Singapore
Strategic and analytical PhD graduate in Physiology with 15 years of biomedical research experience, specializing in oncology and immunology. Proven expertise in scientific communication, project management, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. Demonstrated ability to secure funding, design innovative solutions, and translate complex scientific data into actionable insights. Skilled in problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, cost-effective strategy development, and process optimization. Proficient in laboratory and data management, mentoring, and interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Secured $80,000 in fellowships (Max and Jane Childress Entrance Fellowship, Fonds de recherche du Québec). •. Collaborated with a pharmaceutical company, securing $100,000 in grant funding through impactful preliminary data, which contributed to a patent filing by the company. • Pioneered drug repurposing strategies, identifying potential treatments for new diseases. • Conducted advanced data analysis and experimental design to address complex research questions. • Advised researchers on cost-effective and innovative solutions in immunometabolism. • Provided mentorship and leadership within the lab, managing projects, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations, and ensuring quality control in research workflows.
Graduate Teaching Assistant in Medical Histology
Partnered with a leading pharmaceutical company to support Phase I and II clinical trials by processing blood and sputum samples from healthy donors and asthmatic patients. Leveraged advanced flow cytometry techniques to quantify cellular populations pre- and post-administration of investigational therapies, providing critical data to assess treatment efficacy and safety.
1) Conducted Comprehensive Somatic Mutation Profiling a) Performed somatic mutation analyses to evaluate cancer patients' eligibility for enrolment in precision medicine clinical trials. b) Delivered targeted mutation profiling for lung, head and neck cancers to support personalised therapeutic strategies. 2) Biomarker Research and Prognostic Insights a) Investigated the prognostic significance of molecular biomarkers in lung and head and neck cancers, contributing to advancements in predictive oncology. b) Characterised mutation profiles in ovarian carcinomas to elucidate their clinical and biological relevance. 3) Mentorship and Talent Development a) Supervised and mentored polytechnic students and undergraduates on final-year research projects, fostering skill development and academic growth. 4) Operational and Procurement Management a) Streamlined laboratory operations by managing procurement processes, maintaining meticulous records of all purchases, and ensuring seamless inventory availability. 5) Custom Assay and Panel Development a) Designed tailored genetic panels for the Agena Bioscience MassARRAY platform, driving innovation in high-throughput genomic analysis. b) Conceptualized and validated new assays for clinical deployment, ensuring alignment with regulatory and quality standards. 6) Collaborative Research Initiatives a) Facilitated inter-laboratory collaborations and provided critical scientific support to Principal Investigators, enabling successful execution of key research projects. 7) Scientific Dissemination and Representation a) Presented research findings through impactful poster presentations at local and international scientific conferences, contributing to global knowledge sharing.