Jigar Patel
About Jigar Patel
Jigar Patel is a CAR-T QC-Molecular Bioanalytics professional at Bristol-Myers Squibb with extensive experience in molecular and NGS-based assays, and a background in research at Immucor, Inc.
Company
Jigar Patel is currently employed at Bristol-Myers Squibb, located in Summit, NJ. He holds the position of CAR-T QC-Molecular Bioanalytics, where his work reflects specialization in molecular bioanalytics techniques and practices.
Previous Employment at Immucor, Inc.
Jigar Patel accumulated significant experience at Immucor, Inc. across various roles. From 2014 to 2019, he functioned as a Research Scientist I. Preceding this, he held the position of Associate Research Scientist from 2010 to 2014. His career at Immucor began as an R&D Intern from 2009 to 2010, in Warren, NJ.
Education and Expertise
Jigar Patel earned a Bachelor's degree in Biology, General, from Kean University. With substantial knowledge in executing Molecular & NGS-based assays, he brings expertise in polymer-coated microarray slide fabrication for protein-based assays and both auto and manual DNA extraction techniques. His technical proficiency extends to operating automated liquid handling systems and adhering to FDA regulatory practices.
Experience in Laboratory Practices
Jigar Patel is skilled in practicing GLP, GDP, and HSE standards. His meticulous documentation in lab notebooks underscores his attention to detail. He effectively collaborates with QC/QA teams, addressing Out of Specification (OOS) results, implementing Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), and troubleshooting customer complaints.
Proficiency in Laboratory Instruments and Software
Jigar Patel is adept at using a range of laboratory instruments including PCR thermocyclers, confocal and fluorescent microscopes, Nanodrop, ellipsometer, Genepix 4300 microarray scanner, labstar glow box with anti-chamber, UV/VIS imaging, and Boekel Oven. Additionally, he is proficient in Microsoft Office applications and familiar with MS Power BI for reporting and data analysis.