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Poland

Rate

$15 / per hour

Years of experience

10+

About

As the Executive Director of Science at Ardigen, I lead the scientific efforts to leverage bioinformatics, data science, and artificial intelligence in drug discovery. With over a decade of experience in the life sciences industry, I have developed a strong track record of mentoring cross-functional teams, delivering innovative solutions, and building successful partnerships with both academic and industrial stakeholders. My focus is on target discovery and validation, where I use AI-enabled models to predict and validate novel drug targets. Some of my key achievements include driving the transformation of Ardigen towards a bioinformatics and AI-centered approach, and leading the development of the Gene Regulation Platform and the Target Discovery and Validation Platform. In my previous roles, including as Director of Bioinformatics at Ardigen and as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, I have consistently demonstrated leadership in project management, strategic partnerships, and innovation. I have led interdisciplinary teams, managed high-impact projects, and integrated advanced technologies into scientific workflows. My background also includes significant experience in bioinformatics development, high-performance computing, and next-generation sequencing data analysis, which I utilized to support drug discovery and development. My academic background includes a PhD in Bioinformatics from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, a Master's in Applied Bioinformatics from Cranfield University, and a Bachelor's in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Huddersfield.

Tech Stack

Management, Bioinformatics, Leadership, Marketing, Project Management

Experience

Leading interdisciplinary teams of scientists and professionals, providing strategic direction, mentorship, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Managing relationships with academic and industrial partners, representing the company in strategic collaborations, and ensuring robust and actionable outcomes.
Overseeing scientific aspects of projects across the drug discovery process, particularly focusing on Target Discovery and Validation phases using AI and ML solutions.
Integrating advanced technologies like Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence into scientific workflows and contributing to the development of innovative platforms.
Designing and executing marketing strategies to promote the company’s scientific capabilities, contributing to significant revenue generation and business growth.
Developing bioinformatics analyses and workflows, utilizing high-performance computing for data analysis, and enhancing the company’s data processing capabilities.
Leading bioinformatics projects from planning to execution, ensuring high-quality, actionable results, and driving innovation in drug discovery and development.

Employment history

Executive Director of Science, Ardigen January 2022 - Present

Leading a team of interdisciplinary scientists and professionals, providing strategic direction and mentorship.
Developing, reviewing, and implementing strategies to enhance drug discovery, ensuring alignment with goals.
Managing relationships with academic and industrial partners and stakeholders to drive scientific project excellence.
Overseeing scientific aspects of projects across the drug discovery process, focusing on Target Discovery and Validation phases.
Utilizing advanced Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions to generate relevant results and deliver project milestones on time.
Integrating state-of-the-art technologies and methodologies into the scientific workflow.
Designing and executing marketing strategies to promote focus areas and contributing to significant annual revenue generation.

Director of Bioinformatics, Ardigen January 2018 - December 2021

Building and recruiting a diverse team of experts to enhance Ardigen’s scientific capabilities.
Overseeing team leaders responsible for service development and ensuring bioinformaticians are well-equipped to tackle a range of scientific challenges.
Facilitating career growth through regular coaching and development sessions, ensuring a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge transfer.
Leading bioinformatics projects that support drug discovery and development, ensuring delivery of high-quality, actionable results.
Driving the adoption of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence within the bioinformatics domain.
Developing and executing marketing and business strategies to promote Ardigen’s bioinformatics experience.

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Oak Ridge National Laboratory July 2016 - December 2017

Developed and maintained bioinformatics analyses, applications, and workflows for Illumina and PacBio next-generation sequencing data.
Utilized High Performance Computing (HPC) resources for multi-omics data analysis and interpretation.
Led genome assembly and annotation projects, enhancing data processing capabilities.
Provided consultation and leadership on various projects, ensuring successful planning, execution, and completion of research objectives.

Epigenomics Bioinformatician, The Babraham Institute October 2009 - November 2010

Managed and monitored data from the NGS pipeline, ensuring high-quality data processing.
Developed new tools for the visualization and analysis of sequencing data.
Selected and applied existing tools for comprehensive data analysis, facilitating accurate and efficient research outcomes.
Provided expert consultation for project planning and design, guiding stakeholders in optimizing project strategies and methodologies.

Research Assistant, Maria Sklodowska-Curie Memorial Cancer Center and Institute of Oncology April 2006 - June 2007

Conducted genotyping of germline mutations in BRCA1 and BRCA2, contributing to research on hereditary breast-ovarian cancer syndrome.
Performed statistical analysis of mutation frequency, providing insights into the prevalence and impact of genetic mutations on cancer risk.
Gained hands-on experience with wet lab techniques, including blood drawing, DNA and RNA extraction, and other molecular biology protocols.
Developed computational pipelines for automated analysis of mutation types and frequencies.

Research Assistant, The University of Silesia October 2005 - May 2007

Developed computational pipelines for automated analysis of mutation types and frequencies.
Analyzed data from Borrelia burgdorferi-infected tick tissues, contributing to the understanding of Lyme disease prevalence and pathogen characteristics in Silesian territories.
Supported cross-departmental projects in biotechnology research, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.
Contributed to research initiatives in pathogen detection and analysis.

Education history

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology 2011 - 2015 PhD, Bioinformatics

Cranfield University 2008 - 2009 Master, Applied Bioinformatics

The University of Huddersfield 2007 - 2008 Bachelor of Science (Hons), Molecular and Cellular Biology

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