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Jessica Karta

@jessicakarta

PhD biologist and certified project manager aligning science with strategy and delivery.

Luxembourg
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What I'm looking for

I seek roles where I can lead scientific and clinical projects end-to-end, align innovation with strategy, manage cross-functional teams, and deliver measurable impact in collaborative, growth-oriented organizations.

I am a strategic, cross-functional professional with a PhD in Biology and over ten years of interdisciplinary research and project coordination experience. I combine scientific rigor with project management certifications to drive outcomes in fast-paced, multicultural environments.

I have led colorectal cancer research projects from conception through publication, supported grant writing, managed project budgets, and secured funding. I also developed curricula and supported student recruitment in higher education settings.

My operational experience includes managing procurement with budgets (~€600,000), coordinating cross-functional teams to launch payment gateways, and supporting medical and laboratory operations under regulatory standards. I am certified in PRINCE2 and Google Data Analytics and have completed professional development programs with McKinsey and KPMG.

I am multilingual, adaptable, and focused on stakeholder alignment and measurable impact. I mentor students, disseminate research at international conferences, and seek roles that leverage both scientific expertise and structured project delivery to advance organizational goals.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

University of Luxembourg logoUL

Doctoral Researcher

University of Luxembourg

Jan 2017 - Dec 2022 (5 years 11 months)

Led colorectal cancer research projects from concept to publication, supported grant writing and budget management, and presented findings at international conferences.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Luxembourg logoUL

University of Luxembourg

Doctor of Philosophy, Biology

2017 - 2022

Activities and societies: Led research projects from concept to publication; supported grant writing and managed project budgets; presented at international conferences; supervised 1 bachelor and 3 master students.

Doctor of Philosophy in Biology (Department of Life Sciences and Medicine) involving doctoral research on colorectal cancer, grant-supported projects, publications, and supervision of bachelor and master students.

Utrecht University logoUU

Utrecht University

Master of Science, Regenerative Medicine and Technology

2014 - 2016

Activities and societies: Coursework and practical laboratory training in regenerative medicine; internships and project work related to translational research.

Master of Science in Regenerative Medicine and Technology with coursework and practical training in regenerative approaches and translational research.

Swiss German University logoSU

Swiss German University

Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering & Project Management

2009 - 2013

Activities and societies: Support in production, quality control, and troubleshooting for medical devices; exposure to ISO-13485 and ISO-9001 compliant processes.

Bachelor of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering & Project Management with training in quality and manufacturing standards for medical devices.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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