Saswata Banerjee
Chandannagar,WB
Summary
Accomplished scientific professional with a PhD at the crossroads of chemistry and life sciences, and extensive editorial leadership experience, including managing a publishing start-up as the managing editor and main strategist during the challenging pandemic period; successfully assembled a team of ten professionals to drive project success. Currently, a Lead Scientific Editor at BioQuest. Pursuing a Masters in Mass Communication to apply advanced communication and marketing strategies to foster strategic partnerships and enhance community engagement within the scientific landscape. As a management enthusiast, pursuing an Executive MBA at India's #1 business school, building a broad and influential network. Eager to leverage my unique blend of scientific and business acumen, by joining a managerial role in a reputed organization.
Overview
6
6
Years of professional experience
4
4
Post Graduate Diplomas on Management
50
50
Certifications in Business & Management
30
30
Certifications in Communications
Work History
Lead Scientific Editor
BioQuest
01.2024 - Current
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work
- Build and trained a team of editors for international clients
- Develop and implement innovative communication plans to ensure client delight; Develop strategies for the marketing team to obtain more high-ticket clients
- Prepare quality training materials for teams of writers, editors, and proofreaders and apply cutting-edge pedagogy to ensure thorough training in minimum time
Scientific Content Creator
American Chemical Society
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Developed content by reviewing scientific literature and analyzing data from ACS database; Edited and redrafted content to ensure broader reach
- Data analysis and visualization using MS Excel and Tableau
Scientific Reviewer
Cactus Communications
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Maintained strong attention to detail while reviewing numerous documents daily, ensuring consistent quality and accuracy; Awarded as the 'Remarkable Reviewer' multiple times
- Edited over 1300 manuscripts for brands like Wiley, Elsevier, and Springer Nature
Managing Editor
Magic Seeds Books LLP
04.2020 - 09.2022
- Built and managed a team of 10 professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic period
- Published more than 80 titles and edited more than 30 titles; Developed separate communication channels to retain existing clients and acquire new high-ticket clients
Research Scientist
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
06.2018 - 03.2020
- Developed cutting-edge therapies for challenging diseases like IgA Nephropathy
- Managed several collaborative projects involving multiple research groups
Science & Technology Content Writer (Intern)
Asiana Times
06.2023 - 07.2023
Education
Executive MBA (PGPPro)
06.2025
Merit Scholar Awardee
Post Graduate Program in Business Strategy
06.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
05.2025
Micromasters in Business And Management
07.2022
Micromasters in Project Management
11.2021
Ph.D. - DNA Nanotechnology
05.2018
Master of Science - Chemistry
05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
05.2010
Skills
- Project Management
- Process Optimization
- Stakeholder Management
- Business Communications
- Negotiations
- Market Research & Analysis
- Strategy Development
- Team Building
Certifications
Business English Communication Skills Specialization, University of Washington
June 2020
Professional Certificate in Data Analytics, Google
Feb 2022
Business English Specialization, Arizona State University
Apr 2022
Professional Certificate in Project Management, Google
Jun 2022
Brand and Marketing Research Strategy Professional Certificate, Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
Aug 2022
Business Statistics and Analysis Specialization, Rice University
Aug 2022
Specialization in Business Strategy, University of Virginia
Aug 2022
Timeline
Lead Scientific Editor - BioQuest
01.2024 - Current
Scientific Content Creator - American Chemical Society
06.2023 - 10.2023
Science & Technology Content Writer (Intern) - Asiana Times
06.2023 - 07.2023
Scientific Reviewer - Cactus Communications
09.2022 - 06.2023
Managing Editor - Magic Seeds Books LLP
04.2020 - 09.2022
Research Scientist - Columbia University Irving Medical Center
06.2018 - 03.2020
Indian School of Business - , Executive MBA (PGPPro)
Symbiosis - , Post Graduate Program in Business Strategy
Amity University - Bachelor of Arts, Journalism And Mass Communication
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore - , Micromasters in Business And Management
Rochester Institute of Technology - , Micromasters in Project Management
Arizona State University - Ph.D., DNA Nanotechnology
Indian Institute of Technology Madras - Master of Science, Chemistry
Presidency College - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
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