Karelle Celes MBIGHA D.

Associate Researcher @ Procter and Gamble (P&G)

Brussels, Belgium

Biomedical researcher with over six years of experience in molecular biology and bioinformatics in regulated environments. Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects with international teams, ensuring precision, compliance, and accountability. Very organised, analytical, and solution-oriented. I thrive in collaborative settings that demand scientific accuracy and critical thinking.

Top roles

Developer / Programmer2 - 5 years

Back-end

Python

Bash

R / Matlab / SPSS

Systems

Microsoft SQL Server

Microsoft 365 / Office 365

ETL Datawarehouse

DataStage

Language

Fluent English

English

Fluent

French

Fluent

Dutch

Average

Work experience

Since 2016

Associate Researcher @ Procter and Gamble (P&G)

01 September 2025 - 28 February 2026

R&D project: Perfume capsules for detergents, including batch making (emulsion, mineralisation and curing) and characterisation at both laboratory and pilot scales.

Researcher @ Rega Institute, KU Leuven

01 November 2020 - 28 February 2025

Research projects on mosquito microbiome-host interactions and environmental factors contributing to disease control strategies.

Associate Researcher @ Biotechnology Unit, University of Buea

01 July 2019 - 30 September 2020

Research focus: Projects on Onchocerciasis using clinical samples, contributing to improved diagnostic and disease control strategies.

English Teacher (Part-Time) @ Anucam Center for International Education (AICE)

01 July 2019 - 30 September 2020

Trained 30+ students for English proficiency exams (IELTS and TOEFL) with international university admissions standards.

Hospital laboratory technician @ Regional Hospital, Buea

01 June 2016 - 01 September 2017

Managed sample collection, labelling, and handling; routine clinical screening adhering to ISO/GLP.

Education experience

Since 2014

Biomedical Science @ KU Leuven

01 January 2020 - 31 December 2025

PhD in Biomedical Science focusing on disease control strategies.

Microbiology @ University of Buea

01 January 2017 - 31 December 2019

MSc in Microbiology with a focus on clinical samples.

Microbiology @ University of Buea

01 January 2014 - 31 December 2017

BSc in Microbiology covering fundamental microbiological concepts.

Karelle Celes MBIGHA D.

Top roles

Back-end

Systems

ETL Datawarehouse

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