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monika paraste

@monikaparaste

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I am a biotechnology postgraduate specializing in teaching and molecular biology research.

India

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles combining teaching and hands-on research—remote-friendly teams that value clear communication, curriculum development, practical lab work, and opportunities to grow in bioinformatics and systems biology.

I am a biotechnology postgraduate with hands-on research experience and a focus on simplifying complex biology for learners at different levels. I develop curriculum-aligned problems, conceptual diagrams, and clear step-by-step explanations adapted for IB, IGCSE and board exam preparation.

I have completed laboratory work including protein extraction, SDS-PAGE and native PAGE and applied bioinformatics to map gene–protein interactions during a host–pathogen neuroinflammation project. I combine remote tutoring skills (Zoom Whiteboard, Microsoft Whiteboard, Google Workspace) with strong certification-backed knowledge in systems biology and generative AI to deliver engaging, structured learning and research outputs.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Independent Academic Content Developer

Self Employed

Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)

Developed curriculum-aligned biology problems, solutions, and conceptual diagrams for IB/IGCSE and board exam students, improving conceptual clarity and application-based learning across topics.

Curriculum Design Lesson planning Biology Google Workspace

Research Trainee

Indian Institute of Soybean Research

Jan 2022 - Jul 2022 (6 months)

Conducted protein extraction and performed SDS-PAGE and native PAGE with precise documentation, interpreted experimental results, and presented findings in structured reports for a dissertation project.

SDS Experimental Documentation Molecular Biology Biochemistry

Virtual Research Intern

IIT Indore

Aug 2021 - Oct 2021 (2 months)

Investigated host–pathogen interactions in neuroinflammation and applied bioinformatics tools to map gene–protein interactions for pathway analysis, producing structured analyses and reports.

Bioinformatics Host Pathogen Interactions Gene Protein Interaction Mapping literature review

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya (DAVV)

Master of Science, Biotechnology

2020 - 2022

Grade: 84.1%

Completed M.Sc. in Biotechnology with 84.1% GPA, coursework focused on molecular biology, genetic engineering, biochemistry, microbiology, and immunology.