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Padmanav Koushik

@padmanavkoushik

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I conduct molecular biology and bioinformatics research for life science diagnostics.

India

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for research opportunities in life science, molecular biology, biotechnology, bioinformatics, or nutrition where I can apply laboratory and computational research skills, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to impactful scientific projects.

At Assam Agricultural University’s DBT-NECAB project, I supported the development of a Citrus Diagnostics and Certification Centre for Northeast India through molecular biotechnology protocols, metagenomics, bioinformatics analysis, genetic fidelity testing, marker analysis, and serological assays.

I’ve also taught hands-on molecular biology techniques and published research spanning insecticidal defensin proteins, nanotechnology in hydroponics, nanomedicine, oncolytic viruses, and CRISPR-Cas9. My work combines zoology, animal physiology, molecular biology, and computational analysis, supported by practical experience in PCR, sequencing, phylogenetics, molecular docking, and laboratory animal handling.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Research Fellow

Assam Agricultural University

Mar 2021 - Aug 2023 (2 years 5 months)

Spearheaded research for the Development of Citrus Diagnostics and Certification centre in NE India project under the Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India. Executed complex molecular biotechnology protocols, metagenomics, and bioinformatics analysis to support project milestones.

Molecular Biology PCR Genetic Fidelity Testing Sanger Sequencing Spectrophotometry Bioinformatics Molecular Docking MD Simulation UCSF Chimera AutoDock PyMOL SnapGene

Junior Research Fellow

Assam Agricultural University

Mar 2021 - Aug 2023 (2 years 5 months)

Molecular Biology PCR Genetic Fidelity Testing Sanger Sequencing Spectrophotometry Bioinformatics Molecular Docking MD Simulation UCSF Chimera AutoDock PyMOL SnapGene

Teaching Assistant

Assam Agricultural University

Feb 2022 - Mar 2023 (1 year 1 month)

Instructed and guided participants in the Hands-On Training Programme on 'Techniques in Molecular Biology' conducted by the Dept. of Agricultural Biotechnology.

Molecular Biology PCR Teaching Training

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

B. Borooah College (Gauhati University)

Master of Science, Life Science

2018 - 2020

Grade: CGPA: 8.17/10

Master of Science in Life Science with specialization in Zoology (Animal Physiology and Biochemistry). Achieved first rank in college with a CGPA of 8.17/10.