Blessy K.

M.Sc. Microbiology graduate with distinction with hands-on experience in clinical diagnostics, TB research, and molecular biology. Completed internship at ICMR–NIRT Chennai (India's premier TB research institute) and an international training program at Mahsa University, Malaysia.

Experienced in microbiological research and laboratory techniques. Hands-on experience microbial culture, biochemical assays, and molecular biology techniques. Passionate about clinical research, molecular diagnostics, and contributing to innovative biomedical research projects.

Lab Assistant — Dept. of Microbiology - The American College, Madurai - Madurai, Tamil Nadu

(2022-08 - 2023-03)

• Prepared culture media and reagents; handled 20+ instruments per week
• Maintained sterile conditions; trained junior students on aseptic technique

Lab Assistant — Dept. of Food Science - The American College, Madurai - Madurai, Tamil Nadu

(2023-08 - 2024-03)

• Conducted microbiological quality testing of food samples
• Operated spectrophotometers, autoclaves, and laminar flow hoods

Lab Assistant — Dept. of Medical Lab Technology - The American College, Madurai - Madurai, Tamil Nadu

(2024-08 - 2025-03)

• Blood collection, hematology analysis (CBC, blood smear preparation)
• Clinical sample handling, solution preparation, instrumentation

Clinic Assistant — College Dispensary - The American College, Madurai - Madurai, Tamil Nadu

(2024-08 - 2024-10)

• Patient-facing role; assisted with first aid and health record management

M.Sc. - Microbiology - The American College, Madurai (2024 - 2026-04)

B.Sc. - Microbiology - The American College, Madurai (2021 - 2024-05)

Grade 12 - Bio-Maths - Capronhall Hr. Sec. School (2019 - 2021-04)

Grade 10 - Capronhall Hr. Sec. School (2017 - 2019-03)