Nadeem Akhtar
Research Scientist @Cbs Bio Platforms
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WORK HISTORY
Research Scientist @Cbs Bio Platforms
Calgary, AB, CA
Lead and manage end-to-end execution of 3+ R&D projects valued at $1M+ in the agri-food sector, with a focus on microbial- and bioprocess-based innovations — from planning to reporting.• Conduct hands-on R&D, including the design, modelling, troubleshooting, scale-up, and techno-economic analysis of industrial biotechnologies.• Collaborate cross-functionally with Technology Scouting, In Vitro/vivo Research, and Strategic Marketing to assess external innovations and evaluate strategic fit and value to the company.• Drive technology development, including IP generation and patent filing, while offering technical expertise to internal teams, consultants, and external partners.• Engage in external innovation assessment and landscape analysis, pinpointing technologies with strong potential for strategic alignment.• Successfully wrote and secured $290K in grant funding; led contract negotiations and engagement with stakeholders to support strategic growth.
EDUCATION
Purdue University
Principles of Animal Nutrition: From Fundamentals to Feeding (ANSC 221)
Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Microbial Biotechnology
SKILLS
ABOUT NADEEM AKHTAR
PhD and PMP®-certified innovation professional with 10+ years of experience driving…
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