CLAUDE GIRY, Ph.D.
Savigny-sur-Orge (Greater Paris Area),
Summary
Expert in molecular biology and multiplex qPCR assays suitable for clinical diagnosis.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research and Development Director
EUROBIO SCIENTIFIC
01.2021 - Current
- Partnered with sales, strategy and business development to manage project portfolio and work assignments: Project Pipeline Building
- Created process recipes and conducted statistical analysis to define specifications. Project Design including Bioinformatics and compliance to CLSI guidelines for results validation
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions. Problem resolution & Troubleshooting
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules: Performance targets setting
- Evaluated employee performance on a yearly basis and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills. Employee Polyvalence Table Assessment
- Recruited and developed 9 employees for R&D department in 2021-2022. Delivered training for staff development, change management and materials, process and technical controls. Team building
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation: S.M.A.R.T. Goal setting assignments
- 15 multiplex molecular assays developed in 2022, according to IVD/IVDR regulations
- 1 Web App developed to fasten up PCR results analysis
- 1 running project for PCR automation
- 3 scientific communications (posters)
- IVDR certificate obtained in April 2023 for 3 molecular multiplex assays
Research Scientist
Arbovirus Reference Lab. University Hospital of La Reunion
05.2011 - 01.2021
- Wrote research papers, reports, reviews and summaries regarding neglected tropical diseases: Dengue, Chikungunya, Leptospirosis, Zika, Rift Valley fever, Malaria,
- h-index 18, 1621 citations, 46 scientific communications
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, virology and immunology to help with diagnosis of medical issues: molecular assays (qRT-PCR) and serological assays (ELISA).
Molecular Technologist
Mayotte General Hospital
06.2003 - 04.2011
- Analyzed experiment and test results to validate adherence to standards and specifications.
- Identified microorganisms by PCR present in samples and cultivated strains to support clinical diagnostics.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Education
Ph.D. - Biological Sciences
University of La Reunion
Reunion Island, Overseas FranceHigh School Diploma -
University Blaise Pascal / University Laval
Clermont-Ferrand, France / Quebec, CanadaSkills
- Bioinformatics applied to primers and probe design
- Multiple sequence alignments, gene database queries, Visualization tools
- Computer literacy: Linux/Windows
- Project Specifications
- Technical Proficiency
- Developing innovative molecular multiplex assays with up to 6 fluorescent Taqman probes
- Compliance with GMPs Budget Forecasting
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Risk Evaluation
- Performance Goals
Role
Director in Research and Development | Molecular Diagnostics
Certification
- BSL3/4 Training - Lille Pasteur Institute, 2010
- Neuroscience & Infectious Diseases Training - IBRO/UNESCO School of Neuroscience, 2010
- Malaria Training - Madagascar Pasteur Institute, 2007
- qPCR Training - TATAA biocenter, France, 2007
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Intermediate (B1)
Hobbies
Travels
Tropical snorkeling
Timeline
Research and Development Director
EUROBIO SCIENTIFIC
01.2021 - Current
Research Scientist
Arbovirus Reference Lab. University Hospital of La Reunion
05.2011 - 01.2021
Molecular Technologist
Mayotte General Hospital
06.2003 - 04.2011
Ph.D. - Biological Sciences
University of La Reunion
High School Diploma -
University Blaise Pascal / University Laval
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