Simran Shikilkar
M.Sc. Microbiology | PG Diploma in Clinical Research
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About
Life sciences professional with a background in Microbiology and Clinical Research, offering solid knowledge of biotechnology, biomedical, and pharmaceutical concepts. Experienced in producing accurate, well-structured documentation and reports with close attention to grammar, sentence flow, and content quality. Trained in GCP guidelines and SOP compliance with a track record of identifying discrepancies and ensuring audit-ready outputs.
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel) with strong written and verbal communication skills in English, Hindi, and Marathi.
Experience
Clinical Research Intern - Grant Medical Foundation's Ruby Hall Clinic - Pune, IN
(2024-01 - 2024-02)
Internship completed as part of PG Diploma in Clinical Research curriculum
- Reviewed clinical study documentation for content accuracy - verifying structure, sentence flow, and completeness - to ensure audit-ready records aligned with GCP and SOP standards.
- Applied pharmaceutical and biomedical knowledge to identify and escalate 5+ data discrepancies during EDC review, supporting data cleaning and corrective action workflows.
- Managed entry and validation of 50-100 data points per session into EDC software, maintaining high accuracy and data integrity throughout the trial lifecycle.
- Produced CIOMS adverse event reports in compliance with regulatory guidelines, demonstrating precision in written documentation and structured reporting.
- Supported a Phase II study enrolling fewer than 10 subjects, maintaining adherence to protocol, GCP guidelines, and cross-functional coordination with the CRC.
- Processed biological samples per SOP protocols to preserve specimen integrity for downstream data validation.
Microbiology Lab Intern - Jehangir Hospital - Pune, IN
(2024-02 - 2024-04)
- Performed diagnostic testing across 5+ test types (blood culture, Widal, Dengue, COVID-19 RAT, serology), processing 10–30 samples daily in compliance with laboratory safety and quality control standards.
- Maintained accurate test records and structured lab documentation aligned with institutional quality protocols, ensuring all outputs met content accuracy and reporting standards.
- Operated diagnostic equipment including Architect serology analyser, Mini Vidas, and centrifuge with precise technique and quality-controlled outputs.
Microbiology Lab Intern - Poona Hospital - Pune, IN
(2025-05 - 2025-06)
Short-term rotation as part of M.Sc. programme fieldwork
- Performed microbial sample testing across 5+ diagnostic types, maintaining full documentation compliance and sterile lab practices.
- Prepared structured written records of test results, applying close attention to content accuracy and data consistency across all laboratory reports.
Education
M.Sc.
- Microbiology - Modern College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Savitribai Phule Pune University (2024-08 - 2026-06)
Post Graduate Diploma - Clinical Research - Grant Medical Foundation's Ruby Hall Clinic (2023-06 - 2023-10)
B.Sc.
- Microbiology - Modern College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Savitribai Phule Pune University (2020-08 - 2023-04)
