Subarna Haldar
Barasat
Summary
Motivated M.Sc. Microbiology student with hands-on experience in industrial microbiology, molecular biology, and biochemistry. Proficient in microbial culture, PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, antimicrobial resistance testing, and aseptic techniques under GLP and ISO 15189 standards. Seeking to apply my skills in R&D, Quality Control, or Production within biotech, pharmaceutical, or biopharma industries.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Microbiology & Molecular Biology Technologist
PROBE DIAGNOSTICS PVT. LTD.
07.2024 - Current
- Conducting bacterial culture, enzyme assays and antimicrobial susceptibility testing relevant to drug resistance studies.
- Performing DNA/RNA extraction and PCR-based assays for microbial identification and molecular diagnostics.
- Applying aseptic techniques, media preparation, and microbial growth monitoring in controlled lab conditions.
- Contributing to SOP development, root cause analysis and QC documentation aligned with ISO standards.
- Hands-on operation of molecular and microbiological platforms: Bio-Rad CFX96 Real Time PCR.
Laboratory Technologist
SPECIALIST CLINIC & DIAGNOSTICS
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Executed biochemical and microbiological assays following SOPs.
- Operated laboratory instruments including centrifuges, autoclaves, and semi-automated analyzers.
- Gained exposure to QC processes and sample preparation workflows applicable to industrial settings.
Intern, Clinical Laboratory
PEERLESS HOSPITAL & B.K.ROY RESEARCH CENTER
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Completed 6-months internship in Microbiology, Serology, Molecular Biology, Clinical Biochemistry and Pathology.
- Practiced aseptic techniques, microbial culture, enzyme assays and immunochromatographic assays under supervised conditions.
- Learned instrument calibration, Reagent preparation and quality management procedures. Hands-on operation of VITEK 2, BACTEC Systems, GeneXpert, Biofire.
Education
Master of Science - Microbiology
Swami Vivekananda University
Barrackpore, West Bengal09-2026
Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT) - Medical Lab Technology
Peerless Hospital - State Medical Faculty of West Bengal
West Bengal12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
West Bengal State University
West Bengal10-2020
Higher Secondary - PCMB
West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education
West Bengal05-2017
Secondary -
West Bengal Board of Secondary Education
West Bengal05-2015
Skills
- Bacterial Culture
- Staining
- Antibiotic sensitivity testing
- Enzyme assays (ELISA)
- Immunochromatographic assays
- DNA/RNA extraction
- PCR-based detection methods
- Aseptic techniques
- Media preparation
- Tissue processing
- MS Office
- Strong Communication
- Teamwork
- Accuracy in documentation and reporting
- Adaptability
- Problem solving ability
INDUSTRIAL & ANALYTICAL PROFICIENCY
- QA-QC Procedures aligned with GLP
- SOP development and compliances.
- Root Cause and event analysis, ISO 15189 documentation.
MACHINE HANDLING
Microbiology & Serology
- BACTEC FX40/9050, VITEK 2, Mini Vidas
Molecular Biology
- BIO-RAD CFX96C1000Touch Real-Time PCR, GeneXpert, Biofire
Biochemistry
- VITROS 5600/4600, Cobas e411
Histopathology
- Automatic Tissue Processor (Leica)
- Semi-Automatic Microtome (Leica)
CONFERENCES
- Webinar: The silent pandemic- Unmasking AMR with molecular diagnostics organized by TRUPCR, 25th June, 2025
- Active participation on international online talk session on Food Preservation organized by Dept. of Botany and IQAC, St. Xavier College, Ranchi, Jharkhand , 22nd January,2025
- Presentation on " Exploring the Cytotoxic Effects of Acetaminophen and Related Cellular Damage" at International Conference on Agriculture, Life Sciences, and Food Science (ICALF 2024), 23 February,2024
LANGUAGES
Bengali - Native or Bilingual Proficiency
English - Full Professional Proficiency
Hindi - Professional Working Proficiency
Accomplishments
- 3rd Position in Group Poster Presentation on Cervical Cancer (2024-01), Swami Vivekananda University
Timeline
Microbiology & Molecular Biology Technologist
PROBE DIAGNOSTICS PVT. LTD.
07.2024 - Current
Laboratory Technologist
SPECIALIST CLINIC & DIAGNOSTICS
05.2023 - 07.2023
Intern, Clinical Laboratory
PEERLESS HOSPITAL & B.K.ROY RESEARCH CENTER
11.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Microbiology
Swami Vivekananda University
Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT) - Medical Lab Technology
Peerless Hospital - State Medical Faculty of West Bengal
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
West Bengal State University
Higher Secondary - PCMB
West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education
Secondary -
West Bengal Board of Secondary Education