Nilakshi Mazumder

Nilakshi Mazumder

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    QA Technician at Saputo Dairy UK | Quality Assurance | Food Technologist | Biotechnology Engineer | Mental Health First Aider

  • Education

    • Acharya Institute of Technology

      2016 - 2020
      Bachelor of Engineering - BE Biotechnology 8.31 CGPA- First Class with Distinction (FCD); AIT BT Department Topper

      Activities and Societies: Head Student Coordinator of the Department, Creative Head at The iCARE Group. Modules included:Food Biotechnology, Plant Biotechnology, Fermentation Technology, Genomics and Proteomics, Forensic Sciences;Clinical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Environmental Biotechnology, Regulatory Affairs in Biotechnology Industry;Immunotechnology, Genetic Engineering, Animal Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology for Sustainable Environment, Biokinetics and Bioreaction Engineering;Enzyme Biotechnology, Nanobiotechnology, Cell Culture Techniques… Show more Modules included:Food Biotechnology, Plant Biotechnology, Fermentation Technology, Genomics and Proteomics, Forensic Sciences;Clinical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Environmental Biotechnology, Regulatory Affairs in Biotechnology Industry;Immunotechnology, Genetic Engineering, Animal Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology for Sustainable Environment, Biokinetics and Bioreaction Engineering;Enzyme Biotechnology, Nanobiotechnology, Cell Culture Techniques, Bioprocess Control and Automation, Bioprocess Equipment Designing and CAED, Biobusiness and Entrepreneurship;Biochemistry, Microbiology, Cell Biology and Genetics, Unit Operations, Engineering Mathematics, Computer Applications;Molecular Biology, Structural Biology, Biochemical Thermodynamics, Clinical Biochemistry, Bioprocess Principles and Calculations, Biostatistics;Professional Practice (Internship) and Research Project (Engineering Project). Show less

    • St. Anthony's Higher Secondary School, Shillong

      2014 - 2016
      12th Science 81.4%

      Activities and Societies: Science forum, Life sciences group, Cultural forum Core Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, Mathematics, Additional English.

    • St. Mary's Higher Secondary School, Shillong

      2003 - 2014
      10th 93.16% ; 7th State Rank Holder (MBOSE)

      Activities and Societies: Centenary HEAD GIRL of the School, Leader of the Student council, Head Girl at the Students' council, School choir team, Science forum, Debate team, Quiz team, Cultural forum. Core Subjects: English, Mathematics, Science, Health Education, Additional English, Social Studies, Environmental Science.

    • Teesside University

      2021 - 2023
      MSc Food Science and Biotechnology (with Advanced Practice) Distinction (GPA 3.88/4.0)

      Modules included:Food Biotechnology, Food Safety Engineering, Food Chemistry Composition and Analysis, Food Product Design and Manufacturing Process Development, Advance Practice in Sciences (Internship) and Research Project (Master's Dissertation).

    • Visvesvaraya Technological University

      2016 - 2020
      Bachelor of Engineering - BE Biotechnology 8.31 CGPA- First Class with Distinction (FCD)

      Modules included:Food Biotechnology, Plant Biotechnology, Fermentation Technology, Genomics and Proteomics, Forensic Sciences;Clinical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Environmental Biotechnology, Regulatory Affairs in Biotechnology Industry;Immunotechnology, Genetic Engineering, Animal Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology for Sustainable Environment, Biokinetics and Bioreaction Engineering;Enzyme Biotechnology, Nanobiotechnology, Cell Culture Techniques… Show more Modules included:Food Biotechnology, Plant Biotechnology, Fermentation Technology, Genomics and Proteomics, Forensic Sciences;Clinical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Environmental Biotechnology, Regulatory Affairs in Biotechnology Industry;Immunotechnology, Genetic Engineering, Animal Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology for Sustainable Environment, Biokinetics and Bioreaction Engineering;Enzyme Biotechnology, Nanobiotechnology, Cell Culture Techniques, Bioprocess Control and Automation, Bioprocess Equipment Designing and CAED, Biobusiness and Entrepreneurship;Biochemistry, Microbiology, Cell Biology and Genetics, Unit Operations, Engineering Mathematics, Computer Applications;Molecular Biology, Structural Biology, Biochemical Thermodynamics, Clinical Biochemistry, Bioprocess Principles and Calculations, Biostatistics;Professional Practice (Internship) and Research Project (Engineering Project). Show less

  • Experience

    • Azyme Biosciences

      Jan 2019 - Feb 2019
      Student Trainee

      Enzyme Technology✔ Worked on the isolation of crude enzymes from microbial sources, enzyme purification,characterization and immobilization.✔ Performed Precipitation, Dialysis, and Chromatographic techniques for enzyme purification.✔ Performed Total Protein estimation (using Lowry’s method and Bradford Method), andEnzyme Kinetics by studying the effect of pH, temperature, incubation time and substrateconcentration for characterization.✔ Immobilized the purified enzymes by Entrapment Method using agarose gel, acrylamide gel, urethrane and sodium alginate.✔ Determined molecular weight of the enzyme using SDS PAGE. Show less

    • Jubilant Biosys Limited

      Jul 2019 - Aug 2019
      Project Intern

      Department of Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics✔ Worked on “Stability of Compounds in Human and Preclinical Liver Microsomes”.✔ Performed the Solubility Assay, Metabolic Stability, and Hepatocytic Stability Assays.✔ Worked on the Cytochrome P450 (Cyp) Inhibition Assay, Plasma-Protein Binding (PPB)Assay and Caco 2 Permeability Assay to understand the “Drug-Drug Interaction Studiesusing Human Liver Microsomes”.

    • Orion Health Food Pvt. Ltd.

      Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
      Intern Assistant

      Food Processing Unit✔ Working on “Evaluation and Processing of Ready-to-eat Cereals”.✔ Performing the Quality Assessment Assays of raw materials.✔ Working on the drafting of Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs) for Quality Assessment Assays.

    • CSM Bakery Solutions

      Apr 2021 - Jun 2021
      Food Production Operative

      Department of Cookies and Glazed✔Assigned with Handling and Packaging of Cookies at Cookies Department. ✔Assigned with Handling and Packaging of Doughnuts at Glazed Department. ✔ Assigned Cleanliness and Hygiene maintenance of Production unit at Hygiene Department.

    • Brewhouse & Kitchen

      Jun 2021 - Aug 2021
      Production Team Member

      Food Preparation and Hospitality: Back of the House✔Assigned with Handling and Preparing Ingredients and Assisting the Chefs.✔Assigned Cleaning duties for Maintenance of Cleanliness and Hygiene of the Preparation and Storage areas at the Kitchen.

    • Euro Garages Ltd

      Aug 2021 - Mar 2023
      Production Team Member

      KFC STRETFORD site:Food Preparation and Hospitality: Front and Middle of the House✔Assigned with monitoring product quality, temperature checks of products and equipment, and monitoring overall food safety ✔Assigned with duties involving Interaction with Customers and Clients for queries or orders. ✔Assigned with duties involving till operations and accounts handling.✔Assigned with Handling, Preparation and Packing of various food products.✔Assigned with Packing and Delivery of Food Products and beverages ✔Assigned duties for Maintenance of Cleanliness and Hygiene of the Preparation and Storage areas at the workplace. Show less

    • Teesside University

      Jan 2022 - Jul 2022
      Food Biotechnology Intern (Group Leader)

      My internship primarily focused on the bioproduction of a food flavoring agent. As an intern, my key role included:✔️ Determination and validation of the best microbial strain, to obtain an enhanced quality and quantity of the bioproduct.✔️ Monitoring and optimising factors needed for operating the bioprocess. ✔️ Monitoring the upstream and downstream processes of the bioproduct.✔️ Development of a marketing strategy and business plan for the bioproduct, with a view to launching in the food industry. Further, my works earned me the position of project group leader, where I got the opportunity to head the tasks of the group and regularly monitor and support my fellow team members. I also earned the highest credits, as an intern as well as the best project leader. Show less

    • CATERLINK UK LTD

      Mar 2023 - May 2023
      Catering and Nutrition Assistant

      Food Preparation and Service:✔Assigned with monitoring product quality, temperature checks of products and equipment, and food safety, primarily allergen information and their control and monitoring nutritional information ✔Assigned with duties involving Interaction with children regarding their food quality needs, monitoring food allergens and nutrition✔Assigned with Handling, Preparation and Packing of various food products.✔Assigned duties for Maintenance of Cleanliness and Hygiene of the Preparation and Storage areas at the workplace. Show less

    • Saputo Inc.

      Aug 2023 - now
      Quality Assurance Technician

      As a QA Technologist, my key tasks involve:• Completing and documenting all the routine quality and food safety checks as required.• Conducting Internal Audits, and monitoring GMP and Internal Quality Checks• Ensuring microbiological sampling and reporting is completed to schedule and sent for submission accurately.• Actively working to ensure compliance with BRC standards and retailers standards, ensuring an eye for detail.• Working with the broader business team to support the implementation of best practice and key learnings to ensure optimum performance across the shift system. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Workshop on "Applied Bioinformatics for Developing Protein-based Diagnostics and Tools"

      Institute for Applied Research and Innovation, INARI
      Feb 2019
    • Hands-on Workshop on "Human/Cancer Cell Culture Techniques and MTT Assay"

      International Centre for Stem Cells, Cancer and Biotechnology-ICSCCB, Pune.
      Oct 2018
    • Workshop on "Bioenergy"

      Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Rural Energy and Development
      Oct 2018
    • International seminar on "Cure Diseases with Cells not Pills"

      Acharya Institutes
      Mar 2019
    • Symposium on "Biomolecular Interactions."

      National Centre for Biological Sciences
      Feb 2019
    • Poster Presentation on "S.I.R. Model" in MathsApp

      Acharya Institutes
      Apr 2018
    • Oral presentation on "Exploration of Novel Adhesive Bandage for Accelerated and Scar-free Wound Healing" in International conference on Advances in Biosciences and Biotechnology, ICABB 2018

      Jaypee Institute Of Information Technology
      Feb 2018
    • Workshop on "Emerging Trends in Target Identification and Drug Design"

      Jaypee Institute Of Information Technology
      Jan 2018
    • Workshop on "Genome Informatics"

      Bionivid Technology Private Limited
      Sept 2017
    • State and District Level Science Exhibition: Exhibit-Tidal Energy

      Government of Meghalaya
      Jan 2011
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Nilakshi Mazumder
      Global Excellence Scholarship Teesside University, UK Jan 2021 The scholarship was awarded for excelling in the undergraduate academic criteria as well as the English language proficiency criteria.
    • Awarded to Nilakshi Mazumder
      Best Presentation Award for "Impact of Food Irradiation on Food Quality" CSR, Assam, India. Apr 2020
    • Awarded to Nilakshi Mazumder
      Book Grant Scholarship for Meritorious Students, 2016-2020 Department of Education, Government of Meghalaya Dec 2017
    • Awarded to Nilakshi Mazumder
      Akhanda Sahitya Exams-All India Rank 2. India Akhanda Mandali Nov 2015
    • Awarded to Nilakshi Mazumder
      Meghalaya IT Award and Scholarship for Meritorious Students-2014 Department of Information Technology, Government of Meghalaya Dec 2014
    • Awarded to Nilakshi Mazumder
      Best Outgoing Student-Jewel of St. Mary’s Award, 2014 St. Mary's Higher Secondary School Oct 2014
    • Awarded to Nilakshi Mazumder
      7th State Rank in SSLC for outstanding academic performance. Meghalaya Board of School Education May 2014 7th State Rank holder in the matriculation examinations in Meghalaya Board of School Education, MBOSE along with highest marks in Alternative English.
    • Awarded to Nilakshi Mazumder
      Highest marks in Additional English in SSLC Meghalaya Board of School Education May 2014
    • Awarded to Nilakshi Mazumder
      Centenary Head Girl St. Mary's Higher Secondary School, 2013-2014 Feb 2013 Leader of the Student Council, 2013-14
    • Awarded to Nilakshi Mazumder
      Gold medalist- State rank 1 International Mathematics Olympiad Mar 2010
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Member

      Issued by The iCare Group on Mar 2017
      The iCare GroupAssociated with Nilakshi Mazumder
    • Creative Head

      Issued by The iCare Group on Mar 2017
      The iCare GroupAssociated with Nilakshi Mazumder
    • Student Volunteer

      Issued by HelpAge India on Apr 2010
      HelpAge IndiaAssociated with Nilakshi Mazumder
    • Student Volunteer

      Issued by Smile Foundation on Mar 2009
      Smile FoundationAssociated with Nilakshi Mazumder