Microbiologist with expertise in pharmaceutical industry, microbiological analysis, Quality control and laboratory operations
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My name is Sonali Singh, and I am a Biotechnology graduate from the Durban University of Technology seeking to improve scientific knowledge by carrying out accurate research and analysis while complying with laboratory safety protocols and standards.
I am enthusiastic and ambitious, has meticulous attention to detail, effective communication, and leadership skills as well as exceptional organisation. I am a quick leaner who successfully adapts to new environments within short time frames and consistent in meeting performance expectations. With hands on experience in microbiological quality control and regulatory compliance, I bring a strong technical foundation and a proven ability to maintain high standards of research and operational activities and data integrity.
MICROBIOLOGIST ILLOVO SUGAR SOUTH AFRICA (PTY) LTD
MARCH 2024 - JUNE 2025
The key purpose of the job is to ensure compliance with international standards, including standards ISO, United States Pharmacopoeia(USP), and European Pharmacopoeia (EP), to guarantee that all products meet the highest quality and safety standards.
-Key performance areas such as the release of batch documents, performing sampling and microbial analysis on raw materials, packaging materials (IBC's, drums, Bungs), in-process products, final product, water samples from the Lacsa pharmaceutical plant, and conducting non-routine testing as needed.
Experience in the calibration, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments such as biosafety cabinets, colony counter, incubation ovens, autoclaves, top-loading balances and pH meter. Performed stability testing of final product Lactulose. Involved in identifying possible intermediate and final product contamination and initiating corrective action as well as sending samples for external identification.
-Carried out documentation of results, preparation of final reports, capturing of data on existing databases, as well as conducting trend analysis. Ensured organisation, labelling, sorting and optimal stock levels of all laboratory consumables. Responsible for taking daily retention samples and upholding GMP standards and GLP compliance. Assisted in training and supervision of in-service trainees. Performed density, pH and conductivity analysis on chemistry samples.
-Highly proficient in handling various microbial cultures and conducting hygiene and environmental analyses in both the production plant and microbiology laboratory to ensure optimal air quality
LABORATORY ANALYST SUGAR MILLING RESEARCH INSTITUTE
JAN 2023 - JAN 2024
Developed a broad skill range through this SANAS-accredited institute in compliance with ISO 17025:2017 standards. This entailed both analytical chemistry and microbiological testing.
-Key performances such as reagent and media preparation, validation of analytical methods, ensuring proper waste disposal and environmental monitoring. Extensive skill range in the operations of laboratory equipment such as microscopes, NIR, polarimeters, refractometers, pH meters, and Karl Fischer titrations.
-Key performance areas in microbiological analysis of raw and refined sugar samples. Conducted daily sample analysis of molasses and sugar, ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures(SOP).
-Additionally managed data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and promptly issued analysis reports to sugar mills, while providing customer support and feedback
Bachelor of Applied Sciences in Biotechnology - Durban University of Technology (2020-2022)
