I am a self-motivated, ambitious, and dedicated graduate with well-developed project management skills and strong analytical abilities, complemented by excellent communication abilities developed through professional experience and academic research in food science and technology. I am currently pursuing the European Master of Science in Sustainable Food Systems Engineering, Technology and Business at KU Leuven, Belgium, after earning a BSc (First Class Honours) in Food Science and Technology from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. I have gained hands-on experience as a teaching assistant, undergraduate researcher, and intern across academia and industry, and I am eager to translate knowledge into practical, market-ready food innovations.

Michelle Shalomi Christopher

I am a self-motivated, ambitious, and dedicated graduate with well-developed project management skills and strong analytical abilities, complemented by excellent communication abilities developed through professional experience and academic research in food science and technology. I am currently pursuing the European Master of Science in Sustainable Food Systems Engineering, Technology and Business at KU Leuven, Belgium, after earning a BSc (First Class Honours) in Food Science and Technology from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. I have gained hands-on experience as a teaching assistant, undergraduate researcher, and intern across academia and industry, and I am eager to translate knowledge into practical, market-ready food innovations.

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I am a self-motivated, ambitious, and dedicated graduate with well-developed project management skills and strong analytical abilities, complemented by excellent communication abilities developed through professional experience and academic research in food science and technology.

I am currently pursuing the European Master of Science in Sustainable Food Systems Engineering, Technology and Business at KU Leuven, Belgium, after earning a BSc (First Class Honours) in Food Science and Technology from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. I have gained hands-on experience as a teaching assistant, undergraduate researcher, and intern across academia and industry, and I am eager to translate knowledge into practical, market-ready food innovations.

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Language

Tamil
Fluent
English
Fluent
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Fluent
Dutch
Beginner

Work Experience

Temporary Demonstrator at Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya
March 2, 2024 - March 2, 2024
Assisted with teaching and lab sessions; supported food science students; facilitated demonstrations.
Intern at ICCA Gribusiness (Pvt) Ltd.
November 1, 2018 - November 1, 2018
Assisted with quality control and production support; exposure to food processing and quality assurance.
Intern at Bank of Ceylon, Wellawatte Super Grade Branch
April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Banking operations exposure; customer service and administrative tasks.
Undergrad Researcher Intern at Department of Food Science and Technology, University of Peradeniya
October 1, 2017 - April 1, 2018
Assisted with research projects in food quality assurance and formulation; conducted data collection and analysis; supported lab activities and experimental setups.
Trainee at Bank of Ceylon, Wellawatte Branch
May 1, 2018 - November 1, 2018
Rotational trainee in banking operations; assisted with customer service, account handling, and back-office processes.
Intern at Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC, Colombo
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025
Banking internship providing exposure to financial services operations and customer engagement.
Intern at ICIC Agribusiness (Pvt) Ltd.
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025
Assisted with agribusiness operations and analytic tasks.
Graduate Teaching Assistant (Temporary Demonstrator) at Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025
Teaching and assisting in Food Science and Technology courses; supported laboratory sessions and student mentoring.
Undergraduate Researcher at CIC Agribusiness (Pvt) Ltd., Palwehara, Dambulla, Sri Lanka
December 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024
Participated in applied research projects related to agribusiness and nutrition; contributed to data collection and analysis.
Trainee at Serendib Flour Mills (Pvt) Ltd., Colombo Port, Sri Lanka
September 1, 2019 - October 31, 2019
Gained exposure to flour milling processes and quality control.
Intern at Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC, Sri Lanka
May 1, 2018 - November 30, 2018
Exposure to banking operations and customer service in a corporate environment.
Trainee at Bank of Ceylon, Wellawatte Super Grade Branch, Sri Lanka
October 1, 2017 - April 30, 2018
Assisted in daily banking operations and customer service.

Education

BSc (Hons) in Food Science and Technology at University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
GCE A/Ls at Hindu Ladies' College, Colombo 06, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
European Master of Science in Sustainable Food Systems Engineering, Technology and Business at KU Leuven, Belgium
January 1, 2025 - November 10, 2025
BSc. (First Class Honours) in Food Science and Technology at University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
GCE A Levels at Hindu Ladies College, Colombo-06, Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - December 13, 2025
GCE O Levels at Hindu Ladies College, Colombo-06, Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - December 13, 2025
BSc (First Class Honours) in Food Science and Technology at University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2024
European Master of Science in Sustainable Food Systems Engineering, Technology and Business at KU Leuven, Belgium
January 1, 2025 - January 13, 2026

Qualifications

Lean Six Sigma White Belt
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Python Programming
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Human Resource Management
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Bachelor of Science (First Class Honours) in Food Science and Technology
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
GCE A Levels
January 11, 2030 - December 13, 2025
GCE O Levels
January 11, 2030 - December 13, 2025
Lean Six Sigma White Belt
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
Python Programming
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
Human Resource Management
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment