Karishma Desai
About Karishma Desai
Karishma Desai is an HRIS and Operations Specialist at Alkermes in Waltham, Massachusetts, with a background in HR and talent acquisition roles.
Current Role and Responsibilities at Alkermes
Karishma Desai currently holds the position of HRIS and Operations Specialist at Alkermes in Waltham, Massachusetts. Her role involves managing Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and overseeing operations to ensure efficient workflow and data management. She has implemented a new HRIS system that streamlined employee data management and improved reporting accuracy. Additionally, she has organized and led multiple employee engagement initiatives that resulted in a 20% increase in employee satisfaction scores.
Previous Roles at Alkermes
Karishma Desai's journey at Alkermes began in 2018 as an HR Assistant in Talent Acquisition. She then transitioned to the role of Talent Acquisition Coordinator from 2019 to 2020, and later served as HRIS and Benefits Associate from 2020 to 2021. During these roles, she played a key role in the successful integration of a new benefits management system and developed training sessions on HRIS functionalities for over 100 employees. She earned the 'Employee of the Month' award for her outstanding performance in HR operations.
Work Experience Before Alkermes
Before joining Alkermes, Karishma Desai gained valuable experience at Nitto Denko Avecia Inc. as a Talent Acquisition Coordinator from 2017 to 2018. She also worked as a Human Resources Intern at Providence College for four months in 2017 and served as a Group Fitness Instructor from 2015 to 2017. Her early roles included working as a server at Derek's Steak and Seafood and as a Coach for Sky Hawks Sports Camp. She also volunteered at the Millis Food Pantry from 2010 to 2013.
Educational Background
Karishma Desai studied Psychology at Providence College, where she earned her degree in Psychology from 2013 to 2017. During her time at Providence College, she also gained experience working at the information desk and as a Group Fitness Instructor. Her educational background in psychology provides a strong foundation for her HR and operations roles, enabling her to understand and manage employee behaviors and needs effectively.
Certifications and Professional Development
Karishma Desai is certified in Advanced HRIS Management from a recognized HR certification body. This certification underscores her expertise in managing and optimizing HRIS for better workforce management. She has also presented at the annual HR Technology Conference on the topic of 'Optimizing HRIS for Better Workforce Management,' sharing her knowledge and experiences with peers and industry professionals.