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Sikander Siddiqui

@sikandersiddiqui

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I am a biotechnology researcher specializing in food quality and microbiology.

Italy

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What I'm looking for

I seek research or QC roles in food biotechnology where I can apply molecular microbiology, process optimization, and data analysis within a collaborative, GMP-driven team with opportunities for technical growth.

I am a detail-oriented researcher with an MSc in Biotechnologies for Food Sciences from the University of Padova, specializing in quality control, microbiology, and molecular biology applied to food product development.

During my Master thesis at Umeå University I investigated bacteria–host interactions using amoebae and Vibrio cholerae, conducting sample preparation, microbial culture, flow cytometry, single-cell analysis, and immune cell tracking to optimize experimental workflows.

I combine wet-lab expertise (PCR, ELISA, Western blot, DNA/RNA extraction, microscopy) with computational tools (Python, NCBI BLAST, MEGA, GraphPad Prism) and certifications in ISO 9001 and HACCP to deliver rigorous, data-driven results in GMP-oriented environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Master Thesis Research Student

Umeå University

Feb 2024 - May 2024 (3 months)

Conducted master's thesis research using amoeba hosts to investigate Vibrio cholerae bacteria–host interactions, performing microbial culture, sample preparation, and process optimization. Executed flow cytometry and single-cell analysis to quantify host–pathogen dynamics and ensure reproducible experimental workflows.

Process Optimization Data Analysis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Umeå University

Master of Science, Microbiology

2024 -

Activities and societies: Thesis titled 'Utilizing Amoeba as Hosts to Investigate Bacteria-Host Interactions: A Model System with Vibrio cholerae'; performed flow cytometry, single-cell analysis, and culture optimization.

Conducted master's thesis research using amoeba as hosts to study Vibrio cholerae–host interactions, performing sample preparation, microbial culture, and process optimization. Acquired experience in flow cytometry, single-cell analysis, and immune cell tracking under supervisors Sun Wai and Aftab Nadeem.

University of Padova

Master of Science, Biotechnologies for Food Sciences

2022 - 2024

Activities and societies: Applied Good Manufacturing Practices; developed analytical skills in molecular biology and genomics; hands-on molecular techniques for product development and industrial trials.

Master of Science in Biotechnologies for Food Sciences focusing on GMP, molecular biology and genomics applications for food product development. Gained hands-on experience in molecular techniques and analytical methods for industrial trials.