Performed various laboratory procedures, including preparation of samples, reagents, and calibration solutions, ensuring accurate and reliable test results.Specialized in preparing and extracting TCLP and SPLP samples from diverse environmental samples, contributing to further testing and analysis.Maintained strict adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), ensuring the integrity and accuracy of data records and maintenance.Operated advanced laboratory instruments and equipment to conduct tests efficiently and accurately.Collaborated with senior staff to perform instrument maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting, reducing downtime and ensuring equipment reliability.

Conducted independent log reduction assays to evaluate the efficacy of hypochlorous acid cleansing products, ensuring adherence to industry standards and protocols.Successfully maintained and cryopreserved ten diverse microorganisms including Fungi-Bacteria-Viruses, ensuring their viability and availability for ongoing research and testing.Presented research findings and results to company contacts through well-organized and informative PowerPoint presentations, facilitating clear communication of complex data.Prepared various growth media (liquid and solid) and other solutions from scratch, ensuring accuracy and consistency in experimental setups.Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail in troubleshooting assays, leading to improved results and increased efficiency in laboratory processes.Developed novel microbiology assays based on USP methods to assess the efficacy of antimicrobial dry eye products on RG1 & RG2 level microorganisms.Conducted all experiments and assays using aseptic operations within a biosafety cabinet (BSC) in a biosafety level 2 (BSL-2) environment, maintaining a high level of safety and compliance.Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement experiments, contributing valuable insights and expertise to project planning and execution.Documented experimental procedures, results, and observations meticulously, ensuring data accuracy and traceability for future reference and regulatory purposes.Participated in regular laboratory meetings and discussions, sharing insights and exchanging knowledge with colleagues to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.Proactively researched and stayed up-to-date with advancements in microbiology and related fields, integrating new ideas and best practices into the laboratory's protocols and processes.

• Organize Events, activities, and functions to provide more knowledge about the field to students from the Biotechnology program and Future opportunities, and help them if needed by connecting them to alumni and upper-semester students. Activities organized – BLAST, useful Websites, PCR, CRISPR, Cell cultures.