Staff Research Scientist: 2018 - 2020Research Associate: 2016 - 2018Postdoctoral Research Scholar: 2011 - 2016► Formulated hypotheses and led multiple research projects resulting in 7+ publications including several book chapters► Contributed to research that procured 8 grants and over $1.8 million in previous and ongoing grant funding through meticulous analysis and realization of the scope of data generated► Identified novel genetic determinants of aging and immunity unraveling a never before reported role for fat metabolism in healthspan. ► Recommended twice in F1000Prime for research being of special significance in its field (PLoS Genetics, 2014; DOI: 10.3410/f.725263350.793532574 and PLoS Genetics, 2016; DOI: 10.1371/journal.pgen.1005788)► Self-motivated and able to delegate, qualities that helped set up high-throughput pipelines and maintain a successful and efficient laboratory ► Supervised, managed and streamlined lab operations saving over $3000 annually as senior-most member of research staff► Up-to date with knowledge of current industry trends and recent technological advances that helped progress projects and spur innovative new methodologies resulting in 3 methods' articles► Collaborated across departments and the C. elegans community while also serving as an invited reviewer for PLoS group of journals ► Delivered presentations at national and international conferences► Proficient and experienced in training technicians, postdoctoral associates, and fellows including 5+ years of experience in supervising and mentoring undergraduates, masters, and graduate level students to motivate peak individual performance

► Awarded the prestigious Charles Darwin Research Scholarship► Contributed towards understanding the molecular evolution of the genetics of aging and immunity leading to 4 publications► Research findings covered on front page of Daily Express (Daily UK tabloid newspaper) and by popular media outlets including Reuters, Science Daily and UPI► Developed and optimized protocols that helped characterize several Caenorhabditid species at both the phenotypic and molecular level► Prepared grant proposals and generated new ideas through brainstorming and critical thinking that helped realize extensive grant funding► Adept at presenting complex scientific information to an audience with a wide spectrum of expertise► Successfully obtained funding as part of 5 member team to organize a "Doctoral Research Conference" on "An integrated approach to research in infectious diseases" that included invited speakers from across the United Kingdom ► Trained and supervised undergraduate and graduate students

► Spearheaded the research and development of diagnostic kits for SNP (Single Nucleotide Polymorphism) detection ► Established efficient workflow for sample testing through strategic planning and dexterous management of research professionals demonstrating strong leadership skills ► Consistently adhered to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) as well as safety protocols, producing results that are accurate, safe and compliant with regulatory standards► Significantly increased clientele through Insightful innovation and effective strategy