SHARANYA SUDARSHAN B

Biotechnology Postgraduate | Data Analyst | Scientific Researcher
Bengaluru, IN.

About

Highly analytical Biotechnology postgraduate with cross-disciplinary expertise in biological research, data analysis, and computational tools. Proven ability to leverage R, SQL, Fiji, and DeepLabCut to solve complex biological problems, evidenced by impactful research and data-driven insights. Seeking roles in data analysis, scientific research, or interdisciplinary fields that bridge biology and data science.

Work

Rapido
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Data Analytics Intern - Full Time

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Summary

Currently serving as a Data Analytics Intern at Rapido, analyzing large-scale ride-sharing data to optimize user behavior, onboarding metrics, and operational efficiency.

Highlights

Analyzed large-scale ride-sharing data using SQL and Excel, focusing on user behavior, onboarding metrics, and operational efficiency to generate actionable business insights.

Built and maintained Metabase dashboards to track key KPIs, significantly improving data visibility and enabling faster, data-driven decision-making across diverse teams.

Collaborated closely with the Finance team, supporting business planning and performance reporting while managing tasks with Jira.

Automated recurring queries and reports using Python, enhancing reporting speed and consistency for critical financial analytics.

Chair of Terrestrial Ecology, Technical University of Munich (TUM)
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Research Assistant - Part Time Job

Freising, Bavaria, Germany

Summary

Contributed to biodiversity research at Chair of Terrestrial Ecology TUM, enhancing ecological databases through meticulous sample analysis.

Highlights

Conducted detailed biodiversity research, meticulously sorting over 100+ insect samples collected from Bavarian Alps.

Contributed to the enhancement of biodiversity databases, providing crucial data for ecological and taxonomic studies.

Chair of Epigenetics, Technical University of Munich (TUM)
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Data Analyst Intern - Full Time

Garching, Bavaria, Germany

Summary

Analyzed microRNA effects on adipocyte differentiation at Chair of Epigenetics TUM, utilizing image analysis to identify cellular changes.

Highlights

Investigated microRNA effects on adipocyte differentiation within an HGPS model, contributing to advanced epigenetic research.

Analyzed over 200 fluorescence images using Fiji, accurately identifying differentiated cells to support research findings.

Chair of Plant Insect Interactions, Technical University of Munich (TUM)
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Research Intern - Full Time

Freising, Bavaria, Germany

Summary

Performed chemical profiling of Hyalomma ticks at Chair of Plant Insect Interactions TUM, identifying key compounds linked to disease vectors.

Highlights

Conducted chemical profiling of Hyalomma ticks using GCMS, identifying key chemical compounds relevant to disease vectors.

Processed and visualized complex data using R and MassHunter, supporting the interpretation of chemical biomarkers for disease research.

Chair of Zoology, Technical University of Munich (TUM)
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Data Analyst - Part Time Job

Freising, Bavaria, Germany

Summary

Analyzed sleep and movement behaviors of tadpoles at Chair of Zoology TUM, generating precise datasets for behavioral research.

Highlights

Tracked and analyzed sleep and movement behavior of tadpoles utilizing DeepLabCut, providing foundational data for behavioral studies.

Annotated over 300 video frames, generating precise posture and trajectory datasets critical for detailed research analysis.

Education

Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Freising, Bavaria, Germany

Master of Science (MS)

Biology (Medical Biology, Ecology, Plant Science)

BMS College of Engineering Bangalore
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Bachelor of Engineering (BE)

Biotechnology

Awards

Karnataka State Council for Science & Technology 45th Fellowship Grant

Awarded By

IISC

Awarded for Best Bachelor Thesis and selected to represent college at the State-level seminar at VTU, recognizing outstanding academic research.

Outstanding Student Award

Awarded By

School Level

Recognized for exceptional academic excellence and significant contributions to co-curricular activities at the school level.

Languages

German
English
Kannada
Hindi

Certificates

Innovation, Business Models and Entrepreneurship
The Complete SQL Bootcamp
The Data Science of Healthcare, Medicine & Public Health

Skills

Technical & Lab Skills

RT-PCR, Electrophoresis, GC-MS, Fluorescence Imaging, DNA/RNA Analysis, Academic Writing, Literature Evaluation, BLAST, AutoDock, PredSkin, NCBI Tools, FASTA, Swiss-Prot.

Data & Software Tools

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Fiji (ImageJ), DeepLabCut, SQL, Jira, Inkscape, Power BI, R (ggplot2).

Professional Competencies

Scientific Communication, Detail-Oriented Thinking, Team Collaboration, Remote Coordination, Independent Research, Adaptability, Cross-Functional Communication.

Interests

Leadership & Academia

President of Literary Club (Dept. of Biotech).

Performing Arts

Carnatic Classical Singing, Hindustani Classical Singing.

Projects

Master Thesis Project: Investigating Insect Visitation Patterns

Summary

Investigated insect visitation patterns in tansy plants, analyzing chemotype influence using R. Designed and interpreted ecological data for scientific publication.

Bachelor Thesis Project: Chitosan-Collagen Scaffolds

Summary

Designed composite chitosan-collagen scaffolds from biowaste with bioactivity evaluation. Integrated bioinformatics tools including Auto Dock, PredSkin, and BLAST to predict protein interactions and skin sensitization potential. Thesis selected for KSCST State Fellowship Grant and seminar presentation.