Abdellah Akil
Vestavia Hills
Summary
Study director and subject matter expert on Vaccine & Antibodies development, and infectious diseases (commercial & government contracts). . Experience in planning and designing lead pre-clinical studies. Experience in monitoring and managing clinical Trials. . Experience in Scale up of laboratory process to large scale. PhD in Biochemistry cellular and molecular biology with excellent postdoctoral research experience + 7 Years. Extensive experience in planning and executing new research projects, experiment, preparing protocol. Extensive experience in designing, analyzing research data, writing articles for publication and presentation of data in meeting & conference. . Extensive experience in A/BSL-1,2, and 3 environments, Infectious diseases human solid tumor & animal models.
Experienced with complex scientific methodologies and research techniques. Utilizes analytical skills to drive meaningful insights and advancements. Strong understanding of experimental design and data analysis, ensuring accurate and impactful results.
Scientist with proven track record in research and development. Skilled in data analysis, experimental design, and advanced laboratory techniques. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for adapting to changing needs and delivering impactful solutions.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Leading Scientist/R&D
SouthernBiotech
01.2024 - Current
- Directing antibodies process development
- Scale up of laboratory process to large scale
- Technology Transfer of process from R&D to manufacturing
- Analyze data using statistical approaches
- Performed complex troubleshooting and assisted in leading initiatives to solve challenging scientific problems with assays or instrumentation.
- Trained new employees on areas of technical expertise and compliance issues relevant to lab setting.
- Designed experiments using appropriate controls and variables, resulting in valid conclusions being drawn from collected data.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of experimental results.
- Simultaneously managed several complex projects, meeting all pertinent milestones.
Study Director/Scientist
Southern Research
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Performing role of study director (SD) and scientific subject matter expert (SME) on Vaccine development & infectious diseases
- Performing in vivo and in vitro experimental study design for vaccines and therapeutics and interacts with clients
- Oversee and serve as a technical advisor for lab operations to execute assay development and validation experiments
- Ability to work in A/BSL-1,2, and 3 environments
- Execute clinical and preclinical studies in a GLP-compliant environment
- Presented study findings clearly at internal meetings and industry conferences, increasing visibility of company expertise within the scientific community.
- Optimized laboratory practices by identifying inefficiencies in workflows and implementing targeted improvements.
Post-doctoral Associate
University of Alabama at Birmingham
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Investigate the molecular mechanisms that drive cancer aggressiveness, heterogenicity, therapy resistance and development
- Identify and investigate new molecular targets in cancers
- Leveraged interpersonal and communication skills to mentor PhD, graduate and undergraduate students.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to accomplish different research goals.
- Liaised with supervisor to review grants and manuscripts to develop potential publications.
- Published research results in peer-reviewed journals and presented at seminars and meetings.
- Mentored junior researchers and graduate students, fostering their professional growth and development.
- Participated in manuscript review processes for peer-reviewed journals, providing constructive feedback on colleagues'' work while helping maintain high-quality standards within the discipline.
Post-doctoral Fellow/Instructor
University of Texas Medical Branch
04.2016 - 12.2020
- Investigate the effect of the HCV/HIV co-infection on liver fibrosis progression and determine their role on fibrogenic gene expression
- Investigate the effect of opiate (fentanyl) on HCV transmission and determine its role in modulating HCV disease Progression
- Investigated whether HCV induced tumor initiating cancer stem-like cells
- Designed robust experiments that produced reliable data, enabling accurate interpretation of results.
- Maintained records of research findings with analysis and evaluation of results.
- Authored professional scientific papers for publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
- Conducted independent research within in cancer and infectious diseases.
- Assisted teaching and instructing students alongside other professors.
- Networked and built strong presence with peers to facilitate professional relationships.
- Collaborated with team to optimize workflow and achieve objectives.
Clinical Research Scientist
Gustave Roussy Institute
10.2013 - 03.2015
- Planned and managed clinical studies
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies
- Carried out experiments, clinical research and medical studies
- Advanced the organization''s reputation as a leader in clinical research by consistently delivering high-quality study results and demonstrating expertise in scientific presentations.
- Strengthened relationships with key opinion leaders, fostering collaboration on cutting-edge research projects.
- Increased patient enrollment in clinical trials by developing targeted recruitment strategies and enhancing community engagement efforts.
- Enhanced patient safety through rigorous monitoring of adverse events and meticulous documentation.
- Improved clinical trial efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative study designs.
- Advanced scientific knowledge through the presentation of study findings at conferences and publication in peer-reviewed journals.
- Developed strong partnerships with external collaborators, negotiating favorable terms for data sharing agreements and other cooperative arrangements.
- Ensured high-quality data collection by developing robust protocols and providing comprehensive training for clinical staff.
- Facilitated clear communication across study teams, ensuring timely updates on project progress and proactively addressing potential issues.
- Promoted a culture of quality within the research team, implementing best practices for documentation, data management, and process improvement.
- Supervised data collection by core research staff.
- Attended and gave seminars under direction of scientific director.
Assistant Scientist
Pasteur Institute
07.2005 - 04.2008
- Separated and labeled blood, plasma and other components in preparation for use or transport
- Analyse patient samples, complete & evaluate bacteriology, chemistry, hematology, serology & urinalysis tests
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to drive research innovation and discovery.
- Increased laboratory efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new protocols.
- Published articles in peer-reviewed journals, contributing to the advancement of scientific knowledge.
- Actively participated in team meetings, providing insights based on analyses conducted from previous experiments.
- Troubleshot complex issues encountered during experimentation, developing innovative solutions to overcome obstacles.
- Developed novel experimental approaches for improved scientific understanding.
- Designed experiments to answer specific hypotheses, advancing overall project goals.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict timelines, ensuring timely progress across all initiatives.
- Presented research findings at conferences, showcasing the lab''s cutting-edge work.
Education
PhD - Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology
University of Paris Sud 11
12.2012
Master - Immunology and Biochemistry
University of Mohammed V
06.2009
Bachelor - Health Science
University of Mohammed Ben Abdellah
06.2005
Skills
- Research and development
- QC/QA & delivering quality data
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Project management
- Problem-solving
- Communication
- Antibodies Process Development
- Antibodies Purification
- Gel Filtration, HPLC
- PCR,qRTPCR, Microarray, Sequencing
- Cell Culture in Bioreactors, Cell Proliferation Assays
- Western Blotting, Co-immunoprecipitation
- Immuno-histochemistry, IFA, Flow Cytometry
- RNA&DNA Transfection, Gene Cloning
- Plaque Assays, PRNT, FRNT, TCID50, MN
- Animal models: mice, hamsters, ferrets, NHPs
- ABSL3 environment Lab
- Laboratory techniques
- Research and experiments
- Safety processes and procedures
- Assay development
- Data analytics
- Research methods
- Results analysis
- Protein purification
- Experimental design
- Research and publication
- Research management
- Immunological assays
- Cell culture techniques
- Hypothesis testing
- Peer reviews
LANGUAGES
English
French
Spanish
Arabic
Timeline
Leading Scientist/R&D
SouthernBiotech
01.2024 - Current
Study Director/Scientist
Southern Research
08.2022 - 11.2023
Post-doctoral Associate
University of Alabama at Birmingham
01.2020 - 08.2022
Post-doctoral Fellow/Instructor
University of Texas Medical Branch
04.2016 - 12.2020
Clinical Research Scientist
Gustave Roussy Institute
10.2013 - 03.2015
Assistant Scientist
Pasteur Institute
07.2005 - 04.2008
Master - Immunology and Biochemistry
University of Mohammed V
Bachelor - Health Science
University of Mohammed Ben Abdellah
PhD - Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology
University of Paris Sud 11
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