Sanaz Abbasi
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished professional specializing in molecular biology techniques, including PCR primer design, molecular cloning, and plasmid verification. Proficient in bacterial transformation and recombinant DNA methods, contributing to significant advancements in scientific research. Committed to applying innovative solutions to enhance research outcomes and drive progress in the field.
Overview
1
1
Language
7
7
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Customer Service Assistant
Sainsbury's
Southampton, England
2025.10 - Current
- Deliver customer service in a fast-paced retail environment, demonstrating time-management and communication skills.
Research Assistant
Isfahan University of Medical Sciences
2022.06 - 2024.06
- Supported lab-based molecular biology and microbiology research projects across concurrent studies, performing sample and reagent preparation to standard operating protocols.
- Collected, organised, and analysed experimental data, contributing directly to result interpretation used in project reporting.
- Contributed to literature reviews and preparation of research documentation supporting publication activity.
- Collaborated with researchers and students on experimental workflows, providing technical support across the project lifecycle.
Quality Control Technician
Tehran Food Manufacturing Company
2018.07 - 2023.06
- Supervised technical production operations and conducted microbiological and analytical testing to ensure product compliance with quality standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional production and QA teams to identify and resolve workflow inefficiencies.
Education
MSc - Biotechnology
University of York
York, England 2024.09 - 2025.09
MSc Agricultural Engineering - Food Science and Technology
Azad University
Isfahan Branch 2015.10 - 2018.01
BSc Agricultural Engineering - Food Science and Technology
Azad University
Isfahan Branch 2011.09 - 2015.09
Skills
- Molecular biology techniques
- PCR primer design
- Molecular cloning and plasmid verification
- Bacterial transformation
- Recombinant DNA methods
LANGUAGES
English - Fluent
Beginner
REFERENCES
- Leonardo, Gomez, Dr, leonardo.gomez@york.ac.uk, University of York
- Federico, Sabbadin, Dr, federico.sabbadin@york.ac.uk, University of York
PUBLICATIONS
- Discovery and Characterisation of Novel Biofilm-Degrading Enzymes to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance (manuscript in preparation)
- Evaluation of Antioxidant Properties of Selenium Microencapsulated in Antioxidant-Free Soybean Oil Refined, Tarbiat Modares University Journal (01/2021)
- Essential Oils as Natural Antimicrobial Agents in Postharvest Treatments of Fruits and Vegetables: A Review, Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization (10/2021)
- Recent Advances in Protein-Based Coatings for Food Packaging: A Review, Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization (06/2024)
Timeline
Customer Service Assistant
Sainsbury's
2025.10 - Current
MSc - Biotechnology
University of York
2024.09 - 2025.09
Research Assistant
Isfahan University of Medical Sciences
2022.06 - 2024.06
Quality Control Technician
Tehran Food Manufacturing Company
2018.07 - 2023.06
MSc Agricultural Engineering - Food Science and Technology
Azad University
2015.10 - 2018.01
BSc Agricultural Engineering - Food Science and Technology
Azad University
2011.09 - 2015.09