Edgar C.

R&D Project Manager focused on Product Development

Greater Paris Metropolitan Region

About

With a passion for transforming advanced materials into impactful products, I lead multidisciplinary teams to prototype and scale high-tech solutions. My journey spans over a decade across Canada and France, bridging deep technical expertise in polymer chemistry and nanotechnology with agile project management. From developing diagnostic tools leveraging Quantum Dots, I thrive at the frontier of science and product development. As Head of Encapsulation at Nexdot, I manage engineers, technicians, and PhD candidates to drive next-gen R&D forward—delivering results across major EU projects (EIC Pathfinder, Horizon 2020 CleanSky project) I bring hands-on experience in surface modification, bioconjugation, and advanced analytical techniques, backed by peer-reviewed publications and granted patents. I love building collaborative, agile teams and crafting visionary product roadmaps rooted in data and discovery. Always eager to tackle complex innovation challenges—whether in medtech, materials science, or advanced manufacturing.

Experience

  • Project Manager at Syntetica
    Mar 2026 - Present · 5 mos

  • Nexdot (9 yrs 1 mo)
    • Head of Encapsulation Team
      Nov 2024 - Feb 2026 · 1 yr 4 mos

    • R&I Project Manager
      Feb 2024 - Feb 2026 · 2 yrs 1 mo

      • Managed a biomedical project (EIC Pathfinder) at Nexdot, leading a cross-functional team of 9 members to develop a highly multiplexed IVD kit. • Oversaw different work packages, deliverables, and KPI updates to ensure project success. • Collaborated with engineers, technicians, interns, and thesis students to drive innovation and achieve project milestones.

    • Senior Research Engineer - Subject Matter Expert
      Feb 2021 - Oct 2024 · 3 yrs 9 mos

      • Specialized in Polymer Chemistry and Surface Sciences at Nexdot, leading transversal projects integrating Quantum Dots/Quantum Plates into electronic, materials, and biomedical applications. • Developed innovative solutions for various applications by leveraging expertise in Polymer Chemistry and Surface Sciences. • Achieved significant advancements in electronic, materials, and biomedical fields through the integration of Quantum Dots/Quantum Plates technology. • Contributed to the growth and success of Nexdot by driving cutting-edge research and development initiatives.

  • Post-doctoral Researcher at European Institute of Membranes of Montpellier/France
    Jan 2016 - Jan 2017 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Researching and synthesizing new polymeric membranes that are hydrophilic and temperature resistant; membranes used for the treatment of oil and gas waste water for offshore platforms.

  • Doctoral Candidate at LCPO
    Nov 2012 - Oct 2015 · 3 yrs

    Doctoral candidate as part of the IDS-FunMat program working to develop composite membrane materials that incorporate both inorganic (ceramic) and organic (polymers) materials for separation of gases. Focused on post-combustion gas from fossil fuels (or flue gas) application. Worked between the Université de Bordeaux at LCPO (Laboratoire de Chimie des Polymères Organiques) and the University of Waterloo (Chemical Engineering Department). Thesis title: "Towards designing composite membranes for CO2 Separation: The inclusion of hybrid TiO2-PEG structures and study of their interfaces" Defended: October 26th 2015

  • Co-Founder/Fabrication Team Lead/Advisor at University of Waterloo Nanorobotics Group
    Aug 2007 - Oct 2015 · 8 yrs 3 mos

    Cofounder of the only Canadian undergraduate nanorobotics group. Designed and fabricated a 500 micron soccer playing robot that competed and placed third in the Mobile Microrobotics Challenge organized by the National Institute of Standards and Technology in 2010 and place first in 2011.