Delfina Ensinck

PhD in Biological Sciences

Spain

About

I am a research scientist with extensive experience in Molecular Biology and Microbioloy. Adept at project management, mentoring, and collaboration in multidisciplinary settings, I am dedicated to conducting high-quality science while actively fostering an inclusive work environment.

Experience

  • Research Technical Staff at Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG)
    Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

  • Laboratory Instructor at Universidad Nacional de Rosario
    Oct 2019 - Sep 2024 · 5 yrs

    • Planned and optimized the activities developed during the course • Provided 150+ hours of laboratory sessions in Cell Biology annually, managing a classroom of 20+ students. • Assessed and evaluated students' performance • Mentored 20+ undergraduate-teaching assistants.

  • Senior Research Scientist at Exomas
    Nov 2023 - Jul 2024 · 9 mos

    • Led the downstream processing (DSP) of extracellular vesicles (EVs) from 5+ different origins. • Maintained cell lines and Neural Stem Cell cultures. • Managed supplier relationships and external service providers. • Actively engaged in weekly team meetings, taking part of decision-making.

  • Doctoral Researcher at Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology of Rosario (IBR-CONICET-UNR)
    Apr 2017 - Mar 2024 · 7 yrs

    • Led scientific projects from literature review to execution and data analysis, resulting in 3 peer-reviewed Q1 articles. • Advanced knowledge of metabolism regulation in Mycobacteria, by the generation of mutant strains and the analysis of protein-protein interactions. • Communicated findings at 7 local and international scientific meetings and 20+ institutional seminars. • Supervised 2 undergrad thesis as Assistant Adviser and mentored 5+ graduate students. • Managed the institute's ӒKTA systems and microplate spectrophotometers and conducted training.

  • Research Adviser at the Protein Area at Caspr Biotech
    Jun 2020 - Oct 2020 · 5 mos

    • Managed upstream (USP) & DSP for mid-scale 5+ recombinant protein purification. • Collaborated cross-functionally with various company departments for the development of a COVID-19 diagnostic test.