Fereydoon T.
Postdoctoral Researcher & Scientific Project Coordinator
Experience
Feb 2021 - Sep 2025
4 years 8 monthsHeidelberg, Germany
Postdoctoral Researcher & Scientific Project Coordinator
Institute for Molecular Systems Engineering, Heidelberg University
- Managed and coordinated a research group of 6 scientists, aligning computational and experimental pipelines across multiple labs
- Developed high-performance Python frameworks for biophysical simulations, achieving >50% runtime reduction compared to MATLAB baselines
- Integrated machine learning algorithms to classify and predict cell migration behaviors, improving model accuracy by ~25%
- Streamlined reporting workflows using automated data extraction and visualization, cutting manual documentation time by 40%
- Published in Advanced Functional Materials (2023), Advanced Healthcare Materials (2024), and Bioactive Materials (accepted 2026)
Jul 2020 - Jan 2021
7 monthsHeidelberg, Germany
Postdoctoral Researcher
Center for Molecular Biology (ZMBH), Heidelberg University
- Designed a web interface for rapid SARS-CoV-2 diagnostics based on LAMP testing
- Integrated imaging outputs and backend logic into a scalable prototype system
Feb 2015 - Nov 2019
4 years 10 monthsHeidelberg, Germany
Doctoral Researcher
German Cancer Research Center (dkfz.)
- Developed and applied custom algorithms and simulations to analyze chromatin dynamics from terabytes of SPIM-FCS data
- Modeled anomalous diffusion and particle motion in viscoelastic media, contributing to a better understanding of nuclear architecture
Dec 2013 - Nov 2014
1 yearTehran, Iran, Islamic Republic of
Junior Project Manager
Ircast
- Oversaw industrial projects, including detailed data reporting and stakeholder updates
- Applied C++ to simulate, validate, and optimize process performance
Mar 2012 - Jan 2013
11 monthsBrussels, Belgium
Research Assistant
Université libre de Bruxelles
- Developed high-quality, robust numerical programs (C++) and implemented a complete data analysis pipeline in Python for post-processing and validating experimental results
- Conducted sensitivity and uncertainty analysis relevant to predictive simulations
Summary
Computational scientist with a PhD in Physics and 10+ years of experience managing and executing complex, data-intensive research projects across biophysics, material science, and applied AI. Proven ability to plan, align, and deliver multi-stakeholder scientific programs from concept to publication. Combines hands-on expertise in Python-based modeling, machine learning, and numerical optimization with a strong record of cross-functional coordination, reproducible pipelines, and quantitative reporting. Passionate about translating research into scalable and impactful AI technologies.
Skills
- Python, R, C/c++
- Matlab, Sql
- Regression, Hypothesis Testing
- Statistical Time-series Analysis
- Machine Learning
- Causal Inference
- Model Training Pipelines
- Ai/ml Explainability
- Ai/ml Frameworks
- Familiarity Prompt Evaluation
- Reproducible Research Workflows
- Pytorch, Tensorflow, Scipy
- Pandas, Numpy, Scikit-learn, Git, Linux
- Strategic Alignment: Definition And Refinement Of Research Scopes, Objectives, And Milestones In Multi-team Environments For >10 Cross-disciplinary Projects
- Goal Tracking: Establishment Of Progress Metrics, Timelines, And Review Cycles To Ensure Measurable Outcomes
- Cross-team Integration: Coordination Between Algorithm Developers, Engineers, And Researchers For Cohesive Project Delivery Across 4 International Teams
- Algorithmic Development: Designed And Deployed >15 Analytical And Simulation Algorithms (Python, Numpy, Pytorch, Scipy) For Data Modeling
- Ai/ml Understanding: Solid Grasp Of Machine Learning Pipelines, Data Preprocessing, And Model Evaluation Principles For Large-scale Biological Datasets
- Tech Translation: Ability To Bridge Research-level Prototypes With Production-oriented Engineering Goals
- Planning & Execution: Design Of Roadmaps, Deliverables, And Quality Checkpoints For Multi-phase Projects
- Stakeholder Communication: Effective Liaison Between Technical And Non-technical Stakeholders To Ensure Clarity And Alignment
- Agile Collaboration: Familiar With Iterative Research Processes And The Integration Of Continuous Feedback Loops
- Documentation & Reporting: Authored And Coauthored >10 Publications And >20 Internal Reports Bridging Computation And Applied Research
- Mentorship: Supervised 4 Msc Students And Co-trained 12 Researchers In Computational Methods And Research Management
- Scientific Outreach: Regular Presenter At Interdisciplinary Conferences And Stakeholder Review Meetings
Languages
Persian
NativeEnglish
AdvancedGerman
IntermediateItalian
IntermediateFrench
ElementaryEducation
Oct 2015 - Jun 2019
Heidelberg University
Doctor of Natural Science in Physics, Dr. rer. nat. · Physics · Heidelberg, Germany
Oct 2010 - Jun 2012
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M.sc. in Mathematical Modeling in Engineering (Mathmods) · Mathematical Modeling in Engineering (Mathmods) · Gdańsk, Poland
Oct 2004 - Jun 2009
Sharif University of Technology
B.sc. in Mathematics · Mathematics · Tehran, Iran, Islamic Republic of
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