/2020, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sjbs.2020.11.032
- Purification, Partial characterization and Activity profiling of Bromelain protease, 7, 3, 2017
- Aerobic Degradation of Aroclor 1242 by Pseudomonas mendocina strain CL-10.4, International Journal of Advanced Research and Development, 2, 3, 2017, RJIF 5.24
- An overview of purification and activity of Bromelain, IJRSR, 7, 2016, 6.86
- Inter-relationship of polycystic ovarian syndrome with BMI and diabetes, International Journal of Recent Scientific Research, 6, 6, 2015, 6.86
- Co-Relation of PCOS With Lifestyle Habits, International Journal Of Scientific Research And Education, 3, 6, 2015, 6.039
- Inter-relationship of PCOS with BMI, obesity and exercise, Int J Health Sci Res., 5, 6, 2015, 0.677
- Isolation of novel organism Stenotrophomonas koreensis strain AK-1 with potential of PAHs degradation, Global journal for research analysis, 4, 5, 2015, 5.956 (SJIF)
- Biodegradation of Polyaromatic Hydrocarbons by Novel Organism SphingomonasAnadaraePP1, international journal of scientific research, 4, 6, 2015, 5.711 (SJIF)
- Biodegradation of PCB 118 by Pseudmonas mendocina strain CL10.4 coated with superparamagnetic Fe3O4 nanoparticles, International journal of scientific research, 3, 6, 2014, 5.711 (SJIF)
Projects
Bromelain from pineapple waste in cancer treatment and its application towards Targeted Drug delivery, URG project (University of Mumbai), Rs.55,000, 2018-2019 Bromelain :possible phytoremedy for breast cancer, URG project (University of Mumbai), Rs.30,000, 2016-2017 Degradation of PAH's(polyaromatic hydrocarbons) by Sphingomonas species, URG Project-63( University of Mumbai), Rs.25,000, 2013-2014 Screening of Microorganisms Degrading PCB-118 and Studies on its Biodegradation by Free Cells and Cells Coated with Magnetite Nanoparticles, UGC minor project, 47-1314/10, 2009-2010
Affiliations
- Research Based Pedagogy Tools - Certified trainer by MHRD and IISER Pune(2014 Quality Champion -Feb 2024(and March 2024 Crimson Interactive Pvt Ltd) Go Getter - Oct 2022 (Crimson Interactive Pvt Ltd) Awarded 'Most Client Oriented Crimsonite' - Jun 2023 (Crimson Interactive Pvt Ltd) Team Player Jan 2023/Jan 2024 (Crimson Interactive Pvt Ltd)
Timeline
Senior Quality Analyst and Trainer
Crimson Interactive pvt Ltd
11.2020 - Current
Visiting Faculty 5YIC, BSc and MSc, Bioanalytical
G N Khalsa College,Mumbai
10.2020 - 10.2021
Research-based Pedagogical Tools Trainer
Freelance/Workshop
03.2017 - NA
Content Writer/Tranlator
Marathi Vishwakosh Commitee
03.2016 - 09.2019
PhD Research Scholar
Kishinchand Chellaram College
09.2014 - 08.2019
Assistant Professor
Kishinchand Chellaram College
07.2012 - 04.2018
Ph.D -
University of Mumbai
M.Sc. -
University of Mumbai
B.Sc. -
University of Mumbai
HSC -
Maharashtra State Board
SSC -
Maharashtra State Board
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