Faiyaz Zaman

Research Associate, Process Development @BlueRock Therapeutics

Toronto, ON, CA

Led and performed stem cell culture and differentiation into cardiomyocytes and mDA neurons using both 2D flask-based systems and from 0.1 L to 10 L STRs (batch and ATF perfusion)- Conducted cell characterization and in-process analytics to guide process optimization and ensure their qualification for downstream use- Authored and maintained batch records, SOPs, and experimental documentation supporting clinical-stage and pre-IND R&D programs- Identified and implemented CPPs critical to robust cardiac differentiation processes- Spearheaded cross-functional tech transfers within Process Development and Research teams- Recognized SME in Benchling ELN: built SQL-based dashboards, automated templates, and structured workflows and various particle sizing instruments- Created program-wide GraphPad Prism templates and sizing protocols for bioreactor analytics- Delivered training and internal support for DASBox and BioBlu320 platforms.

Université d'Ottawa

Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Chemical Engineering/Bachelor of Science (BSc) Biochemistry