RIYA ANN SAMUEL
Bengaluru
Summary
- Ph.D. Graduate in Life Sciences with over 4 years of research experience in Microbiology, Immunology, Enzymology, and Molecular Biology.
- Skilled in designing and executing experimental protocols involving probiotic screening, fermentation strategies, molecular characterization, and immunological assays.
- Adept at using statistical and computational tools for data analysis. Skilled Specialist with expertise in project management, problem-solving and team leadership. Strengths lie in ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks, develop strategic plans and ensure successful execution of operational goals.
- Previous experience led to significant improvement in workflow processes and overall performance efficiencies. Demonstrated skills include adaptability, strong presentation communication abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Downstream Specialist
Thermofisher Scientific
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and optimized affinity and SEC-based purification workflows for recombinant antibodies, improving yield and purity.
- Contributed extensively to downstream purification and formulation strategies, enabling higher reproducibility and scalability.
- Led purification campaigns using AKTA/HPLC systems, followed by functional validation of antibodies through immunoassays.
- Implemented process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Participated in ongoing training, workshops, and compliance activities.
- Cell Culture & Maintenance – trained in aseptic techniques, routine subculturing, cryopreservation, and mammalian cell line handling and transfection
- DNA Extraction and Purification – skilled in isolating high-quality genomic DNA and plasmid DNA using column-based and organic extraction methods for downstream molecular applications.
- 5S OWNER, Trained in GDP and documentation practices and audit
Lecturer
CHRIST(Deemed to be University)
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Conducted and assisted with practical and theory sessions for undergraduate students in the following subject areas.
- Immunology, Biochemistry, Reproductive Biology, Cell Biology, Medical Diagnostics, Aquatic Biology, and Fisheries.
- Provided guidance to students on course selection, career planning, and other educational matters.
- Mentored M.Sc. Students and B.Sc. Students in project development and thesis writing.
Education
Ph.D. - Life Sciences(Zoology And Microbiolgy)
CHRIST (Deemed To Be University)
Bangalore, India05-2025
M.Sc. - Zoology, Microbiology & Immunology
CHRIST (Deemed To Be University)
Bangalore 06-2019
B.Sc. - Zoology, Botany and Chemistry
Union Christian College
Aluva, KeralaHigh School - Science
Kendriya Vidyalaya NAD
Aluva Kerala04-2014
Skills
- Cell culture
- Immunoassays
- DNA extraction
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Scientific writing
- Process optimization
- Laboratory techniques
- Continuous improvement
- Idea development and brainstorming
- Process improvement
- Workflow optimization
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Purification
Leadership Organization
- Team Lead, Junior Research Scholars, CHRIST University
- Editor, Department Magazine, 2016-2017
- Event organizer, Imbibe, Jeevotsav, Bio Gala
- Discipline lead, School-level leadership
- Sports captain, School-level leadership
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Hindi
- Malayalam
- Tamil
Publications
- Probiotic Research in Therapeutics Volume 1: Applications in Cancers and Immunological Diseases, Springer NATURE, SpringerLink
- Advances in Microbiology, Bhumi publishing, Book chapter, Google Scholar
- Formulation and Characterization of Plant, Animal, and Probiotic Based Fish Meals and Evaluating their Efficacy on Growth and Performance in zebrafish (Danio rerio), Google Scholar
- Bacillus Cereus-Mediated Bio fermentation of Sardine Offal Waste: A Novel Approach to Enhance Nutritional Value by Response Surface Methodology Optimization, https://doi.org/10.31018/jans.v16i1.5264
- Book chapter-Advanced strategies to harness extracellular enzymes to augment aquafeed, Research trends in Lifesciences, 10, Akinik publishing
Languages
Malayalam
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Workshops Training
- Workshop Cytiva, advancement in purification, completed certificate courses for purification from Cytiva.
- Completed certificate courses training in Cytiva for purification strategies,
- Athree-month project undertaken at Karnataka Veterinary Animal and Fisheries Sciences University, Bidar, FRIC, Hebbal, under the supervision of Dr K.B Rajanna.
- Conference on May 28, 2024, Multiplexing Magic: How MULTI-seq Revolutionizes Single-Cell RNA Sequencing, Broadcast 1, organized by Wisdom and Tools for Bio Scientists
A three-day hands-on training on 'DNA barcoding and phylogenetic analysis' in association with the National Facility for Biopharmaceuticals, Mumbai, was conducted from November 18, 2019, to November 20, 2019.
An internship at Kanva Diagnostics Hospital, Rajaji Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, was obtained in the Microbiology and Oncology departments from January 2018 to March 2018
Timeline
Downstream Specialist
Thermofisher Scientific
07.2024 - Current
Lecturer
CHRIST(Deemed to be University)
01.2021 - 12.2023
Ph.D. - Life Sciences(Zoology And Microbiolgy)
CHRIST (Deemed To Be University)
M.Sc. - Zoology, Microbiology & Immunology
CHRIST (Deemed To Be University)
B.Sc. - Zoology, Botany and Chemistry
Union Christian College
High School - Science
Kendriya Vidyalaya NAD
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