Abdullah Mahmud Al Rafat
MSc-trained biologist and permanent resident of Canada with 9+ years of experience from hands-on bench work to manufacturing operations
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MSc-trained biologist and permanent resident of Canada with 9+ years of experience from hands-on bench work to manufacturing operations. Experienced coordinating both research and production units across biotech industry (Canada & abroad). Skilled in project planning, coordinating, standardizing documentation, and presenting concise updates to leadership/sponsors.
Known for cross-functional collaboration with QA-QC, Supply Chain, Regulatory affairs and Manufacturing. Possesses a strong commitment to respect and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Experience
Senior Executive (Lead, CMC R&D) at Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (2024-06 – 2026-04)
- Supervise research planning, methodology development for cell culture-based research projects.
- Track R&D project updates and lead cross-functional team (R&D, Manufacturing, QA/QC, Regulatory affairs).
- Coordinated multi-stream GMP manufacturing programs and production-support tasks; aligned study plans with batch schedules and material readiness.
- Supervise and lead USP and DSP tech transfer and scale-up design from R&D to GMP unit. Plan facility modification as needed in accordance with regulatory compliance.
- Literature review, authored/reviewed SOPs, STPs, BMR, risk assessment, FMEA matrix, CAPA, change control, study plans, and batch/study records; maintained inspection-ready documentation and version control.
- Led weekly updates for directors/sponsors; maintained action logs, risks, and dependencies to keep milestones on track.
- Coordinate with international research collaborators from different countries (e.g. Canada, UK, Italy & USA)
- Work with senior leaderships for audit preparation, production forecast, budget management, market demand analysis.
Research Associate at SignalChem Biotech Inc. (2023-06 – 2024-04)
- Design downstream purification protocol for Histidine (HIS) and Glutathione−Agarose (GST) tagged recombinant protein.
- Bridged daily lab tasks with operations needs: coordinated inventory, cold-chain storage, and labeling to support run readiness.
- Maintained accurate records (LIMS/logs), prepared concise run summaries, and escalated issues to supervisors for resolution.
- Trained and guided co-op staff on SOP adherence, data integrity, and safety culture; supported continuous-improvement suggestions.
Senior Scientist (R&D) at Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (2015-04 – 2021-04)
- Upstream and downstream bioprocess design, optimization at pilot scale and scale-up to industrial scale.
- Prepare cell and virus bank for long term storage and regular use in R&D and GMP floor.
- Oversaw upstream and downstream and formulation development and supported tech transfer to GMP; coordinated production operations with QA/QC and Manufacturing.
- Literature review, standardized internal practice for regulatory compliance and documentation practices; collaborated on batch readiness and release records.
- Partnered with Supply Chain on materials planning and traceability; ensured alignment between lab studies and production timelines.
Education
Master of Science (MSc) in Microbiology & Immunology – Dalhousie University (2023)
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering – Khulna University (2013)
