Institution: University of Louisville Department of Chemistry

Institution’s URL: http://louisville.edu/~egmuel01

Availability: immediately

Salary: NIH fellowship rates (based on experience)

Location: Louisville, Kentucky

Contact: eugene.mueller@louisville.edu or (502) 852-5811

Synopsis:
Postdoctoral positions in the laboratory of Prof. Eugene Mueller are available immediately to investigate the mechanisms and ramifications of RNA modification and sulfur transfer. Requires a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics or a related field.

RAJESH KUMAR
392, Vivekanand nagar
Ghaziabad, U.P.
Mobile No.- 9810606266/ 9910319621
E. mail : dr.rajesh1983@rediffmail.com

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

2007:M.Sc. (Organic Chemistry); Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut.

2004:B.Sc. (Chemistry, Physics, Math’s); Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut.

2001:12th (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, English, Hindi); S.S.D. Inter College, U.P. Board.

SPECIALIZATION:

Specialization in Qualitative and qualitative analysis. Instrument handling and Data interpretation like HPTLC, TLC etc. Quality control and standardization Single and finished products. Isolation of chemical compounds and their synthesis.

EXPERIENCE:

1.Four month Research experience in phytochemical analysis of Single and Compound formulations in Pharmacopeial Laboratory for Indian Medicine, Department of AYUSH, Govt. OF India, Ghaziabad, U.P.

2.Worked as a Junior Research Fellow (Chemistry) since 1st Nov. to 31st Dec., 2007 on the W.H.O. project entitled “HPTLC Fingerprint Development of Ayurvedic Drugs” in CCRAS, Department of AYUSH, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India, Janakpuri, New Delhi-110058.

3.Working as a Consultant (Chemistry) on “HPTLC Fingerprint Development of Ayurvedic Drugs” in CCRAS, Department of AYUSH, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India, Janakpuri, New Delhi-110058 till date.

PROJECT COMPLETED:

1.The work of WHO Project entitlled “HPTLC – Fingerprint Atlas of Ayurvedic Single Plant Drugs mentioned in Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia Vol.-III & IV” have been completed (50 single plant drugs) and monograph submitted to WHO, India.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

1.Diploma in Computer Education (Hardware & Software networking).

PUBLICATION:

1.A review on “ANTICANCER ACTIVITY OF MEDICINAL PLANTS AND THEIR MECHANISM OF ACTION ON HUMAN BODY” Rajesh Kumar, Suman Kumari, Arjun Singh, writing of the paper is completed and is ready for communication.

ADDITIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS:

1.Attended training workshop on “Research methodology for the faculty members of Govt. Ayurvedic Postgraduate Institutions” under aegis of WHO, Organized by CCRAS, Department of AYUSH, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India in AYUSH auditorium, at CCRAS Hqr. Office N. Delhi on 15th & 16th December, 2007.
2.Attended “National Workshop on Ayurveda and Siddha For Geriatric Health Care” Organized by CCRAS, Department of AYUSH, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India at India Habitat Centre , Lodhi Road, N. Delhi on dated 23rd- 24th Jan, 2008.

CARRIER OBJECTIVES:

Interested in R & D, Chemical analysis, Quality control and Standardization of single and compound formulations. Different methods Isolation of Chemical constutuents, Synthesis of Chemical constituents and their Derivatives.

PERSONNEL INFORMATIONS

Name : RAJESH KUMAR
Father’s Name : Shri Ram Khilawan
Date of Birth : 02 Nov. 1983
Sex : Male
Marital Status : Unmarried
Language known : English, Hindi

Date: …………. Rajesh Kumar

REFERENCES:
1.Dr. Rajiv Sharma
Senior Scientific Officer (Pharmacognosy)
Pharmacopeial Laboratory for Indian Medicine,
Department of AYUSH, Govt. OF India,
Ghaziabad, U.P.
Mob. : 9899564166
2.Dr. Ravinder Singh
Research Officer (Chemistry)
Pharmacopeial Laboratory for Indian Medicine,
Department of AYUSH, Govt. OF India,
Ghaziabad, U.P.
Mob.: 9968246136
3.Dr. Arjun Singh
A.R.O. (Chemistry)
Central Council for Research in Ayurveda and Siddha
No 61-65 Institutional area opp “D” Block
Janakpuri New Delhi-58
Mob.: 9868033722

(Enzymology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Protein chemistry)

PhD Institution: Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, 4 Raja S C Mullick Road, Jadavpur, Kolkata 700032. West Bengal, India.

PhD Advisor: Dr. Mina Mukherjee, Scientist F, IICB.

PhD Thesis Title: Studies on cellobiose dehydrogenase from the edible mushroom Termitomyces clypeatus

Thesis Synopsis:
Cellobiose dehydrogenase (CDH) [E. C. 1.1.99.18] is an extracellular enzyme which is produced by various wood degrading fungi. The enzyme has several technical applications like in- biosensors, bioremediation or biocatalysis. I have explored the fungus Termitomyces clypeatus for CDH production. The enzyme has been purified and physicochemically characterized. It was used for the production of lactobionic acid- a constituent in the ‘Wisconsin transplantation used during organ preservation for transplantation. The availability of large amount of this enzyme is a prerequisite for successful biotechnological applications. Lastly, efforts for large-scale production of the enzyme have been made through fermentation technics with cost-effectiveness.

Experience: Studies at the Drug Development /Diagnostics & Biotechnology at Indian Institute of chemical Biology (an unit of CSIR) registered under Jadavpur University; India (Kolkata) 2003-2008

Contact: sahatanima@yahoo.co.in

BioScale is a fast-growing biotechnology company developing a next-generation MEMs-based biosensor tool for research and diagnostics. We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced Sr. Scientist to take a leading role in the development of new immunoassay applications for Industry and Academic research.

Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate daily activities of a team of scientists working on development of new biosensor immunoassays
Assay design, implementation and optimization
Hands-on participation in immunoassay development
Generate Proof of concept/assay development for academic and industry partners
Support successful completion of academic and industry partner interactions

Experience requirements:

PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or related field.
5 years experience, including 2+ years developing immunoassays in an industry setting.
Experience working in a multidisciplinary environment
Experience developing commercial immunoassay kits preferred
Proven experience leading customer interactions and research collaborations
Prior experience developing biosensor or microparticle-based immunoassays is preferred
Strong oral and written communication skills

Interested candidates should forward their CV / Resume to email: jrynak@bioscale.com.
BioScale
75 Sidney Street

Cambridge, MA

02139

BioScale is a venture-funded start-up developing innovative MEMS-based bioanalysis systems. These systems will be capable of performing assays across a wide range of biological analytes, including bacteria, virus, proteins, small-molecules and hormones. Led by an experienced technology entrepreneur along with three world-renowned MIT professors in the MEMS/Nanobiology arena, BioScale is dedicated to providing high performance biological analysis and discovery tools for the Healthcare and Life Sciences Industry

Institution: NSF Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Institution’s URL: http://www.nsf.gov/dir/index.jsp?org=MPS

Availability: April 11, 2007

Salary: $29000

Location: Bethesda, Maryland

Synopsis:
The Directorate for Biological Sciences (BIO) offers Postdoctoral Research Fellowships in Biological Informatics to recent recipients of the doctoral degree for research and training in developing and using computational, statistical, and other tools in the collection, organization, dissemination, and use of information to solve problems in biology. The research and training plan of each fellowship is expected to address important scientific questions in contemporary biology and include a strong linkage between computer, information, and computational science and biology and develop and/or apply state-of-the-art informatics tools or approaches to the stated problem.

E-mail
biotech.sanjay@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE
To Work in a research area of my interest “Molecular biology, recombinant DNA-Technology, Immunology, cell and tissue culture, Microarray technology in gene expression analysis,

EDUCATIONAL PROFILE
M.Tech. (Pharm.) Pharmaceutical Technology (Biotechnology) – 2007
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER)
Mohali (Punjab)

ONGOING RESEARCH PROJECT
One year research project-
“Isolation and purification of xanthine oxidase from bovine milk and screening of new
chemical entities (NCEs) as xanthine oxidase inhibitors”
Xanthine oxidase (metalloflavoprotein) is an enzyme (hyperactivity) involved in the gout and various free radical
mediated cancers so it can be a target for gout and different cancers. For this I have isolated and purify the xanthine
oxidase from bovine milk and screen out the different NCEs (provided by Mr. Srikant in dept. of medicinal chemistry
under Dr. A. K. Chakraborti) after setting different kinetic parameters of xanthine oxidase. The different methodologies
and proceduce adopted to perform whole project, are
 Isolation of enzyme by ammonium sulfate precipitations, dialysis and by using centricon
 Purification by the hydroxyappetite (adsorption) chromatography column and by SDS-PAGE
 Enzyme activity and specific activity measurement by ELISA-plate reader and double beam
 spectrophotometer
 Kinetic study of enzyme done by double beam spectrophotometer
 Screening and inhibitory kinetic study of different NCEs is also done by double beam spectrophotometer

TECHNICAL SKILLS
Biotechnological and Biochemical methods-
 _ Recombinant-DNA techniques (Isolation and separation of plasmid), PCR
 _ Gel electrophoresis techniques(SDS-PAGE, native PAGE)
 _ Chromatographic techniques (gel, affinity, ion exchange, size exclusion)
 _ ELISA, Enzyme immobilization techniques

Instrumental techniques
Experience in handling of HPLC, FPLC, and UV-Visible spectrophotometer (single and double beam)

Microbiological techniques-
Preparation of different culture media, isolation techniques of microorganism

INDUSTRIAL EXPOSURE
As a trainee in Signa Pharma. Pvt. Ltd., Kanpur, U.P. for the period of one Month from July 1 to August 1, 2003.
As a trainee I learn to prepare different solid liquid dosage forms, starting from size reduction granulating, drying, and punching to packaging

DBT-JRF- 2007
Qualified in DBT-JRF National level examination) conducted by dept. of biotechnology Govt. of
India with 98th rank, for admission to PhD programme

GATE – 2005
Qualified GATE (National level examination) in Pharmaceutical sciences, with 85 percentile score.

B. Pharm.- 2005
Babu Banarsidas National Institute of Technology and Management, Lucknow, U.P., India With 67% marks

COMPUTER PROFICIENCY
Windows operating systems and application software: MS Office, ChemDraw, Reference Management Software (Endnote Plus), Sigma Stat, Sigma Plot. Scientific data retrieval from various Internet portals like Science direct, Pubmed, Google, Highwire, Scirus, Scopus etc

PERSONAL INFORMATION
Gender- Male

Date of Birth- 10 February 1982

Marital Status- Single

Father’s Name- Mr. Ram Jeet

Languages Known- Hindi, English (U.K.)

Nationality- Indian

REFERENCES
1) Prof. U. C.Banerjee
Head of the Department,
Dept. of Pharmaceutical Technology,
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Mohali, India
ucbanerjee@niper.ac.in
2) Prof. A.K. Charkraborti
Head of the Department,
Dept. of Medicinal chemistry,
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Mohali, India
akchakraborti@niper.ac.in
3) Dr. Ipsita Roy
Assistant professor
Dept. of Biotechnology
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Mohali, India
ipsita@niper.ac.in
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that all the details furnished above are true to the best of my knowledge and if found false I am wholly responsible.

Date- 10-5-2007
Place: Mohali (India) (Sanjay Rawat)

Sidharth mahali
11/84, 8th main
RBI colony
Jayanagar 3rd block
Bangalore
Mob: 9886422846
Mail to: the_sidd@rediffmail.com

OBJECTIVE:
To develop a career in a challenging research environment where my knowledge together with my personal skills and interests can be exploited for the growth of the organization, besides providing me with a challenging position and an opportunity to better myself holistically.

EDUCATIONAL DETAILS:

Year Academics College University/Board Percentage
2000 10TH KENDRIYA VIDYALAY CBSE 78.4%
2002 10+2 RAVENSHAW COLLEGE CHSE 70%
2005 GRADUATION ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGEMENT COLLEGE BANGALORE UNIVERSITY 65%

MSc biochemistry: SRN ADARSH College, Bangalore University- 55%

PROJECTS AND ON-JOB TRAININGS:

● Project at Regional medical research centre
Dibrugarh, Assam (duration – 1 month, 2003)
Description- Diagnosis of haemoglobinopathies.
Acquired practical experience of working in research laboratory. Worked on HPLC.

● On job training: IMMUNOTECHNIQUES.
Best biotek, Bangalore.(duration- 1 month)
Description- Acquired practical applications of immunodiagnostic methods.

INTERNAL PROJECT

● Topic- Purification and quantification of antibodies
The report includes different techniques for isolation of antibodies on a large scale and its applications and advancements in the field of medicine.

CERTIFICATE COURSES:

● Diploma in genetic engineering at JIVAS, Bangalore (duration- .2004-2005)
Description- Acquired practical and theoretical experience in basic genetic engineering tools.

Research interest
● Development of analytical and purification methodologies.
● Diagnostic procedures.
● Identification of medically important natural products.

Seminars presented:
● Diagnostic methods of haemoglobinopathies and thalassemias.
● Ion exchange chromatography.
● Amino acid derived molecules and their physiological role.
● Chemotherapy and chemo-preventive agents.

Computer Skills: Expertise in MS office tools like: MS word, MS Power point, Internet explorer.

Extracurricular.
● Playing tabla
● Participated in inter-collegiate competitions.
● Writing skits.

Interests:
● Swimming
● Singing, reading books, debating on exclusive topics.
● Surfing on net.

Self Evaluation: Hardworking, dedicated, curious learner, friendly, critical and analytical thinker.

Personal Details

Full Name Sidharth mahali
Father’s Name: Sri Ashok Kumar mahali
Date of Birth: 14-11-84
Marital Status: Single.
Mother Tongue: Oriya
Languages known: English, Hindi, Bengali
PERMANENT ADDRESS- 12, NUAPATNA MANGLABAG, CUTTACK, ORISSA- 753001

Ph: 0671-2301693
Mob: 9886422846
Primary ID: the_sidd@ rediffmail.com
Secondary ID: the_sidd@yahoo.co.in

I, sidharth mahali, admit that the above said information is true to my knowledge.

Place: Bangalore
Date: sidharth mahali

Institution: Team-One Employment Specialists, LLC

Institution’s URL: http://www.teamone.la

Availability: August 15, 2007

Salary: $70,000 + DOE

Location: West Los Angeles, CA

Contact: melissac@teamone.la or 310-841-4123

Synopsis:
Team-One is currently conducting a search on behalf of our client, a profitable and expanding , quality-minded vitamin company. The company has been in business for 30 years and is still growing! They are based in Los Angeles, CA but reach markets globally. This choice opportunity is ideal for a PhD who is passionate about Nutraceuticals and preventative medicine. This research position will entail 100% information research and development by educating the company of new technical advancements in the industry and product knowledge/discoveries. This person will need to submit technical writing samples and CV via e-mail.

Requirements include:

 Position involves scientific review and specification of nutraceuticals involved in Product Development.
 Provides scientific support to education, marketing, sales and production departments.
 Stays current with dietary supplements, nutritional, nutraceutical technologies and seeks out innovative ways to add value to company.
 Maintains and expands supporting scientific literature for product line
 Collaborates with other departments as needed.

Qualifications:

 Ph.D. in Science, Nutrition, Bio-Chemistry or related field
 Research experience is preferred
 Excellent work ethics
 Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills
 Excellent interpersonal and team skills
 Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

Biochemist

PhD Institution: University of Delaware

PhD Advisor: Colin Thorpe Ph.D

PhD Thesis Title: Study of a Flavin-dependent sulfyhydryl oxidase called Augmenter of Liver Regeneration

Thesis Synopsis:
A thorough analysis of the enzyme “Augmenter of Liver Regeneration (ALR).” Investigate its role as a Flavin-Dependent Sulfhydryl Oxidase and in comparison to other sulfhydryl oxidases such as Quiescin Sulfhydryl Oxidase, which contains a domain homologous to ALR. Determination of the enzyme’s possible substrates and physiological roles including its function as a Cytochrome c Reductase, involvement in Iron-Sulfur cluster formation, and its unique formation of a neutral semiquinone upon reduction.
Experience: Studies in Biochemistry at the University of Delaware, Newark, De; 2000-2007

Contact: s_r_farrell@yahoo.com or (732) 604-5710

Career Goal:
I look myself as a researcher who wants to understand the microbial world and come up with solution which will be useful to humanity at large. My present work revolves around understanding the complex mechanism of microbial pathogenesis. I would like to pursue my career in this area and would like to expand my expertise in proteomics to explore new dimensions of my research capabilities. So in a nutshell, I would like to be an academic researcher who can come up with genuine solutions which can make the difference.

Research Experience:

2002-at present: Pursuing PhD (Biotechnology) from School of Biotechnology, JNU,
New Delhi, India, 110067.
Thesis title: “Characterization of GroEL homolog of Xenorhabdus nematophila
with insecticidal activity in crop pest.
Supervisor: Prof. Rakesh Bhatnagar, School of Biotechnology, JNU, New Delhi,
India
Co-Supervisor: Dr. Nirupama Banerjee, ICGEB, Aruna Asaf Ali Road, New Delhi,
India. .

2001-2002: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) from Centre of Biotechnology, JNU, New
Delhi 110067.
Project title: “Over expression of recombinant Protective antigen (rPA) of Bacillus
anthracis toxin in E. coli by using different bioprocess strategies.”

Supervisor: Prof. Rakesh Bhatnagar, School of Biotechnology, JNU, New Delhi, India

Scholastic Achievement: -

 Only recipient of 2007 International affairs Student travel award winner which was presented by American Society for Microbiology International Education Committee.
 Senior Research fellowship (SRF) from Council of Scientific and industrial Research (CSIR), Human Resource and Development Group, Government of India from Aug 2004 until now.
 Junior Research fellowship (JRF) from Council of Scientific and industrial Research (CSIR), Human Resource and Development Group, Government of India from Aug 2002 to 2004.
 National scholarship from 1994-1999.

Patents:

 Indian patent has been granted for the insecticidal GroEL protein of Xenorhabdus nematophila.

Publications:

1. Joshi MC, Sharma A, Birah A, Gupta GP, Bhatnagar R, Banerjee N. Manuscript under preparation.

2. Banerjee J, Singh J, Joshi MC, Ghosh S, Banerjee N. “The cytotoxic fimbrial structural subunit of Xenorhabdus nematophila is a pore-forming toxin”. J Bacteriol. 2006 188 7957-62.

3. Singh J, Joshi MC, Bhatnagar R. “Cloning and expression of mycobacterial glutamine synthetase gene in Escherichia coli”. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 2004 317 634-8.

Education/Academic Background:

 M. Sc (Biotechnology), (1999-2001): Grades (6.82/9) from Centre of Biotechnology, JNU, New Delhi, India, 110067.
 B.Sc. (Botany, Zoology and Chemistry), (1996-1999): Percentage (61.3%) from Meerut College Meerut, Choudhary Charan Singh University, U.P., India.
 Intermediate (Higher Secondary), (1996): Percentage (67.4%) from Uttar Pradesh board, Allahabad, U.P., India; [Subjects: Physics, Biology, Chemistry, English and Hindi].
 High School (Secondary), (1994): Percentage (72%) from Uttar Pradesh board, Allahabad, U.P., India; [Subjects: Science, Math, English, Hindi, Social science, Biology, subjects] in 1994.

Technical Expertise:

GENOMICS:

 Nucleic acid isolation and purification
 Genomic DNA library preparation
 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
 Cloning
 Southern analysis
 Northern analysis
 DNA sequencing
 Site directed mutagenesis

PROTEOMICS:

 Recombinant protein expression
 Protein purification
 Chromatography
 Western Blot
 Ligand Blot
 Protein estimation
 Brush Boarder Membrane Vesicle preparation (insects)
 Electrophoresis Mobility Shift Assay (EMSA)
 DNase I foot printing
 Sub-cellular localization of protein

FERMENTATION:

 Batch culture studies (Shake flask and Fermentation)
 Fed batch culture studies (Fermentation)

BIOPHYSICS:

 Differential Scanning Colorometry (DSC)
 Isothermal colorimetery (ITC)
 Circular Dichroism (CD)
 Spectrophotometery

IMMUNOLOGY:

 Immuno-Histochemistry
 ELISA
 Raising polyclonal antibody in rabbit
 Affinity Antibody purification

MICROCOPY:

 Fluorescence microscopy
 Transmission Electron Microscopy (negative staining and negative contrast immunogold labeling)
 Light microscopy
 Phase contrast microscopy
 Fluorometery

BIOINFORMATICS:

 Bio-informatics packages usage and analysis.
 Sequence analysis.
 3D Structure prediction and analysis.

OTHER TECHINCAL SKILLS:

 Insect handling, raring, bioassay.
 Mid gut sectioning
 Immuno-Histochemistry of midgut sections
 Insect hemocytes isolation
 Cell culture.
 Ultracentrifugation
 Working with Macintosh, Windows operating system
 Microsoft office, Adobe Photoshop.

Referees:

1. Dr. Nirupama Banerjee Bhatnagar
(Senior Research Scientist)
Address: Insect resistance Lab
ICGEB, Aruna Asaf Ali Road, New Delhi.
E. mail: nirupama@icgeb.res.in
nirupamaban@yahoo.com
Phone: +911126181242
Fax: +911126162316

2. Prof. Rakesh Bhatnagar
Address: School of Biotechnology,
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
New Delhi, 110067, India
Phone: +911126179751
E. mail: rakeshbhatnagar@mail.jnu.ac.in
rakbhat01@yahoo.com

3. Dr. Raj Bhatnagar (Group Leader)
Address: International Center fro Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology,
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, New Delhi
India, 110067
Phone: +911126181242
E. mail: raj@icgeb.res.in