Abhishek Sarup

Abhishek Sarup has a diverse background and extensive experience in various roles within the medical and laboratory fields. Abhishek began their career as a Laboratory Assistant at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where they gained experience in behavioral studies and molecular laboratory techniques. Abhishek then worked as a Medical Laboratory Technician at the University of Illinois at Chicago, overseeing operations and supervising students in the Microbiology Department.

Abhishek's expertise in laboratory operations continued to grow as they took on the role of Medical Technologist at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Here, they played a key role in planning and operating an isolation laboratory during the Ebola outbreak. Abhishek also held the position of Medical Technologist II at Rush University Medical Center, where they were responsible for analyzing, troubleshooting, and maintaining various laboratory processes.

In addition to their medical and laboratory experience, Abhishek has also demonstrated an entrepreneurial spirit as the founder of Aqualeaf Organic Company. Through this venture, they utilized indoor environment-controlled hydroponics to revolutionize the food production industry and promote food security and sustainability.

Most recently, Abhishek has been working as the Laboratory Operations Director at Prism Health Lab, where they are responsible for driving efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering innovation. Abhishek'sstrong project management skills allow him to effectively manage multiple concurrent projects and align lab operations with organizational goals.

Abhishek Sarup pursued their education starting in 2004, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2008. Following this, they attended Rush University from 2008 to 2010, where they obtained a Master of Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Science. In addition to their formal education, Abhishek Sarup holds certifications such as the ASCP Certification and the Food Safety Manager certification from the National Restaurant Association.