Resume

Analytical life science professional with an MSci in Human Genetics from University College London, hands-on R&D and product science experience in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, and procurement experience across supply chains. Combines structured evidence synthesis, quantitative analysis, and market benchmarking to deliver actionable recommendations for product strategy, formulation, and commercial planning. Actively seeking research analyst or consulting roles in life sciences, consumer health, biotechnology, or product strategy teams.

Education

• University College London (UCL) — MSci Human Genetics (2:1) | Sept 2020 – July 2024
  
  Relevant coursework: Computational Biology; Data Science Methods in Biology; Advanced Human Genetics; Industrial Synthetic Biology; Business for Bioscience; Next-Generation Sequencing.

Professional experience

Innovantase — Research & Product Science Intern | March 2025 – Present

• Led evidence evaluation for 30+ cosmetic actives by systematically reviewing clinical trials, safety data, and formulation constraints to recommend optimal concentration ranges and claim-supporting evidence.
• Built a commercial benchmark and technical database of formulations and claims to inform product positioning across moisturisers, sun care, baby washes, and therapeutic emollients.
• Synthesised clinical and instrumental trial outcomes into go/no-go and optimisation recommendations for R&D and marketing teams.
• Produced technical reports and consumer claim frameworks mapping scientific evidence to regulatory and commercial claims.

Aarti Industries — R&D / Process Development Intern | June 2022 – Aug 2022

• Performed literature review and lab-scale testing to optimise an API manufacturing route; recommended process changes that reduced reagent cost and aided scale up.
• Conducted QC analyses including HPLC, LC-MS, Proton-NMR and microbial testing to support batch quality improvements.

Sakthi Sugars — Procurement Intern (Soya Division) | June 2023 – Sept 2023

• Evaluated 20+ suppliers across 18 districts and supported procurement modelling for a projected 20,000 tonne campaign.
• Contributed to yield forecast analysis that improved forecasting accuracy by approximately 12 percent.

Freelance — Private Tutor (GCSE / A-level) | Apr 2023 – Feb 2025

• Designed tailored learning plans for 12 students, improving average academic performance by about 22 percent through structured problem solving and data interpretation coaching.

Selected projects

Mechanisms of Action and Genetic Factors Behind SAMS — UCL dissertation | Sep 2022 – June 2023

• Performed systematic synthesis of mechanisms and six genetic risk factors implicated in Statin Associated Muscle Symptoms.
• Produced a risk stratification framework and literature map used by clinical supervisors.

ShareYourCloning — Frontend Developer & Integrations — UCL project | Sep 2023 – June 2024

• Implemented Google Drive import and export functionality using JavaScript and React to streamline user workflows and reduce friction across devices.

Technical skills and tools

• Genetics & genomics analysis, NGS familiarity, eQTL mapping, variant annotation
• Evidence synthesis, systematic literature review, clinical evidence mapping
• Market and competitor benchmarking, claim substantiation workflows
• Programming and data analysis: Python, R, SQL
• Web and front end: React.js, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Git
• Laboratory and QC methods: HPLC, LC-MS, Proton-NMR, PCR, cell assays
• Productivity: Excel advanced, Microsoft Office suite

Certifications

• BCG Introduction to Strategy Consulting (Forage)
• Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life — University of Edinburgh
• Microsoft Office Specialist — Excel.

Languages

• English (Proficient)
• Hindi (Native)
• Marathi (Native)
• Gujarati (Native)
• French (Basic).

Leadership and volunteering

• Welfare Officer, UCL Environmental Law & Life Sciences Society (2022–2024)
• Treasurer, UCL Vegan & Vegetarian Society (2021–2022)
• Volunteer, Swades Foundation — tutoring and community education (2018–2020).

Availability

Open to internships and entry level associate consultant roles in life science consulting, product strategy, market access, or R&D strategy. Willing to relocate and travel for client work. Contact via the site Contact page or email.

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