Dhiraj Gautam

I completed my Ph.D. (Plant Pathology) from Oklahoma State University. I have 6 years of food microbiology experience including Ph.D. research on fresh produce contamination with Salmonella. I did my undergrad on agriculture which covered all courses including; entomology, plant pathology, nutrition, horticulture, soil science, botany, farm machinery, agronomy, animal husbandry, crop production, plant breeding, animal nutrition and fodder production, statistics, biochemistry, etc. I like to learn new things and looking for job in Fresno County, California.

Innovative Plant Pathologist/Food Microbiologist with extensive research experience in field, greenhouse, and laboratory on disease causing fungi and bacteria (including human pathogenic). Proven ability to work independently and in collaboration with individuals from various backgrounds.  Over three years of supervisory and four years of teaching experience. 

• Proven ability to complete tasks efficiently on time
• Research design, data collection and analysis, interpretation and presentation
• Proficient in laboratory skills and handle and take care of lab equipment
• Experience in collaboration, supervision and mentoring
• Enthusiastic, perceptive, organized, able to multitask, work under pressure, and leadership experience

Ph.D. in Plant Pathology, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK                                  2013 M.S. in Plant Pathology, Tribhuvan University, Nepal                                                            2005  B.S. in Agriculture (Plant Pathology), Tribhuvan University, Nepal                                     2000