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
10.2025 - Current
- Deliver customer service in a fast-paced retail environment, demonstrating time-management and communication skills.
Research Assistant
Isfahan University of Medical Sciences
06.2022 - 06.2024
- 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
07.2018 - 06.2023
- 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 09.2024 - 09.2025
MSc Agricultural Engineering - Food Science and Technology
Azad University
Isfahan Branch 10.2015 - 01.2018
BSc Agricultural Engineering - Food Science and Technology
Azad University
Isfahan Branch 09.2011 - 09.2015
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
10.2025 - Current
MSc - Biotechnology
University of York
09.2024 - 09.2025
Research Assistant
Isfahan University of Medical Sciences
06.2022 - 06.2024
Quality Control Technician
Tehran Food Manufacturing Company
07.2018 - 06.2023
MSc Agricultural Engineering - Food Science and Technology
Azad University
10.2015 - 01.2018
BSc Agricultural Engineering - Food Science and Technology
Azad University
09.2011 - 09.2015