I collaborate with biotechnology and molecular diagnostics organizations to transform innovative ideas into market-ready solutions.- Lead projects from concept to commercialization, ensuring successful market delivery of innovative diagnostic solutions.- Design and implement massively scalable, robust NGS pipelines and platforms for clinical microbial genomics and genomic epidemiology applications (e.g., processing hundreds of samples within 1 hour).- Develop pathogen surveillance strategies using advanced techniques for proactive and rapid response to health threats.- Integrate bioinformatics into existing lab workflows, enhancing operational effectiveness and data accuracy.- Maintain scalable, high-performance technology infrastructures, ensuring compliance with SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and HIPAA.- Utilize advanced analytics to generate real-time health data insights, enabling informed decisions and improved patient outcomes.

- Led and supported the BioIT team (8 people), overseeing recruitment, training, and supervision to build a high-performing team.- Served as Product Owner for ARESdb & AREScloud, designing and enhancing innovative solutions for drug response prediction and outbreak detection.- Continuously improved efficiency of commercial operations (change management), resulting in a €300K annual cost savings and a 65% increase in BioIT revenue.- Supported grant applications and assisted Business Development to acquire high-value commercial projects in the pharmaceutical and diagnostic space, contributing to €7M in funding.- Managed the acquisition and maintenance of SOC 2 Type 2 and HIPAA compliance.- Coordinated and managed multidisciplinary projects (pharma, grant, R&D).- Represented the company to business partners, customers, and at conferences such as ECCMID.- Played a key role in identifying and negotiating with potential acquirers of Ares, contributing to the successful sale of Ares' IP to bioMérieux, facilitating a smooth acquisition.

- Led the internal R&D and implementation of the ONT sequencing platform.- Developed NGS bioinformatic pipelines for pathogen identification and characterization.- Conducted marker discovery studies using genomic data and biostatistical methods.- Supported the AWS DevOps & AWS Infrastructure maintenance, ensuring 99.9% uptime and scalability for the entire portfolio.- Contributed to the development of the AREScloud API.- Supported collaborations with key opinion leaders, industrial partners, and academic partners.- Established a comprehensive and functional registry of sequencing data, enabling efficient data retrieval and analysis for ongoing projects.

- Orchestrated the sequencing service business, driving operational efficiency and increasing service capacity by 40%- Led and executed the ongoing R&D work for an AMR surveillance panel (ARESasp) on native patient samples, resulting in a 25% improvement in detection accuracy.- Programmed and implemented a sample tracking system for the service business, reducing sample processing time by 15%.- Liaised between the bioinformatics and lab teams to optimize and automate workflows, enhancing productivity and reducing manual errors.- Implemented and managed QM standards (ISO 9001/ISO 15189).- Designed and implemented research protocols; collected, prepared & analyzed data.- Managed laboratory stocks and periodic equipment maintenance, ensuring uninterrupted laboratory operations.

- Developed amplification and detection methods for antibiotic resistance (AR) genes, enhancing the accuracy and speed of AR gene identification.- Exhibited expertise in nucleic acid interactions, bioinformatics, and machine learning to combine in vitro and in silico methods, thereby reducing R&D costs by 75%.- Elucidated primer-dimer forming mechanisms through molecular dynamics simulations, sequencing, and qPCR, improving assay specificity 5%.- Developed a 45-plex PCR assay for the cultivation-independent detection of AR in sepsis.- Created a novel solid-phase PCR assay on gold surfaces for AR detection, providing a rapid diagnostic tool.- Developed a label-free technique using G-quadruplex DNAzymes for detecting of AR genes.- Developed a public app (Python, Django) for the in silico optimization of multiplex assays.- Managed 4 research projects in parallel, all as part of a bigger EU H2020 research project.- Disseminated results in 6+ peer-reviewed journals and at international conferences.- Led and trained a team of 5 students, ensuring that deadlines and budget goals are met.- Delivered results regularly on time for deliverables, periodic reports, and internal meetings.- Exchanged results on an international level between collaborating research groups.- Communicated and persuaded results to various audiences clearly and concisely.

- Expertise in virology, cell biology, and internalization pathways.- Researched the uncoating pathways of human rhinoviruses (HRV)- Identified the uncoating mechanism of HRV-A89, a therapeutic target for the common cold.- Studied the exit of viral RNA and tracked uncoating intermediates - Supervised bachelor students and ensured their results.- Published results in the Journal of Virology.

- Mentored students during their first lab courses to acquire scientific and analytical skills.- Assisted the teaching staff by preparing the course and the materials.- Graded students, corrected their protocols, and reported to the staff.

- Clarified the internalization routes and kinetics of human rhinoviruses (HRV).- Performed virology and cell biology assays.- Set up a collaboration to continue the project with my master thesis in a different lab.- Taught students of different backgrounds (medicine), overcoming subject-specific barriers.

- Took care of routine laboratory tasks and managed laboratory resources.- Extensive beta-testing and database filling of the PeptideManager software.- Contributed to the validation of protein biomarkers for early diagnosis of lung cancer.

- Identified altered expression profiles of microRNAs in blood from minors with brain tumors.- Prepared and reported the data (normalization, statistical analysis, presentation).- Discovered potential blood microRNAs as biomarkers for pediatric brain tumors.

- Worked as a field worker in the "Quality and Costs of Primary Care in Europe" study.- Supported clinical research associates in their daily duties.- Took care of administrative duties (translation, verification, and digitization of CRFs and ICs).