• Led Bioprocessing R&D effort• Built and manage a Bioprocessing team comprising Fermentation, DSP, and Analytical chemistry functions• Worked on upstream and downstream process development activities for recombinant food protein production• Led the method and technology transfer activities with CROs and CDMOs for both up and down stream processes; managed engineering run qualification• Managed initial budget, procuring 2.2 million of laboratory equipment, installing it in a new facility and configured resource-optimal workflows

• Led and managed laboratory automation solution and projects from start to completion; planned projects and experiments, and ensured project deliverables are met• Developed and implemented assays and methods on fully-automated robotic systems • Designed and implemented data flow and data analysis tool for HTS (high throughput screening)• Managed procuring 0.5 to 3 million laboratory automation system, installing it in a new facility and configured resource-optimal workflows• Responsible for maintaining automation equipment; worked with vendors and service providers to ensure timely system repair, coordinated PM and repair visits