Laboratory Assistant
Pritee Rahul Navghare
pritee[dot]navghare[at]iitb[dot]ac[dot]in
Materials Characterization Laboratory II- 022-2159 6765,Dual Vacuum HR Scanning Electron Microscope Facility-022-2159-3658
Materials characterisation Lab 2, Dual Vacuum HR SEM, LFA for Thermal Diffusivity
Materials Characterization Laboratory II,
B-05, Basement, New Computer Centre Building,
IIT Bombay, Powai, Mumbai- 400 076,
Maharashtra, India
Dual Vacuum HR Scanning Electron Microscope Facility,
G-030 Ground Floor, Metallurgical Engineering & Materials Science (MEMS),
IIT Bombay, Powai, Mumbai- 400 076,
Maharashtra, India
Academic Background:
Diploma in Industrial Electronics, Government Polytechnic, Mumbai, Maharashtra (2001)
Bachelor of Humanities and Social Science (Economics), YCMOU, Nasik, Maharashtra (2009)
Professional Profile / Expertise:
Laboratory professional with experience, in supporting scientific research facilities. Skilled in Scanning Electron Microscopy, Thermal Analysis, and laboratory operations. Responsible for user training, external sample coordination, procurement, and maintenance of advanced analytical instruments.
Technical Skills & Machine Handling :
• Dual Vacuum HR Scanning Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS) and Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD)
• Thermal Analysis
• Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)
• Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
• Differential Thermal Analysis (DTA)
• Laser Flash Analysis for Thermal Conductivity CSIF Facility (Formerly)
Work Experience
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay | Laboratory Assistant
2009 – Present | Mumbai
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay | Technical Assistant
2004 – 2009 | Mumbai
• Instruments handling and operations
• User Training and Technical demonstration
• Procurement and Vendor Coordination
• Safety Procedures & Calibration
• Research Facility Operations (CSIF)
Previous Roles
• Laboratory Assistant, SNDT College of Engineering, Juhu (2003–2004)
• Sales Coordinator, Hitech Tele Systems Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai (2002–2003)
• Quality Control Engineer, Dyna High-Tech Power Systems, Vashi (2001–2002)
Contributions:
• Contributed to setting up and commissioning research laboratories, documentation of laboratory manuals, active participation in art exhibitions, cultural programs and conferences.
Awards & Recognitions:
Safety Excellence Recognition: Awarded for the best safety poster during Safety Week (2025), demonstrating a proactive approach to workplace safety culture.
Nominated for "Activity based Experiential Learning Programme", conducted by High Places Management Pvt. Ltd. from Pune (India), Pioneers and leaders in the field of Outbound Experiential Learning (2024)