Maria James

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About Maria James

Hello! As a biotechnology professional with a foundation in microbiology and molecular biology, I am now expanding my expertise in product management and startegy within the synthetic-biology industry.My academic experience includes a BSc in Microbiology, Chemistry, and Zoology followed by a Master's in Medical Microbiology from the University of Manchester, UK.My professional journey began at Rhizocore Technologies, where I was involved in lab-based R&D. Over the span of 2 years as a Laboratory Technician, I gained hands-on proficiency in mycelium culture isolations, molecular biology workflows, liquid fermentation and QC for downstream processes.Having developed a strong interest in the intersection of science and business, I transitioned towards project and product management. As a Senior Product Management Executive at Fermbox Bio, I now work on product research, market analysis, and technology evaluation for sustainable biotech products.Core Skills:• Microbiology | Molecular Biology | Fermentation | Bioprocess R&D• Product Management | Market Research | Competition Analysis• Project Planning | Vendor Management | Cross-functional Collaboration• Data Analysis | Research Strategy | Project Coordination