Cyrille Ngassam Tchamba
Seraing
Summary
Dynamic Research Director at Vesale Bioscience with expertise in project management and biostatistical analysis. Successfully led innovative animal phage therapy projects and developed probiotic products, enhancing animal health outcomes. Proven ability to coordinate complex research initiatives and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders, driving impactful scientific advancements.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Director
Vesale Bioscience / Vesale Pharma
Louvain-La-Neuve
01.2020 - Current
- Designed and coordinated animal phage therapy project targeting treatment of animal diseases.
- Developed probiotic-based products for effective management of animal diseases.
- Participated in multiple antimicrobial research projects to advance scientific knowledge.
- Coordinated diverse biotechnology projects with industrial and academic collaborators.
- Presented research findings at national and international conferences.
Research Associate
Norwegian University Life Sciences
Oslo
05.2019 - 10.2019
- Isolated and typed methicillin-resistant staphylococci from Norway.
- Conducted in vitro and in vivo susceptibility testing of MRS to lytic bacteriophages.
- Performed various laboratory tests, including classical bacteriology, PCR, DNA sequencing, and lysotyping.
- Delivered technical support to fellow researchers in laboratory settings.
- Designed innovative experiments informed by previous research and literature reviews.
Research Associate
University of Liège
Liège
03.2015 - 04.2019
- Isolated and typed methicillin-resistant staphylococci from Belgium.
- Conducted in vitro and in vivo susceptibility testing of MRS to lytic bacteriophages.
- Executed various laboratory tests, including classical bacteriology, PCR, DNA sequencing, and cell culture.
- Manipulated bacteriophages using larvae and mice for in vivo models.
- Performed biostatistical analysis on experimental data.
- Presented research outcomes at national and international conferences.
Project Manager
Bonilait protein
Dakar
03.2009 - 11.2009
- Oversaw milk production project and quality control from collection to processing.
- Developed skills in group organization, hygiene control, and bacteriological analysis.
- Functioned professionally in rural environments, fostering communication with farmers.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines efficiently.
- Ensured effective stakeholder communication to meet project goals on time and within budget.
Quality Manager
Marepeche SA
Dakar
06.2007 - 02.2009
- Quality control of fish, and management of the preparation process.
- Skills developed: implementation of the HACCP system, biochemical, and bacteriological tests.
- Ability to work professionally under stressful conditions.
- Managed internal audit program, identifying non-conformances and leading corrective action plans.
- Provided technical guidance on quality control activities to support efficient operations.
Education
Ph.D - veterinary sciences
University of Liège (ULiege)
Belgium01.2019
FELASA "C" Certificate - Laboratory Animals Experimentation
ULiege
Belgium01.2014
Certificate - Scientific Research
ULiege
Belgium01.2013
Master degree - Management of Animal And Plant Resources
ULiege
Belgium01.2011
M.D. - Doctor of Veterinary Medecine
EISMV of Dakar
Senegal01.2007
Skills
- Project management
- Biostatistical analysis
- Animal health research
- Laboratory testing
- Research coordination
- Probiotic development
- Antimicrobial research
Other Skills
Computer skills, Driving License
Accomplishments
- Creation and development of the veterinary department of Vesale Bioscience, with a main project on phage therapy for bovine mastitis
- Author and co-author of several scientific publications in international journals with high impact factors, with a list of publications available upon request
- Participation in more than 30 international conferences in Europe, America, and Asia (list available upon request)
- Winner of several awards (FARAH Days 2018, Liège, Belgium; Phage Future 2020, Washington, DC, USA)
- Supervision of PhD students at the University of Liège in veterinary microbiology
- Conception and success of the Bonilait Protein project, and contribution to the improvement of milk production and quality in Senegal
Leadership Roles
- Organization of the 1st 'Phage Academy,' Vésale Bioscience in the pharmaceutical industry, Namur, Belgium, 2023
- Organization of the 7th International Conference on Animal Microbiology, Belgium, 2016
- President of the Association of Veterinary Students for Fair Trade, Dakar, Senegal, 2005–2006
- President of the Association of Christian Veterinary Students, Dakar, Senegal, 2004-2007
Profile
Ph.D. Veterinary sciences, with a focus on veterinary microbiology (bacteriology, virology, genomic analysis), I have more than eight years of experience in phage therapy research (in vitro and in vivo model experiments) and excellent writing skills (author and co-author of several published articles)
Complementary Master's in Animal and Plant Resources Management, with a focus on biopharma and agro-industrial project management, I have more than five years of experience as a project manager in the biopharmaceutical industry
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, with a focus on animal health, nutrition, and production, and more than 5 years of experience as a research director in the One Health framework
Certification
- FELASA "C", master of experiment on laboratory animals
Languages
French
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
German
Elementary (A2)
A2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Research Director
Vesale Bioscience / Vesale Pharma
01.2020 - Current
Research Associate
Norwegian University Life Sciences
05.2019 - 10.2019
Research Associate
University of Liège
03.2015 - 04.2019
Project Manager
Bonilait protein
03.2009 - 11.2009
Quality Manager
Marepeche SA
06.2007 - 02.2009
Ph.D - veterinary sciences
University of Liège (ULiege)
FELASA "C" Certificate - Laboratory Animals Experimentation
ULiege
Certificate - Scientific Research
ULiege
Master degree - Management of Animal And Plant Resources
ULiege
M.D. - Doctor of Veterinary Medecine
EISMV of Dakar
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