Nov 2021 – Present
Technical University of Denmark (DTU), Copenhagen, Denmark
Led development and validation of electrochemical and sensor-based experimental systems, contributing to translational research in biosensing and analytical technologies. Managed day-to-day operations of a multidisciplinary laboratory supporting 20+ researchers, ensuring structured lab workflows, equipment uptime, safety compliance, and documentation integrity. Designed and optimized experimental protocols, improving reproducibility and reducing experimental turnaround time by ~25%. Conducted advanced material and surface characterization (SEM, spectroscopy, electrochemical analysis) to support device performance evaluation. Authored and implemented SOPs aligned with GLP principles, strengthening traceability and experimental consistency. Collaborated cross-functionally with engineers, material scientists, and clinicians to translate laboratory concepts into application-oriented prototypes. Supervised and mentored 8+ MSc/BSc students and research interns. Contributed to peer-reviewed publications and patent-related research in biosensors and microfluidic technologies.
Mar 2019 – Oct 2020
Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI), India
Led an independent research project in biosensing and analytical system development under a competitive national fellowship. Oversaw project budget and procurement of reagents and instrumentation components, implementing strategic purchasing and vendor optimization that reduced consumable costs by ~15%. Established structured inventory tracking and experimental planning practices, improving resource utilization and minimizing material waste. Designed and optimized electrochemical and analytical assay protocols to enhance data reliability and reproducibility. Prepared technical progress reports and milestone documentation for funding agency review.
Apr 2018 – Oct 2018
AptaBharat Innovation Pvt. Ltd., India
Contributed to early-stage development of electrochemical biosensor platforms within a startup R&D environment, supporting transition from academic research to application-focused validation. Designed and executed prototype testing and performance benchmarking studies, evaluating sensitivity, selectivity, and reproducibility of sensor systems. Conducted parallel validation of 3 aptamer candidates to optimize target binding performance and analytical response characteristics. Generated comparative performance data to support selection of optimal biorecognition elements for downstream development.
2012 – 2018
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, India
Engineered and developed protein-based bioelectronic devices by integrating recombinant biomolecules with electronic platforms for memory and transistor applications. Cloned and overexpressed a target metalloprotein in E. coli, achieving ~50-fold increase in production yield through genetic and expression optimization. Performed active-site metal ion substitution to modulate electronic properties of the protein, enabling tunable device behavior. Applied electrochemical and spectroscopic characterization methods to correlate protein structure and metal coordination. Executed a parallel research project developing a SERS-based sensor platform for rapid bacterial detection. Published 5 peer-reviewed articles and presented findings at international conferences. Co-supervised 6 undergraduate and master's students, strengthening laboratory rigor and interdisciplinary collaboration.