Scientist/Biologist | Biotechnology & Bio innovation at Cambridge Consultants (2025-02 – Present)
Contributed to multiple client projects across different domains, working collaboratively to accelerate progress and ensure on-time delivery of high-quality results
- Constructed and evaluated plasmid systems to support recombinant protein expression in mammalian cells.
- Maintained and transfected mammalian cell lines (CHO, HEK)
- Built and adapted a laboratory setup by integrating existing SOPs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, and enabling timely delivery of study data
- Designed and assembled an E. coli–Bacillus shuttle vector for plasmid propagation, optimized luminescence-based assays to improve experimental reliability, and further refined the assay to reduce reagent usage and lower costs
- Overcame a known challenge in Bacillus DNA extraction by developing a novel approach, enabling successful sequencing with sufficient DNA yield despite prior difficulties.
- Contributed technical insight to advisory engagements by conducting in-depth competitive landscape and technology assessments, identifying strategic opportunities, and guiding the team's recommendations for client growth
- Developing and optimising Tecan Fluent/ Pickolo colony picking scripts and protocols to enable non-expert users to operate the system independently.
- In addition to biological projects, I also contributed to engineering tasks, quickly adapting to new fields, collaborating with engineers, and providing testing and troubleshooting support as needed.
Senior Research Associate | Antibody Discovery at Agenus UK Ltd (2023-01 – 2024-12)
- Extensive experience in phage display, particularly with ScFv formats, with the ability to independently perform selections of antibody formats for diverse targets.
- Skilled in identifying and characterizing lead clones from phage display campaigns through high-throughput screening techniques (e.g., off-rate measurements by SPR) to advance drug discovery programs.
- Proficient in molecular biology techniques, including cloning, PCR, and sequence analysis.
- Experience with SPR techniques as tools for screening antibody-antigen interactions, utilizing platforms such as Biacore T200 and Biacore 8K.
- Experienced in constructing affinity-matured libraries to enhance antibody performance.
- Effective team player with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals.
- Competent in presenting data at local, company-wide, and external collaborator meetings.
- Authored and optimized protocols to improve experimental workflows, ensuring efficiency and reproducibility.
- Identified optimization opportunities in phage display workflows, iteratively testing new strategies to refine clone selection, enhancing my ability to adapt and optimize experimental protocols.
- Skilled in utilizing liquid handling automation systems (e.g., Bravo, Tecan Evo, Mantis) to efficiently complete high-volume tasks with accuracy and productivity.
Research Associate | DNA Pipeline Team at Agenus UK Ltd (2021-08 – 2022-12)
- Skilled in performing cloning techniques, including Golden Gate, Gibson, NEB Assembly, and bacterial transformation, to produce high-quality constructs.
- Experienced in executing manual and automated high-throughput DNA extraction methods to ensure reliable results.
- Proficient in creating scripts for automation systems to perform DNA extraction and IgG conversion with improved efficiency.
- Adept at analysing sequencing data to validate the accuracy of DNA constructs and ensure experimental success.
- Skilled in designing primers for cloning and mutagenesis to support genetic engineering projects.
- Experienced in developing adapters to optimize and streamline experimental workflows.
Biology Technician at Lex Diagnostics (2021-05 – 2021-08)
- Conducted routine lab tests and experiments.
- Maintained and prepared laboratory equipment.
- Assisted in sample collection, preparation, and analysis.
- Performed molecular biology techniques, including PCR and gel electrophoresis.
- Recorded and analysed data, maintaining detailed lab records.
- Managed lab inventory and supplies.
PCR Scientist at Charles River Laboratories (2021-03 – 2021-04)
- Set up RT-PCR reactions, including manual and automated plate preparation.
- Operated qPCR instruments and benchtop automation equipment.
- Prepared PCR reaction mixtures and controls.
- Conducted root cause analysis of errors or problems.
Sample Preparation Scientist at Charles River Laboratories (collaborating with AstraZeneca, GSK, and the University of Cambridge) (2020-08 – 2021-12)
- Worked in a BSL2 lab with human biological specimens.
- Followed SOPs to process and identify compromised samples.
- Completed viral inactivation steps.
- Tracked samples using LIMS and liquid handling automation.
Research in Rare Diseases and MicroRNA at Drishti Discoveries (2020-06 – 2020-08)
Competitive Analysis Intern at Enhance 3D Genomics (2020-06 – 2020-08)
- Analysed different pharma companies and their techniques.
- Identified key strategies for success and technique improvements.
Volunteer Research Assistant at Anglia Ruskin University (2019-06 – 2020-03)
- Investigated antimicrobial resistance mechanisms in Salmonella spp.
First ARU BMSS Conference Poster Presentation at Anglia Ruskin University (2018-12 – 2018-12)
- Presented research on bioprinting.
Biomedical Science Day Research at Anglia Ruskin University (2018-07 – 2018-07)
- Researched stem cell applications and regulations in Hungary.
