Lohitha Putha
Assistant Research Fellow
Dunedin,Otago
Summary
Conscientious Heal Science professional offering a decade of experience in fast paced settings. As a Health Science professional with a decade of experience in research settings. Experienced Medicinal Chemist with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. I offer a strong dedication to patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills. Organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Detail-oriented team player with strong organisational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Work History
Assistant Research Fellow
University of Otago, Dunedin
Dunedin, Otago
11.2021 - Current
- Have worked individually and as a part of team to fulfill safe laboratory environment.
- Good experience ordering general materials, chemicals, consumables through Unimarket ordering system.
- Good knowledge about University’s compliance to establish safety standards.
- Handle issues in a project highlighted by stakeholders to provide solution to solve the issue.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
Lecturer/Assistant Proffesor
The Oxford College of Pharmacy
Bangalore, Karnataka India
01.2010 - 06.2016
- Assisted in the facilitation of therapeutic and recreational activities.Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of attendance and grades.
- Coordinated with appropriate administrative staff to address professional, administrative and operational questions.
- Supported students with both professional and emotional needs.
- Taught students via a multitude of teaching modalities including delivering lectures, tutorials and organizing workshops.
- Extensively worked as a coordinator in successful accreditation of the organisation to National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).
- Worked as a Treasurer in Alumni Association Advisory Committee, organized many Alumni meets during my tenure.
- An active member in Parent-Teacher Association, Women empowerment committee, Student council committee and Extension activities, to ensure community development through excellent Pharmacy health care, education, service and research systems.
National Service Scheme Programme Officer
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Bangalore, Karnataka India
08.2010 - 06.2016
- Performed voluntary community service with the primary objective to develop the personality and character of the student youth.
- Lead an NSS unit comprising of 500 student volunteers.
- Cared for clients by providing emotional support and guidance.
- Maintained thorough and up-to-date records of community events.
- Attended meetings with families and other professionals in fulfillment of the Programme objective.
- Worked extensively on issues of social relevance involving literacy, education, family welfare, nutrition, environment conservation, Women empowerment, and economic development.
- Participated in the training and orientation course for NSS Programme Officer in the successful fulfillment of NSS guidelines.
Education
Ph.D. - Pharmaceutical Sciences
08.2016 - 08.2021
Master of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Chemistry
07.2007 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
10.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
- Health Science
- Cross-cultural Communication
- Women’s Empowerment
- Multilingual Ability
- English Language Proficiency
- Case Management
- Community Outreach
- Counselling
- Full NZ Driver’s License
- Resource allocation
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Active Listening
- Team Collaboration
- Cross-cultural Communication
- Research procedures
- Project Management
References
1. Vernon Ward, PhD (Current employer)
Professor
Department of Microbiology & Immunology
University of Otago, Dunedin 9016
Tel: +6434799028
Email: vernon.ward@otsgo.ac.nz
2. Sigurd Wilbanks, PhD (Previous employer & PhD co-supervisor)
Associate Professor
Department of Biochemistry
University of Otago, Dunedin 9016
Tel: +6434797850
Email: sigurd.wilbanks@otago.ac.nz
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