I’m looking for opportunities to apply my hybrid scientific and analytical background in a role offering growth, impact, and innovation. I thrive in environments where i’m allowed to solve problems creatively and develop strategic decisions as part of a team. I have good leadership skills and would appreciate the opportunity to mentor colleagues.
Karolina Wojtczak
@karolinawojtczak
PhD medicinal chemist with pharma, publishing & data analysis experience. Seeking growth-focused, impactful roles.
What I'm looking for
I hold a PhD in Medicinal Chemistry with a strong interest in science communication, health and education. Always driven by an analytical mindset, i’m an expert at strategic development. I enjoy engaging with diverse audiences to explain complex topics and develop trust in science and data driven decisions.
I have a multinational background and speak 5 languages. Which combined with my experience in scientific research, academic publishing and the pharmaceutical industry makes for a unique set of skills that can bridge and connect diverse audiences.
As a lifelong learner i’m adaptable, curious and love a challenge. Lately i’ve been delving into the world of business data analysis and visualisation by learning SQL, Python and PowerBI.
I’m interested in positions that will allow me to use my skills, and grow with the role.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Publishing Editor
EDP Sciences
Sep 2025 - Present (9 months)
Manage scientific content review and quality-assurance workflows for 10+ peer-reviewed life science and physics journals, ensuring editorial integrity and alignment with ethical and regulatory standards. Coordinate cross-functional projects and deliver bilingual (English/French) scientific communications, managing external providers and concurrent timelines.
Postdoctoral Researcher
CNRS – Aix-Marseille Université
Sep 2024 - Sep 2025 (1 year)
Led independent preclinical research on Cu(II) redox-active complexes targeting glioma, translating experimental results into presentations and reports. Supervised an MSc project end-to-end and communicated science to non-specialists at public events (~1,000 attendees).
Process Development Chemist
Sterling Pharma Solutions Ltd.
Mar 2023 - Sep 2024 (1 year 6 months)
Optimised pharmaceutical manufacturing processes under GMP, maintaining accurate scientific documentation and regulatory compliance. Resolved manufacturing deviations via root-cause analysis and supported process scale-up and technology transfer (to 5 kg) with QA, engineering, and regulatory stakeholders.
PhD Researcher
University of Galway
Sep 2019 - Mar 2024 (4 years 6 months)
Conducted bioinorganic medicinal chemistry research on metal-based glycoconjugate sensors for lectins and anti-adhesives, progressing from experimental data to manuscript preparation and peer-review responses. Produced 3 first-author publications, delivered 7 oral and 4 poster presentations, and supervised 4 BSc research projects while teaching 240+ hours of laboratory classes.
Education
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University of Galway
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Bioinorganic Medicinal Chemistry
2019 - 2024
PhD in Bioinorganic Medicinal Chemistry at University of Galway. Thesis focused on metal-based glycoconjugates as molecular sensors for lectins and anti-adhesives.
Maynooth University
Bachelor of Science (Honours), Chemistry
2015 - 2019
BSc (Honours) in Chemistry at Maynooth University. Received the SPUR Undergraduate Research Scholarship in 2018.
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