Work Experience
Research Experience
Work Experience
| June 2024-current | Senior Scientific Writer, Dr. Pappert Communications Authored and edited diverese contents (case studies, website copies, eBooks, flyers, blogs, and whitepapers) for clients including Arralyze, QBench, IgG4ward, msd, etc. Delivered high-quality content within strict timelines, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistency across formats Demonstrated verstality by tackling different scientific subjects and effectively communicating diverse topics. Skills: Copywriting, Storytelling, Communication, Proof-Reading, Marketing, Science Writing, Editing |
| June 2024-current | Co-Founder, Art x Science Conversations Conceptualized, organized, and hosted international webinars on topics such as climate change, coral reefs, and gender equity in science, reaching audiences in 30+ countries. Managed full editorial cycle: from idea selection and speaker outreach to event design, marketing strategy, and audience engagement. Collaborated on post-production efforts, transforming webinars into podcasts on Spotify and adapting content for multiple platforms. Authored and edited blogs amplifying subtle climate change impacts through human stories from six countries, and co-authored a piece on gender equity in STEM. Edited marketing material and communication assets to ensure clarity, consistency, and global appeal. Skills: Podcasting, Communication, Event Organization, Science Writing, Networking |
| Aug 2023-May 2024 | Content Creator,Elucidata· Managed and grew the company’s LinkedIn presence, increasing followers and engagement by 30% through consistent, high-quality content. Authored and edited impactful website content, case studies and whitepapers contributing to a 10–20% increase in traffic and directly supporting service sales of $50K–75K. Produced diverse scientific content on topics spanning single-cell analysis, bulk RNA-seq, metabolomics, proteomics, and non-omics datasets, as well as disease areas including obesity, rare diseases, metabolic disorders, and autoimmune disorders. Actively collaborated in cross-functional teams, playing a key role in enhancing organizational efficiency in project execution. Skills: Content Strategy, Copywriting, Marketing, Data Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Proofreading, Editing |
| Jul 2021-Jul 2023 | Freelance Science Communicator· Authored articles on diverse topics including exposomes, epigenetics, neurobiology, women reproductive health, sleep disorders, degenerative disorders, autoimmune diseases,and aging for platforms like Troscriptions, IndiaBioSciences, and Minnac Life Sciences. Wrote personal narratives addressing academic toxicity and myths about international applications, fostering awareness and advocacy within the scientific community. Contributed to science journalism during an internship with Gilead Amit (The Economist), producing an article on farmed fish welfare published in the NASW magazine. Skills: Copywriting, Public Health, Communication, One Health, Grant Consultancy, Science Writing,Women reproductive health, |
| Oct 2016- Mar 2024 | Freelance Education Consultant Facilitated students to secure scholarships worth $4.5 million. Supervised students admitted to universities in 25+ countries Students placed in the top 100 universities with scholarships, such as Chevening, MITACS, Harvard, Darwin Trust, and Hong Kong Ph.D. Fellowship Scheme. Presented the success stories of students and motivated young students at 10+ universities in India. Skills: Public Speaking · Leadership· Analytical Skills · Thinking Skills Consulting · Editing · Mentoring · |
| Feb 2016-Oct 2017 | Co-Founder, Nitant Shiksha Foundation Marketed the brand at leading Indian universities to enhance visibility and engagement. Organized and led impactful lectures and workshops across schools and colleges nationwide. Facilitated connections between rural public health centers and underprivileged schools with limited resources.Raised awareness on critical public health issues, including infectious diseases, prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases, and malnutrition. Empowered over 2,000 students through workshops, promoting healthier communities across India. Skills: Public Speaking · Teamwork · Team Building · Microsoft PowerPoint · Microsoft Excel · Leadership · Team Leadership · Thinking Skills · Cross-functional Team Leadership · Public Health |
| Jan -Dec 2015 | President, Groningen Indian Student Associations, Groningen, The Netherlands Organized multiple cultural events in Groningen to showcase Indian heritage and promote intercultural exchange ranging from Bollywood dance night to student trips like Keukenhof. Collaborated with the Indian Embassy in the Netherlands to promote Indian values at various events.Partnered with international student associations to organize an International Day, attended by students from over 80 countries. Served on the Groningen International Students Platform (GISP) to represent international student concerns to the university. Coordinated arrival logistics for Indian students in Groningen, including station pick-up and assistance with house searches. Skills:Event Planning & Coordination, International Student Support, Leadership., Advocacy, Multicultural Communication, Cross-Cultural Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement |
Research Experience
| Oct 2018-Mar 2023 | Ph.D. Fellow in Molecular Medicine, Novelli Lab, University of Turin, Italy· – Thesis title: “Applying meta-analysis to develop novel anti-tumor strategies” – Performed integrative analysis of adiponectin receptor expression in 10,000 cancer patients. – Demonstrated that lower expression levels of these receptors are better for survival. – Secured a competitive research grant for my Ph.D. – Published original research article and review paper Skills: R, Prism, Data Visualization, Bioinformatics, Cancer Biology, Obesity, Scientific Writing, Editing |
| Jan-Nov 2022 | Visiting Ph.D. Student, Fehrmann Lab, University Medical Centre Groningen, The Netherlands – Facilitated an international collaboration to investigate the role of adiponectin and its receptors in pancreatic cancer. – Worked with a cross-functional team of statisticians, bioinformaticians, clinicians, and engineers. – Demonstrated the role of adiponectin in pancreatic cancer progression via activation of pro-tumorogenic signals. Skills: R, Gene Set Enrichment Analysis, Survival Analysis |
| Dec 2017-Sep 2018 | Research Fellow, Novelli Lab, Department of Molecular Biotechnology, University of Turin, Italy – Tested the presence of antibodies against acetylated sites of enolase in 100+ pancreatic cancer patient’s sera. – Explored the role of the presence of post-translational modifications (PTMs) of tumor-associated antigens(TAA) Skills: Cloning, ELISA, Western Blotting, 2D Western Blotting, Serum proteomic analysis, Scientific Writing |
| Oct 2016-Sep 2017 | Research Fellow, NIBN, Ben Gurion University, Israel – Screened the presence of acetylation in glycolytic enzymes in cancer cells – Purified and characterized acetylated protein with chromatography and mass spectrometry Skills: Drug Development · Teamwork · Microsoft PowerPoint · Affinity Chromatography · Healthcare · Data Analysis · Thinking Skills · Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) · Mass Spectrometry Oncology · Computer Literacy · Size Exclusion Chromatography |
| Oct 2015- Feb 2016 | Technical Assistant, ACTREC, Mumbai, India – Studied the role of the DNA damage repair pathway (Homologous recombination and non-homologous end-joining) in radiation-treated glioblastoma (GBM) cells. – Investigated the role of H3K36(methylation) in providing resistance to the radiation-treated cells – Presented findings of my work at international conferences Skills: Molecular Biology · Healthcare · Data Analysis · Cell Biology · Thinking Skills · Oncology, Communication Skills, Editing |
| Jan- July 2015 | Master Thesis Project, University of Gottingen, Germany – Optimized multiple plasmid systems for incorporation of different unnatural amino acids in the protein – Performed orthogonal translation system and amber suppression technology for genetic code expansion – Won the best poster award for presenting my findings at the international conference Skills: PCR, Cloning, Molecular Biology, Science Writing, Editing |
| Mar- Nov 2014 | Master Research Project 1, University of Groningen, The Netherlands Cloned the genes involved in the arginine deiminase (ADI) pathway. Purified and characterized carbamate kinase, according to their enzymology Skills: PCR, Cloning, Molecular Biology, Science Writing, Editing, Proteomics |
| Oct 2011- Jun 2013 | Research Fellow, Indian Institute of Technology Varanasi, India Isolated bacteria producing the naringinase enzyme from soil samples. Presented findings at a national conference and awarded 3rd Prize for Oral Presentation. Skills: Microbiology, Food Technology, Science Writing, Communication Skills |