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Padmanabhan Manoj

Stockholm,AB

Summary

A highly motivated and detail-oriented Master's graduate seeking to leverage my engineering skills in process optimization and quality control within the pharmaceutical industry. With a solid background in analytical thinking, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration, I aim to contribute to Novo Nordisk’s mission of improving patient outcomes. I am eager to work in a setting with constant stakeholder interaction, as communication is one of my strengths, ensuring seamless collaboration and alignment with project goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Rider (Part Time)

Velove
Stockholm
12.2022 - 02.2025
  • Maintained a high standard of customer service by ensuring accurate and courteous deliveries.
  • Contributed to sustainable logistics by reducing the carbon footprint of last-mile deliveries.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet delivery targets and improve operational workflows.

Intern (Master Thesis)

Wenzel lab, LIFE ChemBio, Chalmers University of Technology
Göteborg
05.2024 - 11.2024

Single Molecule Imaging for DNA Damage Detection in Bacteria.

  • Optimized and developed protocols to detect bacterial DNA damage caused by stressors, such as chemicals and antibiotics.
  • Applied process optimisation techniques, troubleshooting experimental setups, and solving complex problems to improve protocol efficiency and reliability.
  • Conducted high-resolution fluorescent microscopy for real-time monitoring of DNA damage at the single-molecule level.
  • Utilised advanced data analysis tools (MATLAB, GraphPad Prism, OriginLab) to process and interpret complex experimental data.
  • Managed laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, record-keeping, and ensuring compliance with safety and risk assessment protocols.
  • Collaborated with multinational, multidisciplinary teams, enhancing cross-cultural communication and teamwork skills.

Student Intern

Terumo Penpol Private Ltd
Thiruvanathapuram
12.2021 - 03.2022
  • Gained hands-on experience in sterile product manufacturing at a blood bag production company in a highly regulated environment.
  • Studied optimising production processes while ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
  • Addressed challenges in maintaining sterility standards for medical equipment production.
  • Actively participated in group meetings, enhancing collaboration and teamwork.
  • Honed communication and presentation skills in a professional and technical setting.

Education

Master of Science - Medical Biotechnology

KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Stockholm, Sweden
12-2024

Bachelor of Technology - Biotechnology

National Institute of Technology
Raipur, India
05-2022

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Strong communication and collaboration in cross-functional teams
  • Goal Oriented
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Laboratory Management
  • Leadership
  • Microsoft Office
  • Problem Solving
  • Process Optimization
  • Team player

Certification

• Genes and the Human Condition (From Behavior to Biotechnology), University of Maryland, 09/15/21 - 10/17/21

• Biotechnology/Biotech Business, Policy, Law, and Science (Course), Yali Friedman PhD

Networks & Memberships

• Member CARe (Centre for antibiotic Resistance Research in Gothenburg) conference, 2024

• THS Armada (KTH Royal Institute of Technology), 2022

• Go Green Club NITRR, National Institute of Technology Raipur, India, 09/09/18 - 04/02/22

Languages

English
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Swedish
Beginner
A1

Timeline

Intern (Master Thesis)

Wenzel lab, LIFE ChemBio, Chalmers University of Technology
05.2024 - 11.2024

Rider (Part Time)

Velove
12.2022 - 02.2025

Student Intern

Terumo Penpol Private Ltd
12.2021 - 03.2022

Master of Science - Medical Biotechnology

KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Technology - Biotechnology

National Institute of Technology
Padmanabhan Manoj