Sapna Johnson
New Delhi
Summary
Accomplished Sr Study Director at the Institute of Pesticide Formulation Technology, skilled in biopesticides and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in project management and quality assurance, leading teams to develop innovative solutions. Adept at utilizing advanced analytical techniques like GC-MS, ensuring safety and efficacy in product development. Resourceful Director of Studies known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in curriculum development, educational leadership, and student assessment strategies. Excel in communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving to enhance educational environments and achieve academic goals. Seasoned Director of Studies with significant experience in curriculum development, faculty management and student engagement. Known for strategic planning skills, ability to improve academic programs and strong leadership in educational settings. Proven track record of fostering positive learning environments and driving program improvements.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Study Director
Institute of Pesticide Formulation Technology
Gurugram
04.2022 - 04.2023
Fellow
The Energy and Resources Institute India
Gurugram
05.2018 - 09.2021
- Experience in independent scientific research Prepared Research Projects/Protocols/Papers/Guidelines.
- Contributed in scientific research in preparation of 'Guidelines For Evaluation Of Nano-Based Agri-Input And Food Products In India.'
- Product development to ensure Quality And Safety Of Products & Regulatory Compliance For Risk Assessment.
- Honorary fellow in School of Life and Environment Science, Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment at Deakin University.
- Supervised research work of MSc and PhD students University.
- Associate-Supervisor to MSc students 2 students 2 (AS) PhD student 2 (Jointly with Deakin University) guiding them in conducting experiments and analyzing data.
Manager Technical
TÜV SÜD South Asia
Gurugram
01.2013 - 05.2017
- New capability development for Food contact material testing as per relevant National and International standards - Indian regulation, European, FDA and National regulations (e.g. BfR, LFGB and French arrêté).
- Supervised the method validation for Non Food Chemical testing as per EU and REACH Regulations.
- Supervised & Coordinated proficiency testing/inter-laboratory correlation. Food Chemical Testing as per EU /FDA and National laws FSSAI, BIS, EIC.
- Implementation and compliance to NABL/ISO17025 for Quality Control in the Laboratory.
- Organized training programs including technical trainings, new methods & regulatory requirements.
Deputy Head Lab
Pollution Monitoring Laboratory
New Delhi
05.2007 - 12.2012
- Company Overview: Centre for Science and Environment
- Writing research projects and proposals and reports, publication of research papers and articles.
- Research, experimentation and project development, scientific analysis & characterization of organic and inorganic compounds using analytical techniques (Chromatography, Spectroscopy & other chemical testing).
- Implementation and maintenance of Quality Management System and ensuring QA/QC/Audit functions as per ISO:9001:2008.
- Assisted the audit of the CSE Project entitled 'Third Party Auditing of Karnataka State Pollution Control Board Laboratories (KSPCB) and Private Laboratories'.
- Coordinated Training Programmes in collaboration with CPCB under the Hydrology Project - Water Quality Domain during 2009-10 for Scientist and Officers- Water Quality Monitoring & Analytical Procedures -Trace Metal & Pesticide Analysis.
- Centre for Science and Environment
Sr Research Scientist
Pollution Monitoring Laboratory
New Delhi
05.2004 - 12.2007
- Company Overview: Centre for Science and Environment
- Centre for Science and Environment
Research Scientist
Pollution Monitoring Laboratory
New Delhi
05.2001 - 12.2004
- Company Overview: Centre for Science and Environment
- Centre for Science and Environment
Education
Ph. D - Agricultural Chemicals
Indian Agricultural Research Institute
New Delhi01.2001
M Sc. - Agrochemical and Pest Management
Delhi University
North Delhi01.1995
B. Sc. Honours - Botany
Miranda House, Delhi University
North Delhi01.1993
Skills
- Biopesticides
- Pesticide Residue
- Environment
- Chemical Contaminants
- Characterization
- Regulatory
- ISO 17025
- Quality Assurance
- GLP
- GC-MS
- Ion trap
- EI
- PCI
- NCI
- NIST library
- GC
- ECD
- FID
- NPD detectors
- HPLC
- DAD
- Fluorescent detector
- Post Column Derivatization Unit
- UV-VIS Spectrophotometer
- ICP
- Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer
- Preparatory - LC MS
- Extraction
- Isolation
- Confirmation of compounds
- Teamwork
- Project management
- Flexibility
- Adaptability
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
Affiliations
- Life Time Member of Society of Pesticide Science
- Member of Society for Environment Communications
Awards
- IARI Research Fellowship, Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), 12/01/99
- National Eligibility Test (For Lectureship/Assistant Professorship), Agricultural Scientist Recruitment Board (ICAR) New Delhi, 12/01/99
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Painting
- Music
Disclaimer
I do hereby declare that all the statements furnished above are true to the best of my knowledge & belief.
Trainings Workshops Conferences
- Measurement uncertainty ISO/IEC - 17025, 2004
- GC-MS training Structure elucidation and confirmation of compounds using EI mode, 2009
- Pesticide Residue by LC MS, 2013
- Food Grade Testing - Experience Exchange workshop, 2015
- ISO 9001:2005 Quality Management System, 2013
- ISO14001&BSOHSAS 18001:2007 Awareness, 2015
- ISO/IEC 17025: 2005 Technical Manager, 2016
- Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) Awareness Program, 2023
<Enter your own>
- Number of Children: 1
- Title: Sr. Study Director
- Date of Birth: 04/03/73
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Sr Study Director
Institute of Pesticide Formulation Technology
04.2022 - 04.2023
Fellow
The Energy and Resources Institute India
05.2018 - 09.2021
Manager Technical
TÜV SÜD South Asia
01.2013 - 05.2017
Deputy Head Lab
Pollution Monitoring Laboratory
05.2007 - 12.2012
Sr Research Scientist
Pollution Monitoring Laboratory
05.2004 - 12.2007
Research Scientist
Pollution Monitoring Laboratory
05.2001 - 12.2004
Ph. D - Agricultural Chemicals
Indian Agricultural Research Institute
M Sc. - Agrochemical and Pest Management
Delhi University
B. Sc. Honours - Botany
Miranda House, Delhi University
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