Shilpa Acharya

Accomplished Microbiologist and Laboratory Quality Manager with 10+ years of experience in clinical microbiology, diagnostic laboratory operations, quality management systems, molecular diagnostics, infection prevention and control, and staff training. Strong hands-on exposure to laboratory quality systems, ISO 15189:2022, NABL/NABH compliance, CAPA, root-cause analysis, internal audits, risk management, SOP development, quality indicators, documentation, and operational management. Experienced in managing high-volume virology/molecular testing services, laboratory workflow, inventory, reporting, and technical teams

Laboratory Quality Manager & Microbiologist - Med genome Aabha Diagnostics

(2026-05)

• Manage laboratory quality management systems in alignment with ISO 15189 and NABH requirements.
• Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, CAPA implementation, and non-conformance management.
• Monitor quality indicators and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Review SOPs, quality manuals, policies, and controlled documentation.
• Coordinate staff competency assessments, training, and quality awareness programs.
• Support accreditation readiness and compliance activities.
• Perform microbiological testing, result interpretation, and technical consultation.

Guest Lecturer - Arihant Institute of Physiotherapy

(2025-06)

• Deliver microbiology and infection control instruction to healthcare students.
• Develop lecture materials, practical training modules, and assessments.
• Support student learning through synchronous teaching and academic mentoring.

Microbiologist, Lecturer & Research Officer - Maratha Mandal's Nethajirao G. Halgekar Institute of Dental Sciences

(2025-05 - 2025-09)

• Delivered microbiology education and laboratory instruction.
• Supported research and diagnostic microbiology activities.
• Participated in academic and departmental development initiatives.

Microbiologist & Infection Control Officer - Baghwan Das Hospital - Sonipat

(2024-05 - 2024-12)

• Conducted microbiological testing and diagnostic interpretation.
• Managed laboratory operations and infection control activities.
• Collaborated with clinicians to support patient care and infection prevention.

Virology Department Manager & Assistant Quality Manager - Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences

(2020-07 - 2022-11)

• Managed COVID-19 molecular testing operations and virology laboratory services.
• Led quality management activities aligned with ISO standards.
• Participated in NABL assessments as Assistant Quality Manager and Molecular Biologist.
• Coordinated regulatory reporting and compliance requirements.
• Conducted staff training on biosafety, testing protocols, and quality systems.
• Assisted in establishment and operational management of COVID-19 testing facilities.

Lecturer in Microbiology - SB College of Nursing

(2019-09 - 2020-07)

• Delivered classroom and online instruction in Microbiology, Anatomy, and Physiology for nursing students.
• Delivered microbiology lectures and laboratory training and completed prescribed curriculum through synchronous online teaching.
• Developed curriculum content, assessments, and practical exercises; mentored students and participated in curriculum improvement.

Microbiologist & Partner - Sri Sharadamba Diagnostics

(2015-03 - 2018-09)

• Managed diagnostic microbiology laboratory operations.
• Implemented quality control procedures and staff training programs.
• Supervised testing, reporting, inventory, and laboratory workflow.

Microbiology Lecturer & Microbiologist - Padmashree Institute of Medical Laboratory Technology & Padmashree Diagnostics

(2012-09 - 2013-12)

• Taught bacteriology, virology, mycology, and parasitology.
• Performed routine and specialized microbiological investigations.
• Participated in NABL assessments and external quality assurance programs.

MSc - Medical Microbiology - Kasturba Medical College (2012)

BSc - Microbiology - Sahyadri Science College (2008)