Kunal Madhav
@kunalmadhav
Experienced life sciences researcher and microbiology educator with strong molecular skills.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am an accomplished life science professional with 14+ years of experience across research and medical laboratories, skilled in microbiology, developmental genetics, molecular biology techniques (PCR, DNA/RNA isolation), chromatographic methods (GC, GC-MS, HPLC) and a range of instrumentation. I have led academic teaching, supervised projects, managed lab quality systems and headed infection control efforts while securing competitive fellowships and multiple awards for research presentations and publications.
My career highlights include Ph.D. in Biotechnology, projects on essential oils and developmental genetics, numerous peer-reviewed publications and experience extracting and quantifying phyto-constituents, antimicrobial and nanoparticle research. I am an effective trainer and mentor who builds disciplined, safe labs and motivates teams to deliver timely, quality results.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Lecturer
I.T.S. Dental College
Mar 2019 - Present (6 years 7 months)
Deliver academic instruction in microbiology, audit CSSD processes, and lead the Hospital Infection Control Committee to improve clinical safety and compliance.
Junior Research Fellow
Centre for Aromatic Plants
Jan 2017 - Feb 2019 (2 years 1 month)
Conducted essential oil extraction and chemo-characterization, quantifying phytoconstituents by GC, GC-MS and HPLC to support therapeutic property analyses.
Assistant Professor
Sai Institute of Paramedical and Allied Sciences
Oct 2008 - Sep 2015 (6 years 11 months)
Taught microbiology and life science courses, supervised student projects and university research, and implemented molecular microbiology training programs.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
SUSharda University
Doctor of Philosophy, Biotechnology
Ph.D. in Biotechnology awarded by Sharda University in 2024 with research projects in biotechnology-related topics.
UAUniversity of Auckland
Master of Science (Honors), Biological Sciences
Grade: B+
M.Sc. (Honors) in Biological Sciences completed at the University of Auckland in 2016 focusing on quantitative genetics and developmental genetics.
VUVeer Narmad South Gujarat University
Master of Science, Microbiology
Grade: First
M.Sc. in Microbiology completed in 2008 with coursework and practical training in microbiology and related laboratory techniques.
SUSouth Gujarat University
Bachelor of Science, Medical Technology
Grade: Second
B.Sc. in Medical Technology completed in 2006 covering medical microbiology and laboratory methodologies.
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Location
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