Mahdi Yaghoobi
Leuven
Summary
Results-oriented scientist with 7+ years of multidisciplinary experience in analytical chemistry, natural product research, and pharmaceutical R&D. Proven track record in method development (HPLC, HRMS, GCMS), regulatory compliance (EU, GMP), and chromatographic scale-up of plant-based compounds. Adept at bridging academic innovation with industry needs in biotech and pharma environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Internship Researcher – Functional Beverages
BAR.ON
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Researched bioactive compounds for beverage applications focusing on health benefits, stability, and EU compliance.
- Assessed ingredient interactions and regulatory boundaries; supported supplier sourcing and product formulation.
R&D Specialist – Analytical Chemistry
Dina Pharmed
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Developed and validated analytical methods using HPLC and LC-MS to support pharmaceutical QC.
- Performed risk assessments for in-house methods and conducted stability studies aligned with ICH guidelines.
Project Manager – Plant Extraction & Purification
Institute of Medicinal Plants (IMP)
01.2018 - 04.2021
- Directed five R&D projects to optimize chromatographic purification of plant actives.
- Designed and launched a pilot-scale extraction system for Phenyl Ethyl Alcohol.
Laboratory Manager – Natural Products Analysis
University of Kashan
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Supervised analytical lab operations and mentored graduate students in instrumentation (HPLC, GC-MS).
- Conducted QC and extraction process evaluations for essential oils.
Education
Scholarship Student - Synthesis Guanidine And Triazole Scaffolds For Targeting Stress Response Pathways in Gram-Negative Bacteria
Ku Leuven University
Leuven, Belgium04.2025
Ph.D. - Phytochemistry
Shahid Beheshti University
Tehran02.2024
Skills
- Analytical Method Development (HPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS)
- Quality Control & GMP Compliance
- Natural Products & Functional Ingredients
- EU Regulatory Standards & Supplier Qualification
- Project & Lab Management
- Python for Data Analysis & Chemometrics
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Dutch
Elementary (A2)
Persian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Kurdish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Internship Researcher – Functional Beverages
BAR.ON
06.2024 - 04.2025
R&D Specialist – Analytical Chemistry
Dina Pharmed
10.2022 - 10.2023
Project Manager – Plant Extraction & Purification
Institute of Medicinal Plants (IMP)
01.2018 - 04.2021
Laboratory Manager – Natural Products Analysis
University of Kashan
09.2015 - 09.2016
Scholarship Student - Synthesis Guanidine And Triazole Scaffolds For Targeting Stress Response Pathways in Gram-Negative Bacteria
Ku Leuven University
Ph.D. - Phytochemistry
Shahid Beheshti University
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