Keerthana S

Biotechnology graduate

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

About

I am a Biotechnology graduate with keen interest in Downstream processing, API synthesis and purification. Professional with exceptional communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Effective collaborator with multidisciplinary teams, possessing strong analytical acumen, adaptability and commitment to continuous learning, seeking to contribute to cutting edge research and scientific advancements. Excited to connect with professionals in the field!

Experience

  • Junior Research Associate at Zenfold Sustainable Technologies
    Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr

    • Working on the synthesis and process development of APIs and intermediates. Performing purification techniques such as crystalization, distillation, chromatography, and filtration. • Optimizing existing processes to improve yield, purity, and scalability

  • Graduate Trainee at Biocon
    Oct 2024 - Jun 2025 · 9 mos

    • Performed purification of synthetic and recombinant GLP-1 peptides, using techniques such as HPLC, HIC, lyophilization, filtration, crystallization, and precipitation. • Supported two major projects in the development, optimization, and scale-up of purification protocols, improving yield, purity, and process efficiency in alignment with GMP standards. • Performed analytical tests and gained hands-on production experience over 2 months, enabling better R&D-to-production integration and contributing to scalable and cost-effective process design.

  • Research Assistant at BioArk
    Aug 2024 - Sep 2024 · 2 mos

    Performed microbial culture and media preparation, microbial plating and species isolation for bio remediation, utilized active bacteria for the removal of pollutants, toxins and contaminants from water and soil environments.

  • Project Intern at CSIR - Central Leather Research Institute
    Dec 2023 - Apr 2024 · 5 mos

    Worked on the impact of cross-linking collagen through interaction with small molecules on its physiochemical behavior, using advanced rheological techniques.

  • Research Intern at Biological E. Limited
    Jul 2022 - Aug 2022 · 2 mos

    Worked with the dynamic team of Scientists and Researchers on the project "Glycoconjugate Vaccine Characterization And Techniques" to provide a broader spectrum action than the individual protein and polysaccharide and enhance vaccine safety.