Baskararasa Premanraj

MSc Biotechnology graduate with Four months of hands-on plant tissue culture experience, complemented by practical molecular biology and protein biotechnology experience. Skilled in plant media preparation, explant preparation, aseptic techniques, plant characterisation and greenhouse work, alongside PCR, cell culture, protein expression, SDS-PAGE and Western blotting. Experienced in accurate laboratory documentation, experimental data analysis and scientific reporting.

Highly motivated to apply and further develop plant biotechnology skills in precision breeding, molecular quality control and gene-editing research.

Biology Laboratory Teacher - SLTS 3-1(A) - MN/St.Fatima MMV - Mannar, Srilanka

(2023-06 - 2025-08)

• Prepared and Supported practical activities and laboratory materials.
• Demonstrated biological and laboratory techniques while maintaining safe working practices.
• Organised Laboratory resources and communicated scientific information clearly

Laboratory Technician - Taprobane frozen food ( pvt ) ltd – shrimp farm - Mannar, Srilanka

(2022-11 - 2023-06)

• While following appropriate laboratory and aseptic practices.
• Supported molecular biology and laboratory experiments, including PCR and sample preparation.
• Prepared samples and reagents accurately and maintained organised laboratory work areas.
• Maintained accurate experimental records and supported efficient completion of multiple laboratory tasks.
• Applied careful observation and troubleshooting when experimental issues were identified

Plant Biotechnology Laboratory Technician - Intern - Plant Genetic Resources Centre (PGRC) - Gannoruwa, Srilanka

(2021-11 - 2022-03)

• Gained four months of hands-on experience in plant tissue culture within a laboratory environment.
• Prepared solid and liquid culture media for plant tissue culture applications.
• Performed explant preparation and handling using sterile/aseptic techniques.
• Supported plant growth and development under controlled tissue-culture conditions.
• Conducted plant characterisation through observation, assessment and accurate recording of plant traits.
• Assisted with greenhouse activities, including plant handling, maintenance and monitoring.
• Maintained clean, organised and sterile working areas and followed laboratory procedures.
• Accurately recorded experimental observations and maintained relevant laboratory documentation.

MSc - Biotechnology - University of Salford, Manchester, UK (2025-09 - 2026-09)

Bachelor of Bio systems Technology (Honours) - Industrial bio systems technology - Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka., Badulla (2017 - 2022)

DIPLOMA - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - BCAS Campus (2016)