Soumya M

I am a trained vector biologist working on various technical nuances of maintenance and function of an Arthropod containment facility and Biosafety research laboratory. Quick learner and highly adaptive with problem solving skills. Passionate about basic and applied research, Proficient in basic laboratory techniques, highly motivated and resilient research professional. Motivated student currently working towards degree in [Area of study]. Adept at prepping resources, equipment, and materials for research. Extensive background in investigating [Type] research. Detail-oriented Research Assistant with hands-on experience performing clerical and laboratory work to advance research goals. Drives team success with expertise in data review, reporting and specimen handling. Specializes in [Area of study]. Dedicated professional skillful in sample collection, data recording and instrument calibration. Resourceful and adaptable individual with extensive experience developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions. Reliable individual with skills and experience as Laboratory Technician. Smart and committed to job well done and offering exceptional drive. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

• The genome trilogy of Anopheles stephensi, an urban malaria vector, reveals structure of a locus associated with adaptation to environmental heterogeneity, Aditi Thakare, Chaitali Ghosh, Tejashwini Alalamath, Naveen Kumar, Himani Narang, Saurabh Whadgar, Kiran Paul, Shweta Shrotri, Sampath Kumar, M.Soumya, Raksha Rao, Mahul Chakraborty, Bibha Choudhary, Susanta K. Ghosh, Suresh Subramani, Sunita Swain & Subhashini Srinivasan, https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-022-07462-3
• Enrichment of phenotype among biological forms of Anopheles stephensi Liston through establishment of isofemale lines, Chaitali Ghosh, Naveen Kumar, Raja Babu Singh Kushwah, Soumya M., Soumya Gopal Joshi, Chethan Kumar Ramanjini, Tejashwini Alalamath, Subhashini Srinivasan, Suresh Subramani, Sampath Kumar & Sunita Swain, https://parasitesandvectors.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13071-023-05696-2#:~:text=With%20the%20existence%20of%20three,competence%20of%20various%20biological%20forms.
• Identification of a TNF-TNFR-like system in malaria vectors (Anopheles stephensi) likely to influence Plasmodium resistance, Subhashini Srinivasan 1, Chaitali Ghosh # 2, Shrestha Das # 3, Aditi Thakare # 3, Siddharth Singh 3, Apoorva Ganesh 3, Harsh Mahawar 3, Aadhya Jaisimha 3, Mohanapriya Krishna 3, Aritra Chattopadhyay 3, Rishima Borah 3, Vikrant Singh 3, Soumya M 2, Naveen Kumar 2, Sampath Kumar 2, Sunita Swain 4, Suresh Subramani, https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36351999/#:~:text=Identification%20of%20a,Affiliations

• Develop study procedures, methodology and data collection also manages study supplies and accountability.
• Collect, verify and finalise collected data to create reports and present results of findings for further studies.
• Submission of Experiment result documents for review and approval by those ethics committees.
• Maintenance of Anopheles sp and Aedes sp Mosquitoes.
• Understanding mosquito taxonomy, biodiversity, behaviour and ecology.
• Development of Mosquitoes Isofemale Lines and using vector genetic techniques.
• Dissections (Mosquitoes Brain, Salivary gland, Midgut, Ovary, Wings etc.)
• Embryonic and maternal bio manipulation of mosquitoes through microinjection techniques.
• Cytogenetic and slide preparation, mounting, and staining.
• Invitro and Invivo Plasmodium culture techniques for mosquito vector competence studies and parasite challenge assays to evaluate antimalarial peptides.
• Molecular Biology: PCR, GEL Electrophoresis and Nucleic Acid Extraction.
• Animal Handling: Mice Restraining, IP Injection, Breeding colony setting, Cervical Dislocation, Ear punching, Toe Clipping, Dissection.

Received Best Employee Award, 2024

• Screened over [Number] clinical trial applicants.
• Delivered poster presentation on [Topic] at [Conference Name] in [Year].
• Wrote [Number] articles published in [Name of Publication] and [Name of Publication].
• Trained [Number] undergraduate students on laboratory techniques and research fundamentals.
• Wrote grant application leading to $[Number] award.
• Recruited over [Number] participants for clinical trial on [Area of research].
• Designed new protocols and processes, streamlining research [Number]%.
• Educated [Number] undergraduate students on clinical good practices and laboratory techniques.
• Improved experiment efficiency [Number]% by introducing revamped protocols and procedures.
• Collaborated with investigators at [Institution Name] to make breakthrough in [Area of research].
• Earned recognition in peer-reviewed publications like [Name of Publication] and [Name of Publication].
• Made breakthrough in [Area of research] in [Year].
• Presented research on [Topic] at [Conference Name].
• Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
• Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
• Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
• Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
• Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
• Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
• Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.