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EVANGELOS SAMAKIDIS

Stockholm

Summary

Reliable professional with genuine interest in biomedical industry. Adept in team management and mentoring, ensured GMP compliance and vast experience in high-quality molecular diagnostic device production. Leveraged strong decision-making, fostering continuous improvement and growth within teams. Fluent in multiple languages, excellence in fast-paced environments while interacting easily with all personality types.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Product Quality Control (PQC) Supervisor

Cepheid AB
01.2023 - Current
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to coordinate effectively a team of 11 analysts and organize workflows.
  • Ensured compliance with GMP rules, product specifications and regulatory requirements (ISO 13485:2016, ISO 9001:2015).
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department aiming in manufacturing molecular diagnostic devices of consistent and high quality for the patients.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.

Lead Quality Control - In Process Testing Analyst

Cepheid AB
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Promoted a culture of continuous learning within the team by organizing training sessions on testing methodologies and tools, fostering professional growth and development.
  • Enhanced team productivity with clearly defined roles and responsibilities during the testing process, fostering a collaborative work environment conducive to success.
  • Investigated functionality issues and compiled detailed analysis for higher quality production of molecular diagnostic devices.

Quality Control - In Process Testing Analyst

Cepheid AB
12.2020 - 02.2022
  • Provided training to new hires on quality control procedures, fostering a culture of excellence within the team.
  • Enhanced product quality by conducting thorough analyses and implementing corrective actions.

Research Associate

Karolinksa Institute
09.2018 - 11.2020
  • Developed extensive knowledge within the laboratory environment (DNA/RNA extraction, Western Blotting, Cell culture, Real time qPCR, cDNA synthesis).
  • Presented research findings at industry conferences about my main research topic “The brown adipose tissue in obese females and males – Effect of estrogen treatment”.

Research Assistant

Department of Endocrinology in Military Hospital
09.2016 - 07.2017
  • Clinical experiences at the Department of Endocrinology in 401 Military Hospital of Athens: type 1 and type 2 diabetes and thyroid-related endocrinological ailments.

Education

Master of Science - Biosciences

Karolinska Institute
Stockholm, Sweden
06.2019

Bachelor of Science - Department of Nutrition And Dietetics

Harokopio University
Athens, Greece
07.2015

Skills

  • Goal-Oriented
  • Teamwork and team management
  • Decision-Making
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Excellent Communication

Languages

Greek
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Swedish
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Product Quality Control (PQC) Supervisor

Cepheid AB
01.2023 - Current

Lead Quality Control - In Process Testing Analyst

Cepheid AB
03.2022 - 12.2022

Quality Control - In Process Testing Analyst

Cepheid AB
12.2020 - 02.2022

Research Associate

Karolinksa Institute
09.2018 - 11.2020

Research Assistant

Department of Endocrinology in Military Hospital
09.2016 - 07.2017

Master of Science - Biosciences

Karolinska Institute

Bachelor of Science - Department of Nutrition And Dietetics

Harokopio University
EVANGELOS SAMAKIDIS