NOOR AFRAH SAJIDAH BTE SURYA DINATA
Summary
Pharmaceutical Engineering graduate with experience in R&D at MSD and A*Star, skilled in lab work, data analysis, and process optimization. Passionate about contributing to the community through science and innovation, with a strong commitment to driving positive change.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Analyst
Takasago International Singapore Pte Ltd
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Assisted in preparing production samples for quality testing before being released to the respective clients
- Performed Data-Analysis and troubleshooting
- Supported in lab housekeeping and ensuring equipment are running well.
Associate Research Scientist
MSD International GmbH
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Reduced project duration by 10% through efficient experiment execution, time management, and human iPSC model establishment for streamlined screening.
- Prepared and performed presentations to internal and external stakeholders
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
Clinical Research Technician
Lilly Centre for Clinical Pharmacology
03.2019 - 01.2023
- Promoted within a year to an expanded lab technician role, demonstrating strong performance and dedication.
- Maintained YSI Glucose machines for seamless blood testing operations.
- Prepared study kits (EZDA, LAIO, GZHF) to support nurses and labs for precise, efficient work.
- Trained new lab technicians, optimizing role delegation and minimizing errors.
Research Assistant
ES-TA Technology
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted research scientist in R&D experiments (CFU Count, MBC, Sustainability Assay)
- Discovered optimal concentration of new foam-sanitizer technology contributing as coauthor for the manuscript
Research Assistant
A*STAR Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology
03.2018 - 07.2018
- Assisted research scientist in protein experiments, identifying potential proteins for the project.
- Analyzed and organized data for clear monthly presentations.
- Maintained lab cleanliness to ensure easy access to equipment and prevent hazards.
Internship
National University of Singapore / Research Assistant
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Assisted research scientist in finding the effects of Arabidopsis plants on bacteria through multiple experiments (observing biofilm production of bacteria)
- Analyzed and organized data for weekly submission to both NUS and RP supervisors
- Ensured good lab housekeeping for easier access to clean apparatus and to avoid potential hazards.
Permanent Part-Time
Kampung Siglap Mosque / Head Teacher
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Conducted religious knowledge class ranging from Pre-school to Primary 6
- Planned and executed events and celebrations (Children's Day, Teacher's Day, Hari Raya) for the students
- Provide lesson materials and activities for the students.
Permanent Part-time
Lil Changemakers / Assistant Teacher
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Assist in teaching phoenix (Malay, English and Arabic)
- Support in worksheet marking and giving feedback to the students on area of improvements
- Execute celebrations and events for the students.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering in Pharmaceutical Engineering Honors with Merit -
SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Singapore12.2023
Diploma with Merit in Biotechnology -
REPUBLIC POLYTECHNIC
Singapore05.2019
Skills
- Sampling procedures
- Equipment Calibration
- Statistical Analysis
- Data Interpretation
- Laboratory Testing
- Presentations
- Planning and coordination
Planning and coordination
Publications
- ESTABLISHING TRANSLATABLE IN-VITRO CHEMTHERAPY-INDUCED PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY (CIPN) MODEL USING HUMAN IPSC- DEVRIVED SENSORY NEURON FOR PAIN TARGET VALIDATION, Co-Authored with Dr Emelyne Teo Jia Wei and other scientists from MSD, May 2023
- COMPARING THE EFFICACY AND FUNCTIONALITY OF DIFFERENT COMMERCIAL ALCOHOLBASED SANITIZERS, Co-Authored with Kaiyang Lim, Wei Yi Li, and En Ting Ho, June 2022
Activities
- WAU! MALAY CAULTURAL SOCIETY (SIT) - PRESIDENT
- 04/2017, 04/2019, EUREKA, SAS CLUB (REPUBLIC POLYTECHNIC) - EVENTS MANAGER
- 04/2016, 04/2017, MAVEN, SAS CLUB (REPUBLIC POLYTECHNIC) - Subcommittee Member,
- 01/2013, 12/2014, NETBALL / CAPTAIN'S BALL (MADRASAH AL-MAARIF) - Team Captain
Languages
Arabic
Intermediate (B1)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Malay
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Quality Control Analyst
Takasago International Singapore Pte Ltd
04.2024 - 09.2024
Associate Research Scientist
MSD International GmbH
01.2023 - 12.2023
Research Assistant
ES-TA Technology
09.2021 - 12.2021
Permanent Part-time
Lil Changemakers / Assistant Teacher
01.2020 - 12.2020
Clinical Research Technician
Lilly Centre for Clinical Pharmacology
03.2019 - 01.2023
Permanent Part-Time
Kampung Siglap Mosque / Head Teacher
01.2019 - 12.2022
Internship
National University of Singapore / Research Assistant
09.2018 - 02.2019
Research Assistant
A*STAR Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology
03.2018 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Engineering in Pharmaceutical Engineering Honors with Merit -
SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Diploma with Merit in Biotechnology -
REPUBLIC POLYTECHNIC
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