S Arunkumaar

Assist in routine QC testing for incoming and in-process materials, and finished goods.

Plan and schedule daily QC routine and ad hoc runs assigned by supervisor.

Evaluate data and draft reports, noting relevant deviations from existing standards.

Responsible for raising non-conformance if failure resulting from QC run is observed and supporting troubleshooting/investigation of nonconforming materials, laboratory equipment, and tests.

Responsible for drafting/revising QC work instructions.

Support QC validation and stability run across lab development and diagnostic products.

Participate in QC process improvements throughout the testing.

General lab support, including housekeeping, equipment maintenance, document archival, maintaining logbooks, and inventory of lab supplies.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of laboratory procedures and processes to ensure compliance with GMPs.

Apply good documentation practices on all records for better traceability, transparency, and the purpose of auditing.

Conducted tests on Covid-19 swab samples using RT-PCR. Conducted quality assurance duties, such as verification of quality control standards and basic performance checking tests. Coordinated general workflow, prioritized urgent test requests. Ensured proper documentation of results and materials. Trained in handling and maintaining the Hologic Panther System. Prepared lab reagents and supplies, including lab cleaning and waste disposal. Responsible for equipment maintenance, lab housekeeping, and inventory management. Performed monthly stock take for reagents and consumables. Obtained quotations and raised purchase requisitions or purchase orders. Ensured delivery items tally with the amount stated in the delivery order and invoice. Packed orders to be sent out to local and regional clinics and hospitals. Scheduled parcels for delivery to regional clinics via DHL.

Conducted laboratory tests on COVID-19 swab samples using RT-PCR. Maintained lab equipment, inventory, purchase of consumables, and preparation of lab reagents/supplies, including lab cleaning and waste disposal. Conducted quality assurance duties, such as verification of quality control standards and basic performance checking tests. Coordinated general workflow and prioritized laboratory requests according to urgency. Coordinated across platforms and personnel to process samples, depending on consignment urgency. Ensured proper documentation of results and materials. Liaised with vendor for equipment servicing. Obtained quotations, raised Purchase Requisitions, and Purchase Orders. Received and ensured purchased items are ordered correctly. Responsible for calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems. Performed new procedures as directed.

Part of the Cystic Fibrosis Research Team, liaised with doctors, nurses, and hospital staff. Recruit patients and obtained their consent for various research studies involving clinical trial drugs at the human trial phase. Handled and conducted tests on infectious samples, such as blood, sputum, and stool. Build a biobank for future research. Cryopreservation of clinical samples obtained. Proficient in using databank software such as RedCap, CF database, and AUSLAB. Procured consumables and chemicals required for the lab using the research budget. Responsible for equipment maintenance, lab housekeeping, and inventory management.