Saad Alasil

About Saad Alasil

I am a dedicated clinical microbiology scientist and public health professional with over 15 years of experience in research and development. In my role as a senior microbiologist at the world’s largest dairy company, I focus on implementing innovative methods that not only improve analytical testing and ensure compliance with regulatory standards but also enhance the quality of dairy products and prevent foodborne illness. My expertise lies in detecting and mitigating the sources of microbial contamination in dairy manufacturing environments. I am deeply committed to protecting consumers by implementing rigorous, science-based controls. Aspiring to tackle complex challenges like food safety, food security, and health disparities. I utilize my extensive background in medical, clinical, and food microbiology to safeguard the U.S. public through quality assurance and targeted training programs.

Experience

1. Senior Microbiologist

   Lactalis USA

   Aug 2025 — Present · Buffalo, NY, US

   I am a Senior Microbiologist at the world’s largest dairy company. My mission is to develop, validate, and implement innovative microbiological methods that enhance analytical testing, improve lab work efficiency, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. I protect consumer health by implementing rigorous, science-based controls throughout the entire dairy production process. I am committed to identifying and mitigating microbial contamination risks and driving continuous improvement in product quality through advanced research and testing methodologies. I aspire to become a leading expert in food safety in the United States by developing robust environmental monitoring programs in dairy production facilities to detect, monitor, and control potential sources of microbial contamination through the implementation of good manufacturing practices to protect public health from foodborne illness and ensure all products released to the market are safe to consume and compliant with regulatory standards.

Education

• University of Baghdad

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Biology/Biological Sciences, General

  1998 — 2002

• University of Malaya

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Clinical Bacteriology

  2009 — 2013

• University at Buffalo

  Master of Public Health - MPH, Community Health and Health Behaviour

• Jordan University of Science and Technology

  Master's degree, Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions

  2003 — 2007