Rachna Misra

Food Technologist with 8+ years of experience across research, industry, and academia. Expertise in product development, food analysis, post-harvest technology, and quality assurance. Proficient in GC/MS, UV–Vis spectrophotometry, and texture analysis, with a strong track record of translating research into innovative food solutions. Experienced in dairy QA, process optimization, and teaching food science and technology at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Assistant Professor – Food Processing & Technology - Gautam Buddha University - Greater Noida

(2023-09 - 2024-12)

• Delivered lectures on food technology and supervised postgraduate research projects.
• Taught analytical techniques, food packaging, food science and food safety & regulations.
• Research related to food processing, post-harvest technologies, and product formulation.

Assistant Professor – Foods & Nutrition - Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda

(2021-08 - 2023-05)

• Taught food analysis, food chemistry, food science and food safety & labeling.
• Contributed to curriculum design and managed NAAC Criteria 5.
• Research Associate – Division of Post-Harvest Technology

Research Associate – Division of Post-Harvest Technology - Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) - New Delhi

(2011-02 - 2012-03)

• Conducted flavor profiling of fruits (mango, strawberry) using GC/MS.
• Worked on bioactive compound extraction & encapsulation.
• Performed analytical testing for fruit quality evaluation.
• Assisted in laboratory operations and progress report drafting.
• Supported project leader in training programs on food processing.

Senior Research Fellow – Division of Post-Harvest Technology - Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) - New Delhi

(2008-08 - 2010-11)

• Developed drying techniques for food commodities and evaluated nutritional quality.
• Assisted in SOP development and laboratory protocols.

Quality Analyst – Dairy Products - Shyam Dairy Products - Allahabad

(2007-06 - 2008-07)

• Conducted physicochemical & microbiological testing of raw and finished products.
• Ensured compliance with QA processes and safety standards.
• Drafted daily quality evaluation reports.

M.Sc. - Food Technology - University of Allahabad (2006)

B.Sc. - Chemistry & Botany - University of Allahabad (2001)