Computational Chemistry and Biology | Project Scientist @ SCFBio, IIT Delhi
Professional Experience
Project Scientist
SCFBio | Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
Jun 2024 - Present
I apply virtual screening, docking, and molecular simulations—including enhanced sampling—to study protein-ligand interactions and aid drug design. I also contribute to phytochemical database development and support collaborative projects in CADD and protein aggregation.
Project Student
SCFBio | Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
Jun 2023 - May 2024
Project Title: Repurposing FDA-approved drugs and discovering novel therapeutics utilizing BIMP Phytochemicals for multi drug-resistant Candida auris: In silico insights
Managed Network Expert
Chegg India | Freelance
Sep 2022 - Present
Providing accurate and detailed solutions to chemistry questions as a solver at Chegg.
Subject Matter Expert
Evelyn Learning Systems Pvt. Ltd. | Full time
Feb 2021 - Apr 2022
As a chemistry content writer for an ed-tech firm, I curated and quality-checked study materials for medical and engineering entrance exams.
Education
M.Tech., Molecular Engineering
Dept. of Chemistry | Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
Aug 2022 - May 2024
Coursework: Design And Synthesis, Lab On Synthesis, Cheminformatics, Chemistry Of Industrial Catalysis, Separation And
Electroanalytics, Applications Of P-block Elements, Applied Spectroscopy, Material Characterization, Synthesis Of Industrially
Important Compounds, Instrumentation Laboratory, Chemistry Of Nanostructured Materials, Molecular Modelling And Simulations
Major Project: Repurposing FDA-approved drugs and discovering novel therapeutics utilizing BIMP Phytochemicals for multi drug-resistant Candida auris: In silico insights
M.Sc.
Dept. of Chemistry | Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
Aug 2017 - Jun 2019
B.Sc.
Dept. of Chemistry | Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
Aug 2014 - Jun 2017
Roles and Responsibilities
Event 1: Laboratory Experiment Demonstrator
- Helped manage around 2,000 students from over 40 Delhi-NCR schools at IIT Delhi's Open House, where I demonstrated a chemistry experiment to enhance their awareness of chemistry, alongside team members showcasing other experimental activities.
Event 2: Resource person at One week Workshop on Advanced Drug designing and Computational Biology 2024 at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.
- Delivered a lecture and hands-on sessions during a one-week program, engaging with participants by addressing their questions and resolving technical challenges.
Event 3: Resource person at One day Workshop on Recent Trends in Computational Chemistry and Drug Designing 2025 at Gargi College, University of Delhi, New Delhi.
Conducted a one-day hands-on session on Linux and AMBER-based protein-ligand simulations, actively supporting participants with queries and technical issues.
Event 4: Invited as a judge at Apeejay School, Saket, New Delhi for “Eco-Tech Creations: Science in Play” during Vichitra Vigyaan– A Science and Technology Fest 2024.
- Judged student projects focused on scientific creativity, innovation, and sustainability, providing feedback and encouragement during a 2024 Science and Technology Fest.