Shabnam Tarvirdipour

Scientist with a PhD in Medicinal Chemistry/Nanoscience and a strong background in pharmaceutical research. Curious, results-driven, and always exploring new ways to improve healthcare. Currently, I am looking to contribute my skills and knowledge to dynamic opportunities and impactful projects in Dubai and Abu Dhabi at pharma, biotech or healthcare sector.

PhD-qualified Nanoscientist with over 7 years of research and applied experience in pharmaceutical development, drug formulation, and biomedical applications. Proven expertise in organic chemistry, nanomaterials synthesis, drug delivery systems, and laboratory management. Experienced in leading R&D projects, experimental design, data analysis, and scientific reporting, with a strong track record of translating research into practical healthcare solutions.

Skilled in analytical techniques, characterization methods, and process optimization, with hands-on experience in pharmaceutical labs, quality control, and regulatory-compliant workflows. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring junior researchers, and managing project timelines to achieve measurable outcomes. Strong focus on innovation, problem-solving, and driving efficiency in drug development pipelines.

Joint Student at University of Basel (Department of Chemistry) and ETH Zurich (Department of Biosystem Science and Engineering),

Swiss Nanoscience Institute (SNI) PhD Student,

Thesis: Rational Design and Development of  Self-Assembling Peptid Amphiphiles for Gene Therapy