I am eager to continue my career in scientific project management, applying AI-enhanced research tools, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, and contributing to diverse teams that drive impactful scientific outcomes.
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Veronica Frau Smikodub
@veronicaf
Biochemist and project manager optimizing biotech research with AI-driven processes and stakeholder collaboration.
SpainWhat I'm looking for
I am a biochemist with a Master's in Health and Science Management and hands-on experience coordinating international research projects in biotechnology and health. I have supported funding compliance, budget monitoring, event organization, and contributed to vaccine and therapeutic analytical development while driving workflow improvements using AI-assisted productivity tools.
I combine technical laboratory expertise, technique validation, analytical method improvement, biosafety and regulatory awareness with project management skills including Agile methodologies, KPI monitoring, pre- and post-award funding management, and stakeholder engagement to deliver accurate, timely results in multicultural teams.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
ICAssistant Project Manager
Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia
Mar 2025 - Jul 2025 (4 months)
Supported coordination and financial monitoring of international academic and mobility programs, participated in PhD fellowship selection, and organised scientific events while developing an AI policy project aligned with the EU AI Act. Design and Implementation of Digital Surveys.
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Head of Analytical Laboratory II
Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology
May 2019 - Sep 2022 (3 years 4 months)
Managed laboratory operations and quality control reporting, drafted validation reports, implemented method improvements, and supervised staff to support biopharmaceutical development including contributions to COVID-19 vaccine projects.
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Analytical Control Specialist
Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology
Feb 2019 - Sep 2022 (3 years 7 months)
Performed analysis of biopharmaceutical products, prepared detailed result reports, proposed technique improvements, and collaborated across labs contributing to vaccine and immunotherapy development.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ITIBEC (Open Science training)
Certificate, Open Science / Open Access
2025 - 2025
Completed training in Open Science focusing on open publishing and open access practices.
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Santander Open Academy
Certificate, Digital Marketing and Data Skills
2025 - 2025
Completed courses in SEO and Content Marketing and in Excel to enhance digital and data skills.
UBUniversitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Master of Science, Health and Science Management
2024 - 2025
Master in Health and Science Management with a thesis developing a project management plan for an AI policy at IBEC.
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DELf (French Language Diploma)
DELF B2, French Language
2024 - 2024
Achieved DELF B2 diploma certifying intermediate/upper-intermediate proficiency in French.
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YMCA International Language School
Certificate, English and French Language Studies
2022 - 2023
Completed intensive English and French programs focusing on language proficiency and communication skills.
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Instituto de Medicina Tropical / CIGB (postgraduate courses)
Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Biological Sciences and Quality Management
2019 - 2021
Series of postgraduate courses and training in molecular and cellular biology, proteomics, quality management, and biopharmaceutical production.
UVUniversity of Rome Tor Vergata
Certificate, Nanobiomaterials Characterization
2020 - 2020
Completed a course on technologies for characterization and sensing of nanobiomaterials.
UHUniversity of Havana
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
2011 - 2018
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology with a thesis on analytical comparability of a cancer vaccine candidate.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Open to opportunities
Location
SpainAuthorized to work in
Job categories
Skills
Communication AdaptabilityStrategy PlanningTeam CollaborationCritical ThinkingEffective CommunicatorStakeholder ManagementTime ManagementAttention To DetailProject CoordinationData ManagementAgile MethodologiesAsanaTrelloKPIsPost Award Financial ManagementBudget AnalysisFinancial ReportingHorizon Europe GrantsBiosafety ProceduresRisk AssessmentScientific PublishingTechnical WritingClinical Research PoliciesData AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceMoodleMicrosoft Office 365AI Tools (CopilotOpenAIPerplexity)EnhanceGmailRome
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