Desired Job Title
BCIL Trainee Research AssistantAssistant Biology TeacherProject AssistantJunior Research FellowWork Type
Full TimePart TimeLocation Preference
HybridOn-SiteLocation: Samba, INFinland Norway
Open to relocation: Yes
SUMITA KATAL
Interdiciplinary Researcher
Samba
Work Preference
Summary
Pro-active analytical Biotechnologist with an established background in molecular biology, cell biology and computational biology workflows. Currently expanding advanced wet lab capabilities through hands-on industrial training at Sun Pharma, focusing on mammalian cell culture and Bacterial cell culture and in line analytical molecular techniques. Demonstrated ability to execute meticulous experimental workflows, mine scientific literature, and communicate data effectively. Eager to contribute to Thermo Fisher Scientific’s molecular biology core facility to advance innovative high-throughput recombinant antibody platforms.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
BCIL Trainee
Sun Pharma
01.2026 - Current
Undergoing intensive hands-on training in end-to-end biologics manufacturing.
Executed hands-on training in upstream processing for mammalian and prokaryotic systems up to pilot-scale production. Gained exposure to real-time process monitoring utilizing MFCS software and inline analytics. Operated automatic cell counter and hemocytometer for mammalian cell culture assessments. Conducted OD600 measurements using UV-Vis spectrophotometry for bacterial cell culture analysis.
downstream purification: hands-on training in target protein extraction and preparative chromatography (protein a, aex, and cex) utilizing äkta pilot system.
actively advancing knowledge in inline analytics encompassing SDS-PAGE, RP-HPLC, qPCR, peptide mapping, CGMP protocols, and GDP.
Research Assistant
Bioinformatics Project and Research Institute
09.2025 - 12.2025
Research Publications:
- Integrated structural and network-based characterization of ABL1 as a central hub in Chronic Myeloid leukemia, using protein interaction and motif analysis with Biopython - JETIR December 2025, Volume 12, Issue 12
Constructed protein-protein interaction networks of the ABL1 kinase domain and its downstream adapters. Identified key docking domains involved in aberrant signaling cascades using structural modeling software (PyMOL, RasWin).
- Structure-guided CRISPR CAS9 Targeting of ABL1 for Functional Disruption of BCR-ABL1 Fusion in Chronic Myeloid Leukemia - Computational Biology and Bioinformatics 2026, Vol. 14, No. 1, pp. 13–25
Designed highly specific sgRNAs targeting the BCR-ABL1 fusion junction using CHOPCHOP and E-CRISP. Developed automated Python scripts (Biopython) to evaluate and minimize potential off-target alignment loci across the human genome.
Assistant Biology Teacher
R School of Sciences
01.2024 - 12.2025
- Translated complex biological, cellular, and molecular concepts into structured, comprehensible formats utilizing 3D animation and multimedia to improve student comprehension.
- Employed tests, quizzes, and additional assignments to measure students' understanding and analyze grasp of course content..
- Formulated mnemonics aimed at boosting retention of challenging biology jargon.
Education
MSc (Hons) - Biotechnology
D.A.V University
Jalandhar01-2023
Bachelor of Science - Life Sciences
Government Degree College
Samba, Jammu and Kashmir 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Army Public School
Samba, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Molecular Biology & Cloning: PCR, SDS-PAGE, DNA/RNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, microbial cell culture(Basic)
In Silico & Bioinformatics: Biopython (sequence alignment, gene annotation, off-target assessment), PyMOL, RasWin, E-CRISP, CHOPCHOP
Software & Data Analysis: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Instrumentation & Process Control: Laminar Air Flow (LAF), UV Spectrophotometer, Mini and Refrigirated Centrifuge, Autoclave (HPHV, Gravity), Shaking Incubators
Accomplishments
- Trainee of the week at Acentric Biotech Research Laboratory- 2022
- JGEEBILS JRF 2025 qualified
- GATE 2025 qualified
- DBT-BITP 2025 Qualified
Extra curriculum
Leadership & Organizational Roles: First runner up in Tehsil Youth Parliament under National Youth Parliament festival 2019 Participated and Represented District Samba, J&K in State Youth Parliament Festival 2019 Co organized Departmental Diwali mela Stall making competition and won 2nd prize- 2022 Leadership & Organizational Roles: First runner up in Tehsil Youth Parliament under National Youth Parliament festival 2019 Participated and Represented District Samba, J&K in State Youth Parliament Festival 2019 Co organized Departmental Diwali mela Stall making competition and won 2nd prize- 2022
Certification
Summer Training from Acentric Biotech Research Laboratory (2022)
Workshop / Seminar
- Attended Hybrid International Workshop on “Flow Cytometry and its Applications in Biotechnology Research” – international exposure to cutting-edge cytometry applications. (2022)
- Attended Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) – gained awareness of IPR considerations in biotechnology research and innovation.(2022)
Timeline
BCIL Trainee
Sun Pharma
01.2026 - Current
Research Assistant
Bioinformatics Project and Research Institute
09.2025 - 12.2025
Assistant Biology Teacher
R School of Sciences
01.2024 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Life Sciences
Government Degree College
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Army Public School
04.2001 -
MSc (Hons) - Biotechnology
D.A.V University