Mahira Chowdhury
@mahirachowdhury
I support antibody research and pharmacokinetic assays through hands-on molecular biology and laboratory analysis.
CanadaWhat I'm looking for
I'm supporting antibody purification, characterization, and immunoassay development at Somru BioScience Inc., using ligand-binding techniques including ELISA and Biacore for pharmacokinetic studies and assay optimization.
Through University of Toronto laboratory research and the HMB Lab Bootcamp, I've built hands-on experience in molecular cloning, mammalian cell culture, PCR, Western blotting, gel electrophoresis, bacterial transformation, transfection, immunofluorescence microscopy, and genetic analysis in R.
I've also supported high-volume hospital operations, classroom technology for 600+ instructors, and student community events, bringing careful documentation, technical troubleshooting, communication, and team coordination to my work.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Laboratory Analyst Intern
Somru BioScience Inc.
Jun 2026 - Present (3 months)
Perform antibody purification, characterization, and immunoassay development using ligand-binding techniques, supporting pharmacokinetic studies and assay optimization. Execute laboratory experiments and sample analyses in compliance with SOPs, including reagent preparation and bacterial transfection.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Toronto
Bachelor of Science, Physiology, Health & Disease and Immunology
2022 -
Activities and societies: Awards: UofT International Scholar Award ($100,000), UofT 2024 & 2025 Winter Dean's List Scholar, Duke of Edinburgh Bronze and Silver Awards 2020 and 2022, Bronze honor at Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition 2019
Pursuing an HBSc in Physiology, Health & Disease and Immunology, with recognition on the Dean's List and an International Scholar Award.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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