Mrunalline Atmika
Hyderabad
Summary
An early-stage researcher with a background in molecular biology and microbiology and hands-on wet lab experience, currently transitioning into computational biology with a focus on multi-omics data analysis and integrative genomics. Familiar with Linux-based NGS workflows and basic Python for data handling.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Research Fellow
Doon University
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
08.2025 - 02.2026
- Biological Wastewater Treatment
- WWTPS, Activated Sludge, Ammonia removal strategies using the microorganisms.
- Reactor operation, enrichment of microbes in SBR, Biofilms.
- Took part in ICPCCE 2025 conducted by IIT Bhubaneshwar, awarded with the best paper presentation award.
Research Associate
Sri Yuva Biotech
Hyderabad
04.2024 - 08.2025
- Media Preparation, Plating Techniques, Morphology study, Staining and Biochemical Testing of Microorganisms
- Isolation, Preservation and Maintenance of Microbial Cultures
- Handling of Pathogenic and infectious organisms
- Sterilization Techniques, Antimicrobial Activity Tests
- Food and Water Quality Tests
- Production and Purification of Enzymes, Secondary Metabolites, Single Cell Proteins from Microorganisms
- Southern Blotting, Western Blotting, Chromatography Techniques, SDS PAGE, PCR
- Isolation of Genomic DNA/RNA, Plasmid DNA from Microorganisms
- Ultracentrifuges, Tissue lyzer, PH Meter, Laminar Air Flow, Thermocyclers, EZ1 & EZ2, Automate Express, Gel Electrophoresis, Colorimeter, Bio photometer, Spectrophotometer, Genetic Analyzer, Minspa Viva, Minspa Count x, Balance, NGS
- DNA/RNA Extraction, Multiplex PCR, Gel Loading, Gel Electrophoresis, STR Sequencing Electropherogram Editing, Cloning Techniques
- Sterilization Techniques, Antimicrobial Activity Tests
- Food and Water Quality Tests
- Techniques of Immunology (Agglutinin Test, Precipitin Test, Complement Pathway Testing, Antibody Generation, Immunological Assays)
- Comprehensive Study and Handling of Rodents, Zebrafish, Drosophila
Junior Assistant
Telangana State Forensic Science Laboratories
Hyderabad
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Attached as a Scientific Assistant Equivalent - DNA Division, Telangana State Forensic Science Laboratories
- Working in attachment to the DNA Section
- Analysis of various biological forensic samples (Blood, Tissue, Foetal tissues, Degraded bones, biological stains on cloth materials) and extraction of DNA using both manual methods and Automated Instruments Like EZ1, EZ2, Automate Express
- Quality (Gel Electrophoresis) and Quantity Check for the DNA Samples
- Multiplex PCR
- STR Analysis and Electropherogram editing
- DNA Profiling and Reporting
- Trained in NGS
Process Associate
Accenture Solutions
Hyderabad
07.2018 - 04.2020
- Worked in Wolverine Project as a Transaction Project Associate
- Digital Marketing Content Review
- Business Trainer in the Last 6 months of Tenure
Education
Master of Science - Microbiology
Avanthi Degree And PG College
Hyderabad, TG08-2019
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology, Zoology and Chemistry
Sarojini Naidu Vanita Maha Vidhyalaya
Hyderabad, TG06-2017
Certificate of Higher Education - Biology, Chemistry and Physics
Army Public School, Golconda
Hyderabad, TG06-2014
GCSEs - All the subjects
International Educational Academy
Hyderabad, TG05-2012
Skills
Wet Lab Techniques - DNA/RNA Isolation, PCR (Multiplex, qPCR), Gel Electrophoresis, STR Analysis, Antibiotic Sensitivity Testing, Enzyme Assays, Spectrophotometry, MIC
Computational & Bioinformatics - NGS Data Analysis, RNA-Seq (Differential Expression), DNA Barcoding, Galaxy Server, Primer Designing, MEGA, VOSviewer
Data & Visualization - MS Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python
Research & Academic Skills - Experimental Design, Scientific Writing, Teaching & Student Mentoring, Handling Student Projects
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/13/97
- Gender: Female
- Religion: Hindu
- Country: India
Hobbies and Interests
- Classical Singer
- Photographer
- Trekking and Hiking Activities
- Travel Photography
Training
NGS multi-omics Data Analysis.
Variant Calling and Differential Expression Analysis workflow.
Working on RNA-Seq Differential Expression (Identifying DEGs).
Linux-based NGS workflows and basic Python for data handling.
Nativity
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Certificatesauthorships
- Mendel Award, for best seminar in Genetics, 2016.
- Qualified in Forensic Aptitude & Caliber Test, (FACT, NFSU), 2022.
- GATE (XL) Qualified in 2025.
- Best Paper Presentation Award ICPCCE 2025, IIT Bhubaneshwar.
Timeline
Junior Research Fellow
Doon University
08.2025 - 02.2026
Research Associate
Sri Yuva Biotech
04.2024 - 08.2025
Junior Assistant
Telangana State Forensic Science Laboratories
12.2021 - 03.2024
Process Associate
Accenture Solutions
07.2018 - 04.2020
Master of Science - Microbiology
Avanthi Degree And PG College
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology, Zoology and Chemistry
Sarojini Naidu Vanita Maha Vidhyalaya
Certificate of Higher Education - Biology, Chemistry and Physics
Army Public School, Golconda
GCSEs - All the subjects
International Educational Academy