
Asim Siddiqui
Pharmaceutical / Bio-tech
About Asim Siddiqui:
A seasoned research scientist with a proven track record of success in bioanalysis, ADME, and clinical pharmacology within regulated environments. With expertise in bioanalytical method development and validation across various platforms, including MSD, Gyrolab, and ELISA, I excel in leading teams to deliver high-quality results. My ability to manage externally outsourced projects, coupled with strong communication and teamwork skills honed through collaborations and authorships, positions me as a valuable asset capable of driving scientific excellence and achieving strategic objectives.
Experience
PRINCIPAL SCIENTIST II 01/2023 - Present
Novartis, London, UK
- Lead internal Novartis team in enabling matrix collaboration on projects requiring method developments and validations for clinical trials’ sample analyses.
- Oversee technology transfer of internally developed PK & ADA assays to external partners and CROs.
- Contribute to projects and workstreams within scientific and early development initiatives.
TEAM LEAD 12/2021 – 01/2023
Gyroscope Therapeutics (later acquired by Novartis), London, UK
- Developed and validated immunogenicity assays against gene therapy vectors- AAV6 & AAV8.
- Conceived experiments to implement project strategy that led to “go” or “no go” decisions.
- Supported and trained matrix direct reports and junior collaborators in bioanalytical method development.
SCIENTIST I 05/2020 – 12/2021
AstraZeneca
- Provided analytical support for biotherapeutic projects, developing and validating immunoassays (PK, ADA, and Biomarker).
- Assessed drug immunogenicity in support of Non-GLP and GLP pharmacology and toxicity.
- Prepared GLP/GCP documentation e.g., SOPs, plans, and reports.
SENIOR SCIENTIST 12/2019 – 05/2020
Covance, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, UK
- Conducted immunogenicity and toxicity analysis of pre-clinical and clinical samples on multiple platforms - ELISA, GYROS, MSD, and Luminex.
- Developed and validated analytical methods for Biomarkers, PK, ADA, and NAb assays.
- Presented work, wrote reports, and trained junior staff.
CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (CRA) 06/2019 – 12/2019
Micron Research, Ely, Cambridgeshire, UK
- Provided operational support to clinical studies and start-up activities.
- Reviewed Budgets and contracts, MSA, confidentiality agreements (CDAs), clinical trial contracts.
- Developed and Reviewed Clinical protocols, reports, and Central lab methods.
TRAVELLING AND RELOCATION (from California, USA to United Kingdom) 10/2018 – 06/2019
ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST 12/2017 – 10/2018
MedImmune-AstraZeneca, South San Francisco, California, USA
- Developed, validated, and conducted Biomarker & cell-based assays for potential pharmacodynamic markers and neutralizing antibodies.
- Analysed bio-analytical samples for clinical samples in support of Non-GLP and GLP pharmacology and toxicology studies.
- Authored Standard Operating Procedures, validated protocols, and reports.
Education
PhD (Interdisciplinary Biochemistry/ Immunology/ Molecular Biology) - AIIMS, New Delhi, India
Master in Science (M.Sc.) in Biochemistry - Department of Biochemistry, AMU University, India
Certificate in “Pharmacology Essentials” – Harvard Medical School Online Education
Certificate in “Clinical Trials Design and Management”- University of California Santa Cruz Ext’n
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