Tasal Agha
Middlesex,United Kingdom
Summary
Dynamic professional with a robust background in Economics and Pharmaceutical manufacturing, concentrating on the research and production of critical medical products. Established skills in pharmaceutical compounding, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. Effective in managing operations in challenging environments, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products. Prepared to support pharmaceutical industry advancements through hands-on experience and a commitment to healthcare excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Radiopharmacy Technician
Curium Pharmaceuticals Ltd
2025.07 - Current
- Oversaw creation and execution of PET radiotracers (Gallium-68), ensuring adherence to standard and regulatory protocols.
- Production of PET radiopharmaceuticals using hot cells and isolators
- Hygiene and maintenance standards for facilities
- Oversee and optimise radiochemical synthesis and dispensing procedures using Trasis AllinOne (AiO) radiochemistry synthesizer, HPLC, and automated filling units.
- Executed investigations into deviations, conducting root cause analysis and establishing corrective action plans. Implemented significant process improvements to enhance compliance standards.
- Managed quality control processes, assessing radionuclide and radiochemical purity using advanced techniques (HPLC, GC, TLC, gamma spectrometry), ensuring compliance with established standards and protocols.
- Implement and execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new products and processes, facilitating continuous improvements within pharmaceutical quality system.
- Develop and execute comprehensive training modules for new radiopharmaceuticals products and processes, enhancing team comprehension.
- Orchestrated cross-functional teams for new pharmaceutical launches, managing material needs and optimising supply chain processes.
- Implement and oversee change controls enhancing operational efficiencies and ensuring GMP compliance.
- Collaborate with external specialists and facilitate meetings to enhance product development and optimise processes.
- Implemented negative pressure isolator technology to enhance PET radiopharmaceutical dispensing. Maintained rigorous safety standards in all radiopharmaceutical operations. Optimised dispensing procedures to ensure increased accuracy and reliability.
- Consistently applies ALARA principles for radiation protection during packing and dispatching of radiopharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance with local guidelines and transport regulations.
- Compile received orders and log details in dispensing database.
- Safeguard cleanroom integrity by optimising sanitisation processes, consumable transfers, and isolator cleaning protocols.
Research and Development Project associate
Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA)
2023.02 - 2026.02
- Facilitated R&D projects focused on enhancing treatment and care for individuals affected by Motor Neurone Disease (MND), collaborating with clinical researchers and healthcare professionals.
- Orchestrated research initiatives to guarantee timely access to medical resources, encompassing pharmaceutical products and treatments, for over 5,700 individuals affected by MND across multiple regions.
- Facilitated development of innovative support programmes and initiatives, enhancing access to care and elevating quality of life for patients through strategic partnerships and resource optimisation.
- Streamlined management and dissemination of research findings, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and bolstering efforts to secure funding for ongoing studies.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, aligning patient care and pharmaceutical development with contemporary research trends and treatment protocols.
Technical Operator
ITH Pharma LTD
2019.02 - 2023.02
- Directed team of over 25 operators in production of vital pharmaceutical products, including chemotherapy drugs, antibiotics, and parenteral nutrition solutions, guaranteeing adherence to GMP and SOPs.
- Engineered and refined production schedules ensuring punctual delivery of critical medicines, harmonising demand and supply whilst reducing delays.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives to optimise operational efficiency, minimise waste, and elevate product quality, yielding 20% reduction in production downtime.
- Performed regular quality inspections and audits of production processes, guaranteeing compliance with stringent safety and quality standards.
- Documented and updated comprehensive records of production processes, quality control checks, and operational reports, ensuring compliance for regulatory inspections and audits.
- Applied Lean manufacturing practices, achieving 15% decrease in operational costs and 10% enhancement in product output.
- Collaborated with R&D teams to optimise product development and enhance manufacturing processes for new drug formulations.
- Executed rigorous inventory control, ensuring raw materials, consumables, and finished goods accurately accounted for and aligned with production demands.
- Directed successful deployment of a new batch production system, enhancing traceability and diminishing error rates by 30%.
Education
BA (Hons) - Economic
University of Hertfordshire
London, United Kingdom 2013.09 - 5 2016
Skills
- Oral and Written Presentation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Relationship Building
- Public Speaking
- Organisation and Planning
- Critical Reasoning
- Analytical Thinking
- Data Gathering and Dissemination
- Influencing and Negotiation
- Complex Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Microsoft Office
- Research Methods
- Data analytics
Languages
Persian
Native
Affiliations
- British Pharmacologist Society (BPS)
- World Economic Forum
- Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH)
- Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice
References
- Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice, Charity ambassador, London, United Kingdom, 2015-09, Present, Delivered presentations on children's healthcare, Public speaker and communication, promoting fundraising and awareness for critically ill children., Raised £3,000 through public speaking events and campaigns, highlighting the importance of healthcare access.
- Noble Connections, Charity ambassador, London, United Kingdom, 2018-10, Present, Represent the charity at events, campaigns, and outreach activities, Promote awareness of the organisation’s mission and social impact, Engage with young people, community members, and stakeholders, Support fundraising and awareness initiatives
References
Available upon request