Ante Markovina

• Lead the DFG-funded project, focusing on the development of nanogel-based drug delivery systems for hydrophobic therapeutics.
• Engineered amphiphilic polymers and performed detailed physicochemical characterizations using NMR, GPC, FTIR, UV-VIS, MS-QToF, DLS, etc.
• Prepared SOPs and calibration protocols; managed the qualification and maintenance of analytical instrumentation.
• Mentored undergraduate and graduate students, guiding research projects and fostering academic growth.
• Published peer-reviewed articles to enhance understanding of advanced drug delivery mechanisms.
• Assisted in writing grant proposals for additional funding opportunities for ongoing projects.

#DrugDelivery #Nanomedicine #PolymerDevelopment #AnalyticalTechniques #GLPCompliance #SOP #InstrumentationMaintenance #PhysicochemicalCharacterization #AcademicSupervision #ScientificPublications #ProjectLeadership

• Project management of EU Horizon 2020 Marie Curie ITN with industrial partners (Novo Nordisk, Eckert & Ziegler Radiopharma).
• Designed polymer-based drug delivery systems for targeted radiopharmaceuticals in Alzheimer’s disease.
• Led cross-functional collaboration, budgeting, and regulatory compliance.
• Developed analytical methods and quality control protocols for translational research.
• Performed organic synthesis and polymer characterization for pretargeted imaging and therapy.

#ProjectManagement #Radiopharmaceuticals #PolymerChemistry #DrugDelivery #AnalyticalDevelopment #Nanomedicines #R&D #Criticalthinking

• Led business development activities across European markets, focusing on small molecule and sterile CDMO services.
• Secured 8 new client accounts, generating over €4M in new revenue and expanding presence in strategic markets.
• Achieved a 25% lead-to-contract conversion rate and expanded pipeline by over €10M.
• Developed and delivered 30+ tailored proposals, aligning technical solutions with client project requirements.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to reduce onboarding cycle time by 25%, improving client. satisfaction and speed-to-project.

#BusinessDevelopment #CDMO #SmallMolecules #ClientAcquisition #SalesGrowth #LeadConversion #ProposalDevelopment #CrossFunctionalCollaboration #RevenueGrowth #PharmaSales #MarketExpansion #ProjectManagement

• Working as a leading scientist for the analytical laboratory of a CRO company on an international project for the discovery of new antibiotics.
• Conducted analytical testing and stability studies on pharmaceutical compounds, ensuring compliance with GMP/GLP standards.
• Developed and validated analytical methods, contributing to the optimization of quality control processes.
• Documented findings, in accordance with regulatory requirements, supporting product development and approval.

#AnalyticalTesting #HPLC #LCMS #QToF #GMPCompliance #MethodDevelopment #QualityControl #RegulatoryCompliance #ProductDevelopment #GLP #SOP #ProjectLeadership #LIMS #PharmaR&D

• Designed, authored, and delivered Analytical Chemistry laboratory courses to over 400 students per year, focusing on hands-on experience with modern analytical instruments.
• Mentored students and led several departmental research projects.
• Collaborated on the development of departmental . and quality assurance protocols, enhancing laboratory efficiency.

#TeachingAssistant #ResearchLeadership #StudentMentorship #AnalyticalChemistry #LabTraining #CourseDevelopment

• Testing of APIs stability samples in compliance with ICH, EU, US and country specific cGMP regulations, within the specified deadlines.
• Validation of Excel tables (preparation table and writing protocol validation).
• Reporting of analytical data and completing all relevant QC documentation according to GMP and GLP practices.

• Performed chemical analyses of raw materials and finished products to ensure quality compliance.
• Developed and implemented SOPs and calibration protocols according to cGLP standards.
• Maintained and calibrated analytical instruments to guarantee accurate testing.

#QC #cGLP #Calibration #SOP #AnalyticalChemistry #HPLC #GCMS

• Managed product marketing and distribution strategies across south EU markets, driving business growth.
• Developed digital and B2B campaigns, enhancing brand visibility and customer engagement.
• Trained distributors and coordinated pricing strategies, optimizing sales performance.
• Forecasted market trends and adjusted business plans accordingly, ensuring competitive positioning.

#Strategy #SalesManagement #MarketAnalysis #B2B #DirectMarketing #AccountManagement #Sales #Negotiation #B2C #DirectSales #SalesGrowth