Valeh Mammadli

Professional Summary

Master of Science in Cell Molecular Biology with advanced abilities in data gathering, processing and analysis, hands-on lab techniques, and protocol development. Currently Visiting Lecturer at the oldest university of Azerbaijan – Baku State University and General Manager of the Molecular Diagnostics Department of VITTA Scientific Technical Company.

Skills

• Data collection, processing, and analysis
• Excellent knowledge and work proficiency with microbiological, biochemical and molecular laboratory techniques and methods
• Protocol development and optimization
• Preparation of management reports
• Proficient in English & Turkish, intermediate level in Russian and pre-intermediate level in Italian
• Academic writing, proofreading, and editing
• Basic level Python
• Microsoft Office Programs and Tools

Education

Master of Science in Cell Molecular Biology — May 2020
University of Turin – Turin, Italy

Bachelor of Science in Biology — June 2016
Baku State University – Baku, Azerbaijan

Work History

General Manager of the Molecular Diagnostics Department — April 2021 – Present
VITTA Scientific Technical Company – Baku, Azerbaijan

• Management and performance of daily operations in lab
• PCR analysis and experiments
• NGS analysis and experiments
• Development and management of laboratory protocols
• Compliance ensurance with all pertinent laws, regulations, ordinances, requirements, and standards
• Performance of complex molecular diagnostic DNA based tests
• Analysis and normalization of acquired data
• Participation and representation at international and national conferences and seminars

Medical and Scientific Manager — July 2020 – April 2021
AMADA – Azerbaijan National Anti-Doping Agency – Baku, Azerbaijan

• Management of internal activities for a portfolio of key research projects, including finalization of work plan and deliverable, monitoring progress against milestones and deliverable, and critical assessment of outcomes and anticipated future impact
• Engagement with external researchers, AMADA stakeholders, and other partners to facilitate their contributions to projects
• Close work with colleagues in other departments to coordinate AMADA development activities and subject matter expertise required to advance projects
• Work with external researchers and AMADA colleagues to assist with problem solving, risk management and collaborations
• Facilitation of meetings, foster relationships, and communicate effectively with external project teams and other partners
• Assistance with development of research projects and review of applications, including identification of external reviewers
• Assistance with evaluation of impact of research activities to support optimization of research priorities and outcomes
• Contribution to scientific workshops and expert group meetings related to anti-doping research activities
• Support to other departmental activities as required, including support for transfer of research results to operational activities (e.g., Athlete Biological Passport, Prohibited List)
• Assistance at AMADA education and outreach activities as required, by being enthusiastic, outgoing, knowledgeable and friendly representatives of AMADA and being able to appropriately manage questions on a wide range of anti-doping issues, especially regarding TUE
• Maintenance of DRO (online drug reference system)

Adjunct Lecturer – Molecular Biology — September 2021 – Present
Molecular Biology Department, Baku State University – Baku, Azerbaijan

• Lecture planning, preparation and research
• Control and assessment of the work of students
• Preparation and invigilation of exams
• Assistance to professor regarding supervision of students
• Detailed explanation of Molecular Biology and its methods
• Reading, analysis and explanation of research papers to students

Thesis Researcher — September 2019 – May 2020
Biochemistry Laboratory, University of Turin – Turin, Italy

• Purification of protein using chromatography methods like IMAC and SEC
• The goal of the project was purification, crystallization and functional characterization of a bacterial protein responsible for antibiotic resistance
• Development and optimization of protocols
• Recombinant expression of protein
• Different conditions, kits, and mediums used for crystallization experiments
• Functional characterization was done using NADPH consumption assay and HPLC
• Use of ELISA for detection of the amount of Estrone and Estradiol levels
• Collection, analysis, and normalization of data obtained using different tools
• Preparation and presentation of results and lab report

Laboratory Assistant — September 2014 – January 2015
Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences, Institute of Botany – Baku, Azerbaijan

• The main purpose of the project was the determination of phytoplasmas from samples delivered by agricultural facilities
• Literature research for experiment protocols
• Extraction and isolation of DNA from obtained samples
• Application of PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) on obtained DNA samples
• Gel Electrophoresis and UV-spec observation of the product
• Preparation of laboratory reports

English Language Tutor — December 2016 – August 2017
Greatford Languages – Baku, Azerbaijan

• Organization of syllabuses and lessons for students
• Organization of exams and evaluation of students based on results
• Research and development of the most advanced language teaching methods

Accomplishments

Regional Scholarship Winner of Republic of Italy — September 2017 – May 2020
EDISU Regional Scholarship – Turin, Piedmont, Italy

• EDISU is a regional scholarship that covers tuition costs and provides scholarships and accommodation during the education period depending on credits earned and GPA

Member of Talent Management and HR Department — January 2014 – May 2016
AIESEC in Azerbaijan – Baku, Azerbaijan

• Tracking members’ activity and evaluation
• Conducting interviews and coordination of recruitment process of new candidates

“The Student of the Year” Award — December 2013
Baku State University – Baku, Azerbaijan