Hemakshsi Pokiri
Summary
Results-driven biopharma research professional with expertise in regulatory compliance, clinical research, and study start-up processes. Strong background in phage display, protein purification, molecular biology, and enzymatic assays. Proficient in GMP, GLP, and ICH-GCP regulations, with experience in data analysis, protocol development, and site activation. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration to drive efficiency in regulatory submissions, ethics approvals, and trial start-up activities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Postgraduate Researcher
University College Dublin
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Led research on antibody screening and characterization using phage display technology in Escherichia coli
- Conducted protein purification (IMAC, SEC) and antigen characterization using SDS-PAGE, ELISA, and Western Blotting
- Optimized expression conditions for recombinant proteins and analyzed molecular interactions using fluorometric assays
- Performed DNA sequencing and bioinformatics analysis to identify unique binders for therapeutic applications
- Maintained regulatory compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and documented findings per GxP standards
Research Associate Intern
Advanced Agricultural Research (AAR)
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Managed site-level research activities, including protocol execution, sample processing, and data collection
- Conducted fluorometric and microscopic assays to quantify fungal biomass in planta
- Ensured regulatory compliance with GMP/GLP standards for sample handling and equipment maintenance
- Presented weekly reports to senior management and regulatory stakeholders
Undergraduate Research Assistant
INTI International University
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Developed novel antibacterial assays for analyzing methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus epidermidis
- Assisted in HPLC, ELISA, and enzymatic analysis to assess drug efficacy
Education
Master of Science - Biotherapeutics
University College Dublin
12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
INTI International University
12.2021
Skills
- Research & Clinical Trial Start-Up
- Regulatory Compliance & Ethics Approvals
- Site Activation & Start-Up
- Protocol Development & Study Execution
- Biotechnology & Drug Discovery
- Phage Display & Antibody Engineering
- Protein Purification & Characterization
- Molecular Biology & Microbiology
- Data Analysis & Laboratory Techniques
- Fluorometric & Enzymatic Assays
- Data Analytics & Scientific Reporting
- Equipment Maintenance & Compliance
Certification
- ICH-GCP & Clinical Trials Conduct, 01/01/25, Stanford University
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for Pharma, 01/01/25, Udemy
- HPLC & Quality Control in Pharmaceuticals, 01/01/25, Udemy
- Pharmacovigilance & Drug Safety, 01/01/25, Udemy
Languages
English
French
Hindi
Timeline
Postgraduate Researcher
University College Dublin
01.2022 - 09.2022
Research Associate Intern
Advanced Agricultural Research (AAR)
01.2021 - 09.2021
Undergraduate Research Assistant
INTI International University
02.2019 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
INTI International University
Master of Science - Biotherapeutics
University College Dublin
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