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Kaan Ozturk

Research Associate

Kaan Ozturk
Schwülper, Germany

Experience

Jan 2020 - Apr 2025
5 years 4 months
Schwülper, Germany

Research Associate

Uniklinik Münster

  • Led a research project on investigating factors modulating HPV16 infection in keratinocytes by using microscopy and omics approaches.
  • Curated and analysed RNAseq and mass-spec data and performed pathway analysis to identify target proteins.
  • Responsible for the operation, proper maintenance, functionality and user training of microscopes and FACS equipment.
  • Mentored master students on their thesis on how cell-ECM interactions play a role in HPV susceptibility in keratinocytes.
Sep 2017 - Dec 2019
2 years 4 months
İstanbul, Turkey

Research Assistant

Yeditepe University

  • Designed a project to study effects of SNPs on metastatic cancer progression in vitro using the CRISPR-Cas system.
  • Handled patient blood samples, purified DNA and analysed mutations using gel electrophoresis.
  • Trained and mentored undergraduate students on cell biology and molecular biology laboratory courses.
  • Wrote and published a research article in an indexed journal on this topic.
Sep 2014 - Jun 2017
2 years 10 months
İstanbul, Turkey

Research Scholar

Yeditepe University

  • Scanned protein database and identified enzyme active sites that could show promiscuous activity towards MBH reaction using SABER.
  • Performed molecular docking on selected proteins using AutoDock Vina.
  • Carried out short (10 ns) molecular dynamics simulations in Amber12 to evaluate substrate-ligand interactions of selected hit proteins.

Summary

Interdisciplinary scientist with a strong background in molecular biology, cancer biology, virology, and computational chemistry. Four years of experience in advanced fluorescence/live-cell microscopy, combined with robust image analysis skills using Fiji, CellProfiler and Imaris, including writing scripts for data analysis. Proven ability to manage complex microscope systems and flow cytometer, train users, and collaborate across research teams. Passionate about integrating computational and experimental approaches to solve biological problems with a data-driven mindset and hands-on spirit.

Skills

Technical Skills:

  • Flow Cytometry
  • Mammalian Cell Culture
  • Primary Cell Culture
  • Microscopy (Fluorescence, Tirf, Confocal, Live)
  • Rnaseq Analysis
  • Mass-spec Analysis
  • Pcr
  • Sds-page
  • Western Blot
  • Dna/rna Extraction
  • Transfection & Protein Expression
  • Icc
  • Virus Production (Psv)
  • Molecular Dynamics Simulations
  • Protein Docking

It/computer Skills:

  • Python (Pandas)
  • R
  • Matlab
  • Imaris
  • Fiji
  • Cellprofiler
  • Graphpad
  • Autodock Vina
  • Amber Molecular Dynamics

Microscopes:

  • Dragonfly High Speed Confocal Microscope (Oxford Instruments)
  • Ixplore Ix83/tirf (Olympus)
  • Imagexpress Micro Confocal Microscope (Molecular Devices)
  • Lsm900 Laser Confocal Microscope (Zeiss)
  • Spinning Disk Confocal Microscope (Zeiss)

Soft Skills:

  • Scientific Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Project Planning & Coordination
  • Attention To Details & Methodical Work

Languages

Turkish
Native
English
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Education

Jan 2020 - Apr 2025

Münster University

Ph.D. · Cellular Virology · Münster, Germany

Sep 2017 - Dec 2019

Yeditepe University

M.Sc. · Biotechnology · İstanbul, Turkey

Sep 2014 - Jun 2017

Yeditepe University

B.Sc., Double major · Chemical Engineering · İstanbul, Turkey

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Where is Kaan based?

Kaan is based in Schwülper, Germany.

What languages does Kaan speak?

Kaan speaks the following languages: Turkish (Native), English (Advanced), German (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Kaan have?

Kaan has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Kaan has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 2 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 5 months. Note that Kaan may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Kaan be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Kaan would be well-suited for roles such as: Research Associate, Research Assistant, Research Scholar.

What is Kaan's latest experience?

Kaan's most recent position is Research Associate at Uniklinik Münster.

What companies has Kaan worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Kaan has worked for Uniklinik Münster.

Which industries is Kaan most experienced in?

Kaan is most experienced in industries like Healthcare, Biotechnology, and Education.

Which business areas is Kaan most experienced in?

Kaan is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development (R&D) and Project Management.

Which industries has Kaan worked in recently?

Kaan has recently worked in industries like Healthcare.

Which business areas has Kaan worked in recently?

Kaan has recently worked in business areas like Project Management and Research and Development (R&D).

What is Kaan's education?

Kaan holds a Doctorate in Cellular Virology from Münster University, a Master in Biotechnology from Yeditepe University, a Bachelor in Chemical Engineering from Yeditepe University and a Bachelor in Genetics & Bioengineering from Yeditepe University.

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Kaan is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

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