Soumya M P
PhD in Biotechnology | Specialized in Microbial Fermentation Tech, DoE, Process Optimization, & Scale-up | Expert in Recombinant Protein Production, Downstream Processing & Analytical Testing | Published Researcher
- Role
- Senior Scientist at BacAlt
- Location
- Bengaluru, KA, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Soumya M P
Biotechnologist with 7+ years of expertise in fermentation technology, bioprocess development, and industrial biotechnology. Combining doctoral research experience from CSIR-NIIST with valuable industry exposure at Novonesis (formerly Novozymes), I specialize in:• Fermentation Process Development & Scale-up • Microbial Strain Engineering & Optimization • Downstream Processing & Product Recovery• Recombinant Protein Expression & Purification• High-throughput Screening & Process Automation • Enzyme Technology & BiocatalysisKey achievements include: Developed novel sustainable bioconversion processes reducing raw material costs by 20% Engineered microbial strains achieving 35% yield enhancement in metabolite production Published 5 peer-reviewed papers on bioprocess optimization and fermentation technology Successfully scaled up laboratory processes to pilot production while maintaining efficiencyGained expertise in advanced techniques like molecular biology, protein expression, bioinformatics, and downstream processing.Technical expertise includes:• Precision Fermentation & Bioprocess Control • Molecular Biology & Protein Expression • Analytical Methods (HPLC, LC-MS, GC-MS, FTIR, NMR etc) • Bioinformatics & Data Analysis • cGMP & Quality Management SystemsIn my recent experience at AirZyme, as a biotechnology specialist, I contributed to bioprocess development and enzyme technologies for sustainable carbon capture technologies, leveraging experience in industrial biotechnology and process development. Keywords: Fermentation Technology, Bioprocess Development, Scale-up, Downstream Processing, Strain Engineering, Process Optimization, Industrial Biotechnology, Enzyme Technology, Microbial Production, Sustainable Manufacturing, Food Science, Alternate ProteinWith this strong foundation in research and industrial collaboration, I am eager to contribute to the biotech, food, or sustainable industries, particularly in roles that involve bioprocess development, fermentation optimization, enzyme technology or food science. I thrive in cross-functional, multicultural teams, and I’m driven by the challenge of solving complex problems with innovative, scalable solutions. Open to new opportunities with industry focus: Industrial Biotechnology, Food & Beverage, Sustainable Bioprocessing, Enzyme Technology. Let’s connect to explore how we can collaborate to create a sustainable future
Experience
Senior Scientist
Mar 2026 — Present · Bengaluru, IN
Working on the development of sustainable bioprocesses to convert agri-industrial waste into high-value biomaterials. My role involves microbial fermentation, bioprocess optimization, and experimental process development to support new product discovery and scalable biomanufacturing solutions.Focus: Fermentation | Bioprocess Development | Industrial Biotechnology | Genetic Engineering | New Product Development
Education
Kongunadu Arts and Science College (Autonomous), Bharathiyar University
Bachelor's degree, Biotechnology
Kongunadu Arts and Science College (Autonomous), Bharathiyar University
Master's degree in Biotechnology, Biotechnology
2012 — 2014
CSIR-National Institute For Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST), Trivandrum
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Biology/Biological Sciences, General
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