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Nilufer Cakir
Biotech Research Scientist
Istanbul
Summary
Dynamic Project Management Associate at ILKO Pharmaceuticals with a proven track record in enhancing team productivity and optimizing resource allocation. Skilled in strategic thinking and project evaluation, I successfully delivered high-quality results through rigorous quality assurance testing and innovative methodologies, driving improvements in biotech project outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Management Associate
ILKO Pharmaceuticals
02.2020 - 04.2025
- Conducted post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement in future endeavors of biotech companies.
- Fostered a collaborative work environment through effective team building activities and open communication channels in antibody industry.
- Enhanced team productivity with regular progress tracking and performance evaluations by assessing laboratory responsibilities.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of all project deliverables.
- Delivered high-quality results through thorough quality assurance testing prior to final implementation.
- Assessed protein purification method optimization with downstream group members for different protein-based product pipeline.
- Enhanced analytical methods for antibody binding assays, specifically ELISA for fragment-based antibodies and ADCs.
- Coordinated chromatographic methods to enrich the original monoclonal antibody functional and structural properties.
- Trained junior associates on industry best practices, resulting in faster onboarding and improved performance levels.
- Managed complimentary antibody efficacy methods, specifically by flow cytometry.
- Optimized resource allocation based on individual expertise, maximizing team output for various tasks at hand.
Formulation Scientist
DEVA Pharmaceutical
05.2016 - 02.2020
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures for in-process and finished products, resulting in reduced batch failures and improved customer satisfaction.
- Presented technical findings at internal meetings and external conferences, contributing to the advancement of industry knowledge.
- Enhanced product stability through thorough evaluation and testing of various excipient.
- Utilized statistical tools to analyze experimental data, guiding decision-making in formulation development projects.
- Developed innovative drug delivery systems for enhanced patient compliance and therapeutic effectiveness.
- Established effective communication channels between departments, facilitating smooth transition from research to manufacturing stages in product development lifecycles.
- Improved drug formulation quality by developing and optimizing pharmaceutical materials.
- Performed pre-formulation studies of monoclonal antibodies with capillary electrophoresis and Protein-A chromatography.
Education
Ph.D. - Bioengineering
Sabanci University
Istanbul 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Bioengineering
Marmara University
Istanbul, Turkey 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering
Montana State University
United States 04.2001 -
Skills
Strategic thinking
Team motivation
Project evaluation
Project scheduling
Innovation skills
Software
SAP/SAPO
ChemWatch
Microsoft Visio
GraphPad
CytoScape
Certification
Licensed [GLP] - [2020-2025]
Timeline
Project Management Associate
ILKO Pharmaceuticals
02.2020 - 04.2025
Formulation Scientist
DEVA Pharmaceutical
05.2016 - 02.2020
Ph.D. - Bioengineering
Sabanci University
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Bioengineering
Marmara University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering
Montana State University
04.2001 -