Hi, I’m
Ina Saxena
Deputy Senior Lab Analyst
Singapore
Summary
- PhD professional with 9 years of extensive expertise in analytical techniques and laboratory management. Known for delivering high-quality analysis and ensuring adherence to stringent safety protocols. Valued team player with commitment to collaboration and achieving accurate results, adaptable to evolving project requirements. Proficient in plant tissue culture, microbiology,biochemistry, genomics, fluorescence microscopy, plant physiology, lube oil testing, data analysis, chromatography, spectroscopy, and quality control. Currently employed as a Deputy Senior Lab Analyst at Tribocare Pte. Ltd., Singapore. My prior experience includes working as a Researcher at the National Institute of Education (Singapore) and as a Women Scientist on a Government of India-sponsored project focused on plant stress physiology. I am based in Singapore and actively seeking opportunities to apply my knowledge and experience to their fullest potential.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Tribocare Pte. Ltd.
Deputy Senior Lab Analyst
05.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Research & Analysis: Conduct laboratory tests to study microorganisms in water samples and inter- pret water and lube oil data.
- Report Findings: Document methods, data, and findings in technical reports.
- Monitor & Maintain Equipment: Oversee the calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards.
- Compliance & Safety: Ensure compliance with safety standards and biohazard protocols.
- Team: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including chemists, and supervise and train new staff.
- Lab Proficiency: Testing and reporting lab proficiency samples.
- Lab Audit: Performed testing and calibration in compliance with ISO 17025 Accredited laboratory environment, maintaining traceability, documentation, and compliance with audit requirements.
National Institute of Education
Researcher
02.2015 - 11.2015
Job overview
- Conducted enzymatic analysis on tomato plants under flood stress, under the supervision of Dr. Chen Zhong.
Banasthali University
Scientist
04.2012 - 03.2014
Job overview
- Led a Department of Science and Technology-funded project titled “Elucidation of Nitric Oxide (NO) Production under Copper-Induced Oxidative Stress in Brassica juncea and its Role in ROS Detoxifica- tion Metabolism.”
Education
Banasthali UniversityIndia
Ph.D. from Biotechnology
01-2014
University Overview
- Thesis: "In vitro Elucidation of Heavy Metal Toxicity and the Role of Nitric Oxide in Brassica juncea."
- Supervisor: Dr. G.S. Shekhawat
Indian Institute of Patent And Trademark Education
Patent Analyst Training Program
01-2014
H.N.B. Garhwal UniversityIndia
M.Sc. from Biotechnology
01-2008
H.N.B. Garhwal UniversityIndia
B.Sc. Biotechnology
01-2006
Skills
Research Skills
Water sample Analysis: Microbial Analysis (E coli, Enterococcus faecalis, Heterotrophic plate count, Coliforms, thermotolerant coliforms and Legionella pneumonia)
Chemical Analysis: Ion Chromatography, Microscopy, Ph, Conductivity, Turbidity
Lube oil analysis (acid-base titration, FTIR, flash point, viscosity, particle count, pentane insoluble, and)
Biochemical analysis
Fluorescence microscopy
Tissue culture
Gene expression analysis
Quality control testing
Good laboratory practices
Laboratory management
Timeline
Deputy Senior Lab Analyst
Tribocare Pte. Ltd.
05.2018 - Current
Researcher
National Institute of Education
02.2015 - 11.2015
Scientist
Banasthali University
04.2012 - 03.2014
H.N.B. Garhwal University
M.Sc. from Biotechnology
Banasthali University
Ph.D. from Biotechnology
Indian Institute of Patent And Trademark Education
Patent Analyst Training Program
H.N.B. Garhwal University
B.Sc. Biotechnology
PUBLICATIONS
- Saxena I., Srikanth S., Chen Z. "Cross Talk between H2O2 and Interacting Signal Molecules under Plant Stress Response." Frontiers in Plant Science 7 (2016): 570.
- Saxena I., Shekhawat G.S. "Nitric Oxide (NO) in the Alleviation of Heavy Metal-Induced Phytotoxicity and its Role in Protein Nitration." Nitric Oxide 32 (2013): 13-20.
- Khatar K., Saxena I., Shekhawat G.S. "Nitric Oxide-Induced Cd Tolerance and Phytoremediation Po- tential of B. juncea by Modulating Antioxidant Defense Systems." Biometals (2020). DOI: 10.1007/s10534-020-00259-9.
- Saxena I., Chen Z. "American Ginseng: An Overview of a Medicinally Important Endangered Plant." Research Innovator, Vol. III, Issue IV.