Suhasi Parekh

• Managed lab operations to ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards.

• Led sampling and testing of water, wastewater, soil, and solid waste per ISO/APHA/EPA/CPCB guidelines.

• Developed and updated documentation for NABL accreditation to maintain quality assurance.

• Implemented quality assurance protocols and participated in inter laboratory comparison and proficiency testing programs.

• Trained staff on microbiological techniques and regulatory compliance measures.

• Ensured adherence to cGMP, GLP, and safety standards across all operations.

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Assisted in method development and process improvement initiatives.

• Operated LIMS software for effective data management and compliance tracking.

• With 7 months of specialized experience in water and wastewater microbiology, I've excelled in conducting comprehensive testing and ensuring ISO/IEC 17025:2017 compliance. My role involved leading quality assurance and managing sampling and analysis processes. This hands-on experience has equipped me to progress to the role of Deputy Technical Manager.

• Culturing: Isolate pathogens using selective media.

• Microscopy: Perform microbial visualization with light microscopy.

• Biochemical Tests: Conduct assays for microbial identification.

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Antimicrobial Testing: Evaluate resistance using disk diffusion or MIC assays.

• Molecular Diagnostics: Execute PCR for pathogen detection.

• Serological Tests: Use ELISA for antigen and antibody detection.

• Data Interpretation: Analyze results for accurate reporting.

• Quality Control: Ensure QC procedures and equipment calibration.