Ensieh Kheirolahi

Molecular Biologist and PhD Candidate in Virology with academic training in Microbiology, Microbial Biotechnology, and Virology, and extensive laboratory experience in molecular biology, microbiology, and diagnostic laboratory environments. Skilled in a wide range of molecular and cellular techniques, including PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, cloning, Western blotting, immunofluorescence (IIF), and cell culture (bacterial and mammalian). Experienced in research & development (R&D), quality assurance (QA), and diagnostic laboratory workflows, with strong competence in laboratory documentation and motivated to contribute to research and industrial biotechnology settings with a strong focus on accuracy and scientific rigor.

PhD Candidate in Virology at University of Bremen (2023-01 – Present)

• Conducting independent research in virology and molecular biology
• Performing molecular and cell-based laboratory techniques, including cell culture, cell infection, transfection, indirect immunofluorescent assay, and DNA extraction
• Supervising and training Bachelor's and Master's students in laboratory techniques and experimental workflows
• Supporting experimental design and coordination of student research projects
• Collaborating within an academic research environment and contributing to laboratory organization

Quality Assurance Specialist at Nobel Medical Laboratory (2021-12 – 2022-04)

• Worked with ISO 15189-based quality management processes in a diagnostic laboratory environment
• Prepared and maintained laboratory documentation and SOPs in accordance with quality standards and inspection requirements
• Supported internal and external audits, including organization of documentation and follow-up of findings
• Assisted in handling non-conformities and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Contributed to continuous improvement activities within ISO 15189, ISO 10002, and ISO 10004 quality systems

Research & Development Coordinator (R&D) at Nobel Medical Laboratory (2019-01 – 2021-12)

• Led and coordinated R&D activities within the laboratory, ensuring alignment with project timelines and strategic objectives
• Managed and supervised staff to ensure effective execution of project-based experimental work and daily R&D tasks
• Supported development and implementation of new diagnostic tests and laboratory methods
• Monitored project progress, ensured resource allocation and task prioritization across ongoing R&D projects

Research and development (R&D) specialist at Cyto Matin Gene Company (CMG) (2017-11 – 2019-12)

• Designed and contributed to development of diagnostic IIF kits based on Crithidia fasciculata for research and laboratory applications
• Participated in development of DNA extraction kits and related molecular biology workflows for protozoan-based assays
• Coordinated and supervised project-based laboratory work, ensuring task allocation and execution by technical staff according to project plans
• Supported development and optimization of experimental protocols for assay performance and reproducibility
• Conducted laboratory-based method development and feasibility testing for new diagnostic products
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to translate research concepts into applicable diagnostic tools

PhD in Virology – University of Bremen (2023-01 – 2026-12)

M.Sc. in Microbial Biotechnology – University of Shahrekord (2013-09 – 2016)

B.Sc. in Cellular and Molecular Biology (Microbiology) – University of Isfahan (2007-07 – 2011)