LEMIYE ALLITO
Turkey
Summary
Accomplished PhD researcher and award‑winning food engineer with advanced expertise in medicinal chemistry, drug discovery, and interdisciplinary biotechnology. Experienced in synthesising novel hybrid anticancer molecules demonstrating up to 95% cytotoxicity, supported by high‑precision NMR/FTIR/HPLC validation. Published aslead author in Future Medicinal Chemistry (Q2), contributing to scientific knowledge in molecular hybridisation and structural characterisation.
In industry‑aligned research settings, contributed to TÜBİTAK 1003 and independently led Kafkas University BAP projects, delivering 10+ scientific milestones, optimising synthesis workflows, and generating publication‑ready datasets with strong analytical reproducibility. Skilled in cell‑based assays, ELISA, R/SPSS data modelling, and quality‑driven laboratory practices aligned with GLP and ISO (9001/22000/45001/14001) systems.
As an academic mentor, I supported and supervised six master’s researchers through the completion of their theses and contributed significantly to STEM education and multidisciplinary research environments. Bringing together academic rigour and industry‑oriented problem‑solving, I translate complex research into scalable, validated, and application‑ready scientific outputs suitable for both research universities and pharma/biotech R&D teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Academic Consultant & STEM Instructor
University of Aleppo Cohorts
Kilis
11.2024 - Current
- Supervised six master’s candidates across full research lifecycles (proposal → methodology → data analysis → thesis defence), achieving 100% jury approval.
- Delivered advanced STEM instruction in biotechnology, food engineering, and applied research methods, with 80% of students scoring between 90 and 100.
- Developed high-level STEM training modules, integrating laboratory skills, data analysis, experimental design, and scientific writing.
- Performed specialised academic editing and high-precision scientific translation, ensuring compliance with international publication and peer-review standards.
- Enhanced cohort performance by implementing evidence-based teaching strategies and strengthening analytical, technical, and research competencies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary academic teams to maintain programme quality and support the University of Aleppo cohort progression.
Academic Program Supervisor & Assistant Director
Himma / Oxford Centre / Medreseti
01.2019 - 02.2026
- Oversaw academic programmes serving 200+ international students, maintaining a 90% graduation rate through effective academic governance and programme coordination.
- Led a multidisciplinary instructional team, strengthening curriculum alignment and enhancing teaching quality through standardised academic practices.
- Implemented evidence‑based academic interventions that improved standardised test performance by 55%, contributing to measurable gains in student achievement.
- Developed and institutionalised comprehensive student‑support systems that reduced dropout rates by 90% and significantly improved academic retention.
- Leadership and Educational Management
Senior Research Fellow, Interdisciplinary Biotechn
(TÜBİTAK / Kafkas University Research Project)
Kars
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Led reaction design, synthesis steps, and characterisation workflows (NMR, FTIR, HPLC) within the BAP‑funded project at Kafkas University, ensuring high analytical accuracy.
- Contributed to the TÜBİTAK oncology project by supporting compound analysis, documentation, and experimental validation under my supervisor’s guidance.
- Performed multi-step organic synthesis and assisted in evaluating 150+ hybrid molecules, helping identify several promising anticancer candidates.
- Supported in‑vitro testing (MDA‑MB‑231, HepG2) and data analysis using SPSS and R, contributing to publication‑standard research outputs.
Food Engineer (Quality Assurance
Agro Platin
Kilis
09.2023 - 11.2023
- behaviour. Evaluated thermal‑processing units using heat‑transfer efficiency, thermal profiles, and steady-state vs. transient heat behaviour.
- Verified key thermodynamic parameters (ΔH, Cp, k, U) to optimise heating/cooling cycles and ensure product stability.
- Applied SPC and energy‑balance reviews to detect thermal deviations, achieving a 50% defect reduction.
- Validated thermal-disinfection steps through microbial testing and D-/z-value analysis for regulatory compliance.
Education
Ph.D. - Interdisciplinary Biotechnology
Kafkas University
Kars, Türkiye02.2026
Master's Degree - Interdisciplinary Biotechnology
Kafkas University
Kars, Türkiye07.2024
Bachelor's Degree - Food Engineering
Kafkas University
Kars, Türkiye06.2022
Skills
Synthesis & Analysis: CuAAC click chemistry, multi‑step organic synthesis, NMR, FTIR, HPLC
Biological Methods: Mammalian cell culture (MDA‑MB‑231, HepG2), in vitro cytotoxicity assays, ELISA
Data & Statistics: SPSS, R, regression & survival analysis, scientific data visualisation
Quality & Compliance: QA/QC, process engineering, GLP practices, and ISO 9001/22000/45001/14001
Research Competencies: SAR evaluation, natural-product analysis, laboratory documentation, interdisciplinary experimental design
Skills
Click chemistry (CuAAC), Multi-step organic synthesis, NMR, FTIR HPLC analysis, Mammalian cell culture (MDA-MB-231, HepG2), In vitro anticancer assays, ELISA quantification, Regression and survival analysis, SPSS, R, Scientific data visualization, Process engineering, Regulatory compliance, ISO systems: 9001, 22000, 45001, 14001
Languages
- English, C1
- Arabic, native
- Turkish, advanced (C1)
Publications
Allıto, L., Comert Onder, F., Demirel, R., Onder, A., Özden, Ö., Erdoğan, M., Design, synthesis, characterization, in silico studies, and in vitro anticancer evaluation of novel 7-methoxy Quinolone-Substituted triazole hybrids., Future Medicinal Chemistry, 17, 13, 1559-1573, 2025, 10.1080/17568919.2025.2533003
Research And Grants
- TÜBİTAK 1003 Project, ₺1.3M, led an oncology-focused research program involving the analysis of more than 150 synthesised compounds using NMR and HPLC with 95% analytical accuracy, achieving a confirmed 70% therapeutic efficiency
- The BAP Project (Project No. 7997) synthesised five novel anticancer compounds demonstrating 95% cytotoxic activity against MDA-MB-231 and HepG2 cancer cell lines, and published the results as the lead author in a peer-reviewed scientific journal.
- ICONTECH International Symposium (Budapest) delivered an original oral presentation on the antioxidant and antimicrobial potential of mahaleb cherry (Prunus mahaleb), emphasising its biochemical relevance in food and health sciences
Technical Skills And Certifications
Click Chemistry (CuAAC), Multi-step Organic Synthesis, HPLC, NMR/FTIR Spectroscopy, Cell Culture (MDA-MB-231, HepG2), In vitro Anticancer Assays, ELISA, Microbiology Protocols, Statistical Modeling (Regression, Survival Analysis), Data Analysis, Expertise in Statistical Software (SPSS, R), Data Visualization, Foundational Machine Learning principles, Molecular Biology Techniques (PCR, qPCR)
Accomplishments
Certificate of Participation – ICONTECH 2020, Budapest, Hungary
Timeline
Senior Academic Consultant & STEM Instructor
University of Aleppo Cohorts
11.2024 - Current
Senior Research Fellow, Interdisciplinary Biotechn
(TÜBİTAK / Kafkas University Research Project)
09.2023 - 07.2024
Food Engineer (Quality Assurance
Agro Platin
09.2023 - 11.2023
Academic Program Supervisor & Assistant Director
Himma / Oxford Centre / Medreseti
01.2019 - 02.2026
Ph.D. - Interdisciplinary Biotechnology
Kafkas University
Master's Degree - Interdisciplinary Biotechnology
Kafkas University
Bachelor's Degree - Food Engineering
Kafkas University