I have over 10 years of experience in quality assurance, process development, and R&D. I have worked across various industries, including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and food sciences, specializing in optimizing production processes, managing QC laboratories, and ensuring regulatory compliance with cGMP standards.With a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry and extensive hands-on experience, I have contributed to significant advancements in protein production, chitosan extraction, and peptide synthesis. I have held leadership roles, managing teams, implementing quality management systems, and leading internal and external audits.My background also includes project management, strategic planning, and cross-cultural collaboration. Fluent in French, Norwegian, and English, I thrive in international environments, combining scientific expertise with practical engineering solutions to drive process improvements and regulatory excellence.Currently, I provide consulting services at Process Engineering AS – Oslo, Norway.Previously, as QA/QC Manager at Biotec BetaGlucans AS, I managed the QC lab, ensuring cGMP compliance, equipment calibration, and maintaining the Quality Management System. I oversaw audits, collaborated with suppliers and customers, and trained staff on quality assurance practices, which improved operational efficiency and compliance.At Nofima, as a postdoctoral researcher, I focused on proteins, peptides, and low molecular weight components, developing solutions for their characterization and processing. My research enhanced product quality and bioavailability while expanding market opportunities. I also secured project grants and contributed to advancements in taste, smell, and functional properties.During my time at Chitinor, I scaled up laboratory processes for chitosan production from squid pen and shrimp shell, optimizing production and securing funding. At Marealis, I optimized production processes for peptides from shrimp shell, working with R&D teams to scale lab processes to full-scale production, improving yields and efficiency.