Dr. Svetlana Nikolic Poligenis
Düsseldorf,NW
Summary
Results-driven leader with positive attitude and passion for providing high-quality advice and guidance to clients. Possesses excellent problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills.
The advisor highly effective at analyzing data and trends to make timely, useful and effective recommendations. Innovative professional with expertise based on successful academic and entrepreneurial business career.
Throughout my career, I have sought to combine teaching, science, and innovation for the benefit of environmental protection and better quality of life.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Scientific Advisor
Global Entrepreneurship Center GmbH
02.2022 - 03.2024
Science and Sustainability Department
- Technical assessment of the start-up companies during selection phase of innovation calls
- Technical due diligence of the start-up companies
- Installation of new laboratories and provision of assistance to start-up companies requiring such facilities
- Providing expertise and support on operational projects such as new GEC Technology Center
- Creation and expansion of the global network of different service providers for the start-up companies (laboratories, pilot plant centers, different engineering and project management offices), as well as the global network of experts and mentors (in the areas of Nutrition & Agriculture, Textile, Mobility & Transportation, Building & Sustainable Living)
Research Associate
Faculty Of Technology And Metallurgy
07.2010 - 05.2018
Department of Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering
- Research activities: Eight national projects funded by the Ministry in charge, Republic of Serbia and one international project "Improving the production of chemicals from renewable biomass", Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy – NR China (Sustainable Technology Research Center, Shanghai Advanced Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences).
- Teaching activities: "Biotechnology Practicum", "Laboratory Practicum", "Biotechnological Processes", "Food Analysis" and "Biofuels"- theory and laboratory practice. Member of the Commission of one Master Thesis. Supervision of several graduate thesis.
- Online reference lists and publications are available online on Google Scholar (h-index 20, 1700 citations) and Research Gate (h-index 19, 1259 citations).
Research Assistant
Faculty Of Technology And Metallurgy
07.2008 - 07.2010
Department of Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering
- Research activities: Three national projects funded by Ministry of Science and Technology, Republic of Serbia and Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management of Republic Serbia, Republic Directorate for Water.
- Teaching activities: "Microbiology", "Biotechnological Practicum", "Laboratory Practicum" and "Pharmaceutical Biotechnology"- Laboratory Practice. Participation in the several graduate thesis.
Junior Researcher
Faculty Of Technology And Metallurgy
07.2005 - 07.2008
Department of Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering
- Research Activities: Two national projects funded by Ministry Of Science and Environmental protection, Serbia.
- Teaching activities: "Industrial Microbiology with Genetics " and "Microbiology" - Laboratory practice
Education
Ph.D. - Biotechnology/Biofuels
Faculty of Technology And Metallurgy
University Of Belgrade, Serbia12.2009
Master of Science - Biotechnology And Biochemical Engineering
Faculty of Technology And Metallurgy
University Of Belgrade, Serbia05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Biotechnology And Biochemical Engineering
Faculty of Technology And Metallurgy
University Of Belgrade, Serbia2004
Skills
- Analytical thinking – utilize strong analytical skills to identify and solve complex problems
- Time management – efficiently manage multiple client engagements and deadlines, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables while maintaining healthy life/work balance
- Effective communication – excellent interpersonal and communication skills utilized in building relationships with clients and cross-functional teams
- Built and maintained relationships with clients to provide ongoing support; work very close with industry and subject matter experts
- Providing support in advising different clients from “global players” to start-up companies
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and regulations, ensuring accurate advice is provided to clients at all times
- Thinking both analytically and creatively and focus on finding solutions to all challenges
- Creative and open-minded character with entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to think out of the box
- The friendly and balanced nature, which contributed significantly to a good working atmosphere
Hobbies and Interests
Writing, Reading, Painting, Fitness, Astrology, Sustainability, Animal Welfare
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Intermediate (B1)
Serbian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Senior Scientific Advisor
Global Entrepreneurship Center GmbH
02.2022 - 03.2024
Research Associate
Faculty Of Technology And Metallurgy
07.2010 - 05.2018
Research Assistant
Faculty Of Technology And Metallurgy
07.2008 - 07.2010
Junior Researcher
Faculty Of Technology And Metallurgy
07.2005 - 07.2008
Ph.D. - Biotechnology/Biofuels
Faculty of Technology And Metallurgy
Master of Science - Biotechnology And Biochemical Engineering
Faculty of Technology And Metallurgy
Bachelor of Arts - Biotechnology And Biochemical Engineering
Faculty of Technology And Metallurgy
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