Roza Ghaemi

Doctoral-trained engineer and R&D incentives professional with an extensive research background in Biochemical Engineering (10+ years) of experience applying technical expertise across research-intensive academic and digital innovation environments.

Experience with scientific project evaluation, technical documentation, learning technology implementation, and translating complex R&D activities into clearly articulated evidence for funding and compliance purposes. Passionate about bridging technical depth with strategic impact — most recently through supporting innovation initiatives and developing rigorous documentation frameworks in fast-paced, collaborative settings. Proven ability to communicate complex technical and scientific content to non-specialist audiences across academic, government, and private sectors, and to contribute meaningfully to high-stakes deliverables under tight timelines.

Lecturer - University of British Columbia – School of Biomedical Engineering - Vancouver, BC

(2023-01 - 2026-04)

• Developed and instructed modules on thermodynamics for Biomedical Engineering.
• Instructed practical modules on upstream and downstream processing of biopharmaceuticals.
• Integrated quantitative analysis and bioprocess data interpretation into course modules.
• Contributed to continuous curriculum development through TLEF grant applications.

Clinical Post-Doctoral Fellow - University of British Columbia – Bioproducts Institute - Vancouver, BC

(2023-01 - 2023-12)

• Developed and characterized a smart membrane for DMEC replacement, ensuring experimental data integrity and metadata tracking.
• Performed quantitative analysis of biological and material characterization data.
• Coauthored and contributed to CIHR and NSERC funding proposals and ITR Grant with VCHRI.
• Prepared progress reports and compliance documentation to meet granting agency requirements.

Doctor of Philosophy - Biomedical Engineering – Engineering Education - University of British Columbia (2022-12)

Master of Applied Science - Biomedical Engineering – Computational Biology - University of British Columbia (2016-08)

Bachelor of Applied Science - Biomedical Engineering - Biomaterials - Amirkabir University of Technology (2011-08)