Scientific Consulting & Education

Transforming Complex Science
into Accessible Learning

Specializing in clinical microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and AI-ready biomedical education — for EdTech platforms, researchers, and healthcare organizations.

🏆 O-1A Extraordinary Ability 10+ Years Research Sunnyvale, CA Remote Available
10+
Validated Molecular Diagnostic Assays Developed
10+
Years in Translational & Infectious Disease Research
4
High-Impact Publications incl. Communications Biology
AI/ML
Biomedical Data Annotation & Clinical Microbiology SME
SC
  • Ph.D. Microbiology, University of Calcutta
  • R&D Scientist, IGeneX Inc. (2021–2025)
  • Research Associate, Univ. of South Carolina
  • Associate Editor, Open Biology Journal
  • Peer Reviewer, Frontiers in Microbiology
  • ASM & National Science Congress Member

A scientist translating complex biology
into accessible learning

I am a translational biomedical scientist with expertise in infectious diseases and molecular diagnostics, with experience spanning academia, industry, and clinical research. My work focuses on transforming complex biological knowledge into clinically meaningful insights and scalable educational content.

Following a recent transition in my career, I have been exploring new ways to apply my scientific training beyond traditional lab roles — particularly in EdTech, biomedical content development, and AI-driven learning platforms.

With over a decade of experience — including assay development at IGeneX, microbiome research at the University of South Carolina, and doctoral research on antibiotic resistance at the University of Calcutta (NICED-ICMR) — I bring both scientific depth and real-world application to educational content. I collaborate with EdTech companies, researchers, clinicians, and data science teams to develop accurate, accessible, and high-impact biomedical learning resources.

Molecular Diagnostics ddPCR / qPCR Biomedical Education EdTech Content Host–Pathogen Biology Antibiotic Resistance Microbiome Analysis AI/ML Annotation Clinical Microbiology

What I offer

Tailored scientific consulting and education services across three core areas — whether you're an individual researcher, an EdTech platform, or a commercial organization.

🎯

1:1 Consultation

Direct expert guidance for researchers, students, and professionals navigating clinical, translational, or biomedical education questions.

  • Research design & methodology review
  • Assay troubleshooting & optimization
  • Scientific career guidance (PhD/postdoc)
  • Manuscript & grant review
  • Biomedical curriculum & content advice
Ideal for: Individuals, Researchers, Students
🧪

Custom Research & Education Projects

End-to-end scientific support or educational content creation — from concept to deliverable — tailored to your timeline and scope.

  • Biomedical curriculum & course content development
  • Literature review & scientific summaries
  • AI/ML biomedical dataset curation & annotation
  • Microbiome / bioinformatics analysis
  • Translational research planning
Ideal for: Individual Labs, Academic Groups, EdTech Platforms
🏢

Commercial Consulting

Strategic and scientific consulting for biotech, diagnostics, EdTech, and healthcare companies requiring deep domain expertise.

  • Biomedical EdTech content strategy & SME advisory
  • Molecular diagnostic program development
  • AI/ML dataset design for biomedical products
  • Clinical microbiology SME for learning platforms
  • R&D team scientific support
Ideal for: EdTech, Biotech, Diagnostics, Healthcare Orgs

Transparent, flexible pricing

Accessible pricing designed to reflect both the value of 10+ years of specialist expertise and the diverse range of clients — from individual students to commercial organizations. All engagements begin with a free 15-minute discovery call.

💡 Note on pricing: Individual rates are intentionally accessible for students and early-career researchers. INR equivalents are shown for convenience. Commercial rates reflect the US market benchmark for PhD-level clinical and biomedical consulting.

Starter
Discovery Session
$40
per session (60 min) · ≈ ₹3,300
A focused one-hour consultation for specific research questions, career guidance, methodology review, or biomedical education queries.
  • 1×60-min video session
  • Written summary notes
  • Up to 3 follow-up email Q&As
  • Resource/paper recommendations
Best for: Students, early-career researchers, one-off questions.
Book This
Custom
Project Collaboration
$300
per project · ≈ ₹25,000
A defined deliverable: literature review, biomedical curriculum module, bioinformatics analysis report, or data annotation task.
  • Scoping call + written proposal
  • Full project deliverable (report/document)
  • Revision round included
  • Timeline: typically 2–4 weeks
  • IP / NDA available on request
Final scope confirmed after discovery call.
Get a Quote
Advisory
Expert Hour
$100
per hour
On-demand expert consultation for your commercial team — EdTech content, R&D, clinical microbiology SME, or AI/ML biomedical advisory.
  • Single or multi-hour engagements
  • Molecular diagnostics & microbiology SME
  • AI/ML biomedical dataset advisory
  • EdTech curriculum & content strategy
  • Written notes post-session · NDA available
Minimum 2-hour booking for commercial clients. Invoiced monthly for recurring engagements.
Book This
Custom
Commercial Project
$2,000+
per project
Full-scope project delivery: biomedical course development, assay strategy, dataset curation, or clinical content for AI/ML platforms.
  • Discovery call + Statement of Work
  • Dedicated project management
  • Full written deliverable
  • Milestone-based payments available
  • IP ownership transferred to client
  • Post-delivery support (2 weeks)
Scoped individually. Contact to discuss your project requirements.
Get a Quote

Deep domain knowledge

Areas where I can provide the highest-value scientific guidance, backed by peer-reviewed publications and industry experience.

01

Molecular Diagnostics

Development and validation of 10+ clinical molecular assays including ddPCR, qPCR, and SARS-CoV-2 detection. Specialised in tick-borne pathogen diagnostics and assay optimization for clinical applications.

02

Host–Pathogen Biology & Antimicrobial Resistance

Doctoral-level expertise in antibiotic resistance mechanisms — efflux pumps, OMV-mediated gene transfer, PFGE, MLST — with extensive work on nosocomial pathogens including Acinetobacter baumannii.

03

Microbiome & Translational Research

Metagenomics, resistome analysis (DESeq2, EdgeR), and gut microbiome profiling. Research connecting microbial profiles to inflammatory disease states in models like Gulf War Illness.

04

AI/ML Biomedical Data Annotation

Subject Matter Expert for large-scale clinical microbiology dataset annotation for AI/ML applications. Microbial taxonomy curation, host-pathogen interaction content, and academic curriculum design.

Selected publications

Peer-reviewed research underpinning the expertise brought to every consulting engagement.

Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy
Acinetobacter baumannii transfers blaNDM-1 gene via outer membrane vesicles
Chatterjee S., Mondal A., Mitra S., Basu S. — 2017
IF: 5.19
Communications Biology (Nature Portfolio)
Host gut resistome in Gulf War chronic multi-symptom illness correlates with persistent inflammation
Bose D.*, Chatterjee S.* et al. — 2022 (*equal contribution)
IF: 6.27
View full publication list on Google Scholar →

Start with a free
discovery call

Every engagement begins with a complimentary 15-minute call to understand your needs and confirm I'm the right fit. No obligation — just a conversation.

📍
Sunnyvale, California · Remote worldwide
Send an enquiry
I respond within 1–2 business days.