Priyanka L
Bangalore
Summary
- Experienced Microbiologist with proven experience improving scientific community by performing accurate research while complying with laboratory safety protocol and standards.
- Outstanding data management and report development skills contributing to research funding efforts.
- Microbiologist with 13 years' experience in leading large teams of scientists in advanced research projects.
- Extremely knowledgeable in overall laboratory functions and maintenance.
- Extremely skilled as Assistant Microbiologist 11 years in radiological threats and emerging diseases.
- Advanced in surveillance, clinical research and laboratory testing and Hospital Antibiogram.
- Scientist experienced in establishing investigate tasks and motivating staff to attain goals , offers knowledge of laboratory equipment, safety practices and Biohazard disposal.
- Well organized and dependable candidate successfully managing multiple priorities solely with a positive attitude.
- Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- Research Microbiologist practiced in cell- based assay development, molecular biology and genetics and culture characterization, as well as drafting corresponding technical and research documents.
- Dedicated biologist professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organization brand.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Microbiologist
BHAGWAN MAHAVEER JAIN HOSPITAL
Bangalore
03.2014 - Current
- Communicated research results to the clinicians for effective and timely treatment of the patients.
- Collected and analyse biological specimens and their characterization,epidemiology and treatment for the patients with particular infections.
- All the microbiological samples are collected at sterile aseptic conditions.
- Compared the results and checked for the secondary infections.
- Ordered laboratory supplies and equipment.
- Programmed computers to store, process and analyze the data.
- Managed overall laboratory functions.
- Scheduled and trained technical staff members.
- Carried out quality control assessment for EQAS (External quality assessment scheme) and ATCC strains internal quality control is checked and recorded.
- Facilitated research into genetic cause of the diseases.
- Preventive maintenance of Vitek 2 systems is solely managed without any delay in routine microbiology work.
- Diagnosed certain autoimmune and infectious diseases.
- Attended conference to broaden knowledge (WHONET , Surgical Site Infections, CPR, Infection control)
Laboratory Technician
AKESCO Health
Bangalore
10.2012 - 02.2014
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stocks, placing orders and verifying receipts.
- Oversaw items in inventory and recorded before supplies diminished.
- Processed Haematology samples in sysmex analyzer and reported to the patients.
- Processed biochemistry samples in BA 400 analyzer and reported within TAT timings.
- Processed Urine analysis in cobas 311 analyzer and reported.
- Processed immunology samples in Architect and reported, Critical values are informed to the clinicians and recorded.
- Entered quality test results, scanned paperwork into systems.
- Supported laboratory staffs with advanced troubleshooting, resolving complex problems and helping with special projects.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Completed quality documents and input and saved quality data in appropriate locations.
- Sterility checkup and Autoclave maintenance were processed and maintained to maximize purity of the specimens.
Education
PHD - Microbiology
Dayananda Sagar University
Bangalore10.2025
Master of Science - Medical microbiology and Bacteriology
Periyar University
Tamilnadu01.2019
Master of Science - Yoga therapy and Teacher Training
Bangalore University
Bangalore04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology Chemistry and Zoology
St. Joseph’s Autonomous College
Bangalore04.2012
Skills
- Microbial testing
- Infection Control
- Gram Staining
- Pathogen Characterization
- Western Blotting
- Molecular Diagnostics
- Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing
- Laboratory Operations
- ELISA assay
- PCR
- RNA Isolation
- UV spectrometry
- VIS spectrometry
- Transcription profiling
- Cepheid Gene-xpert
- Vitek 2 systems reporting
- Vitek 2 systems maintenance
- Vitek 2 systems calibration
- Published researcher
Accomplishments
- Extended spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) Producing bacterial pathogens associated with respiratory tract infections, Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology, 2025, 19, 1, 601-616, 10.22207/JPAM.19.1.50
- Phenotypic detection of beta-lactamases producing Klebsiella pneumoniae and Acinetobacter baumannii isolated from the respiratory tract infections, IP International Journal of Medical Microbiology and Tropical Diseases, 2025, 11, 4
- PHD Book published on Etiological agents causing respiratory tract infections with their molecular characterization
- Presented Poster on Respiratory Tract infection in AMR Conference, Mysore, 09/21/22 - 09/23/22
- Presented oral presentation on Respiratory Tract infection at National conference on contextual Approaches in Applied Microbiology, 06/08/23 - 06/09/23
- Presented Poster and Oral Presentation on Salmonella typhii at water borne infections diseases, Anand Diagnostics Laboratory, 04/01/17 - 04/30/17
- Certificate of appreciation as Covid 19 warrior, 2020
- Swimmer, Classical Dancer, Master in Yoga and Singer
- Completed state level in Free style swimming and won prizes
- Completed Junior grade in classical dance
- Completed Master course in Simplified kundalini Yoga
- Completed workshops for Antibiogram by attending WHONET program
- Certificate of appreciation for Automated Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing- Technique and its Quality control, 07/16/24, Department of Microbiology at St. John’s Medical College
Disclaimer
I declare that the above information is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge, and nothing had been concealed / distorted. If provided an opportunity I will abide to the norms of the organization and serve the best part.
Languages
- English
- Tamil
- Hindi
- Telugu
- Kannada
Training
- Basic of quality in laboratory medicine, 08/01/15
- Good laboratory practices, Time management, Quality control and Role of Automation, 06/01/18
- JCI training (SSI Prevention and principle practices), 02/01/19
- CME on TB case in INDIA revised programme management of Drug resistant TB guidelines, 05/01/18
- Frontiers in laboratory medicines ILQA week, 03/01/13
- Workshop on coagulation, 02/01/13
- Phlebotomy procedure, preanalytical phase and soft skills, 01/01/13
- Water conservation and rain water harvesting, 03/01/11
- 120 hours honours programme, 2010-2011
- Poster and oral presentation on Internal sparrow day, 2012
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/02/91
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Assistant Microbiologist
BHAGWAN MAHAVEER JAIN HOSPITAL
03.2014 - Current
Laboratory Technician
AKESCO Health
10.2012 - 02.2014
PHD - Microbiology
Dayananda Sagar University
Master of Science - Medical microbiology and Bacteriology
Periyar University
Master of Science - Yoga therapy and Teacher Training
Bangalore University
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology Chemistry and Zoology
St. Joseph’s Autonomous College