Ishita Sonowal
Research assistant
Mumbai
Summary
Motivated student currently working towards degree in Life sciences ( neuroscience). Adept at prepping resources, equipment, and materials for research. Extensive background in investigating molecular research. Experienced with conducting thorough research and analyzing data to support academic projects. Utilizes strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy and reliability of findings. Knowledge of statistical software and effective communication techniques to present research results clearly.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Volunteer
SPJ Sadhana School
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with the staff at the department of Hospitality and catering (H&C).
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Assessed students'' progress regularly using formal and informal assessments, adjusting instruction based on data-driven results.
- Utilized research-based interventions to improve academic performance among struggling learners, closing achievement gaps over time.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
Intern
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Interned under Dr. Sundar Ram Naganathan at the Symmetry Lab in TIFR, Mumbai.
- Here I worked on standardization of a in-situ hybridization (ISH) protocol for pax9, a gene that is involved in craniofacial development.
- Skills attained during this period included In-Situ Hybridisation (ISH), In-Vitro Transcription (IVT), handeling of competent cells, Microscopy and Imaging, Zebrafish embryo handling, Agarose gel electrophoresis, Lab communications.
Intern
Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology & Bioinformatics Institute
05.2023 - 07.2023
- interned under Dr.Subhayan Sur, a DBT-RRF assistant professor at the department of Cancer and Translational Research Center.
- the internship comprised of identification of lncRNA biomarkers in oral cancer patients in India.
- Skills attained : OSCC tissue sample handling, Cell culture and maintenance (HepG2, MDA-MB231 and MG63) RNA isolation and quantification, cDNA synthesis, qRT-PCR, protein isolation and estimation, western blot analysis, bioinformatics analysis software like cBioPortal database, GEPIA database, ImageJ software.
Tutor
Mentor Match
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
Education
Master of Science - Life Sciences ( Neuroscience )
Sophia College For Women ( Empowered Autonomous )
Mumbai, India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Elphinstone College
Mumbai, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Decision-making
Attention to detail
Adaptability and dependability
Operations support
Time management
Computer skills
Timeline
Volunteer
SPJ Sadhana School
01.2025 - 03.2025
Intern
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
12.2023 - 01.2024
Intern
Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology & Bioinformatics Institute
05.2023 - 07.2023
Tutor
Mentor Match
10.2021 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Life Sciences ( Neuroscience )
Sophia College For Women ( Empowered Autonomous )
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Elphinstone College
04.2001 -
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