Khan Saddam Abdul Aziz
Biotech Lab Technician
Hyderabad
Summary
Detail-oriented laboratory professional with extensive experience in advanced laboratory techniques and standardized testing procedures. A strong commitment to precision and accuracy ensures reliable results, while a thorough understanding of safety protocols and quality control measures fosters a safe and efficient work environment. Proven ability to adapt to new technologies and methodologies enhances operational effectiveness, contributing to the overall success of research initiatives. Passionate about maintaining high standards in laboratory practices to support innovative scientific discoveries.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Biotechnology Lab Technician
Mahindra University, Centre for Life Sciences
11.2022 - Current
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Trained junior technicians on laboratory techniques and safety protocols, enhancing overall team proficiency.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Cooperated with other technicians to develop and test new protocols.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
Trainee, Bioprocess Department, BSL-III Facility
Bharat Biotech International Ltd.
12.2020 - 10.2022
- I worked in the R&D for the development of the COVAXIN vaccine.
- My core role was to optimize and prepare the protocol.
- Worked on the purification of harvest by ion exchange chromatography with a pilot scale of a 600 BPG column.
- Column packing and evaluation, making sure asymmetry is within the limit range.
- Worked on Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF) for the diafiltration and concentration of fractions.
- Taking care of QMS, such as change control, CAPA, and deviation, etc.
- Preparation of SOPs for the BSL-3 lab for daily operation.
- I was leading the team of downstream processes.
- Faced international WHO, Hungary, and Brazil audits.
Research and Development Intern
QbD Research and Development Laboratory
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Gained hands-on training on high-end equipment such as HPLC, LC-MS, GC-MS-MS, AAS, ICE-MS, etc.
- Learned about method development, validation, and verification for drug substances.
- Learned about documentation and inventory.
Education
Master of Science - Bioanalytical Sciences
Guru Nanak Khalsa College of Arts, Science And Commerce
Mumbai,India01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
SIES College of Arts, Science And Commerce
Mumbai,India01.2018
Skills
Bio-analytical Techniques
Method Optimisation/Development
Requlatory Compalince
Laboratory management
Demonstration of High-end equiment
Documentation
CONFERENCES:
Participated in 3R's Research and Progress International Conference Series - 4th International Conference on Patient Derived Tumoroids and Humanized Mice.
WORKSHOPS
- Participated in workshops on clinical toxicology, patent claim drafting, and analytical techniques like HPLC for food and pharmaceuticals quality control.
- "Basic Concept in Research" – scientific approach and attitude ‘JIGNYSA’-RESEARCH HUB organized by Department of Zoology on 9th March 20219 at SIES College, Sion, Mumbai.
- "Patent Claim Drafting" organized by Envise BE Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Dadar, Mumbai, on 23rd and 24th March 2019 at GNRID, Guru Nanak Khalsa College, Matunga, Mumbai.
- "Clinical Toxicology" (equivalent to 1 credit), organized by the department of Bioanalytical Sciences on 28th and 29th at Guru Nanak Khalsa College, Matunga, Mumbai.
- "High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC): An Analytical Techniques Used in Food & Pharmaceuticals Quality Control (QC) / Quality Assurance (QA)" organized on 8th and 9th August, 2020 at MRD Life Sciences, Lucknow
- "AYUSH for COVID-19: Boosting immunity with Home – Based Intervention" organized by Bioanalytical Sciences department at Guru Nanak Khalsa college, Matunga, Mumbai.
- Plague, Pestilence, and Pandemics Course: Griffith University (2020)
- Career Edge Program: Knockdown the Lockdown Batch 01, TCS iQN Digital Learning Hub (2020)
Declaration
I hereby declare that all the information mentioned above is true to the best of my knowledge. Date: Place: (Khan Saddam Abdul Aziz)
Timeline
Biotechnology Lab Technician
Mahindra University, Centre for Life Sciences
11.2022 - Current
Trainee, Bioprocess Department, BSL-III Facility
Bharat Biotech International Ltd.
12.2020 - 10.2022
Research and Development Intern
QbD Research and Development Laboratory
06.2019 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Bioanalytical Sciences
Guru Nanak Khalsa College of Arts, Science And Commerce
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
SIES College of Arts, Science And Commerce