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Theresa Too

Assistant Regional Scientific Affairs Manager
Subang Jaya, Selangor

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at DPO International, excelling in team leadership and strategic planning. Proven track record in product innovation and market research, leveraging scientific expertise to drive business growth. Skilled in operations management and analytical techniques, fostering cross-functional collaboration to achieve impactful results.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Regional Scientific Affairs Manager

DPO International
09.2024 - Current

• Product Training & Sales Enablement: Designed and delivered comprehensive in-house training programs focused on product unique selling points (USPs), enhancing the technical competency and confidence of the Sales team. Collaborated with principals to provide targeted technical training on functional ingredients, ensuring alignment with product positioning and customer needs.

• Scientific Support for New Product Development: Provided scientific expertise in formula development by evaluating ingredient suitability, efficacy, and dosage based on current research and market demand. Supported cross-functional teams throughout the product innovation lifecycle, from ideation to formulation.

• Market Research & Innovation Strategy: Conducted in-depth research on emerging market trends and consumer behavior to guide product innovation and strategic direction. Delivered actionable insights to support the conceptualization and development of new products tailored to market needs.

• Business Intelligence & Strategic Insights: Analyzed customer portfolios to uncover key business opportunities and developed strategic recommendations for internal stakeholders.

• Product Database Management: Oversaw system troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives for product databases, ensuring data accuracy and operational efficiency.

• Cross-Departmental Communication & Social Media Support: Created engaging content to showcase departmental expertise and promote integrated service offerings across digital platforms, reinforcing the company’s position as a full-suite market enabler.

Research and Development Manager

CK Ingredients
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Spearheaded the R&D formulation team in the development of new products, ensuring alignment with market needs and scientific rigor.
  • Evaluated competitor products to identify differentiation opportunities and inform strategic product positioning.
  • Conducted comprehensive market analyses to uncover emerging trends and guide future R&D direction.
  • Collaborated with Sales & Marketing to define project goals and priorities, ensuring cross-functional alignment throughout the development cycle.
  • Planned and executed key product tests and identified critical control points (CCPs) to support formulation improvements and technical troubleshooting.
  • Established robust testing protocols for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods to ensure product quality and consistency.
  • Trained Sales & Marketing teams on newly developed products, equipping them with technical knowledge and supporting the creation of targeted sales strategies.
  • Oversaw complex research projects, analyzed findings, and provided actionable recommendations to support innovation and business growth.
  • Assessed project scope, timelines, and budgets to ensure efficient execution and resource optimization.
  • Built and led high-performing teams through strategic recruitment, targeted training, and ongoing professional development initiatives.

Assistant Manager

Novugen Pharma
05.2023 - 09.2023


  • Oversaw the processing, prioritization, and delegation of analytical requests, ensuring timely execution and data integrity prior to submission.
  • Led the development of new analytical test methods, establishing critical parameters to assess product performance throughout development and commercialization stages.
  • Specialized in advanced analytical techniques, particularly HPLC, to support robust method development and validation.
  • Designed and executed pre-validation protocols, ensuring readiness for transfer to Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) for routine testing.
  • Contributed to the strategic planning and execution of analytical frameworks for new and prospective projects, aligning technical capabilities with business objectives.

Senior Analytical Chemist

Novugen Pharma
09.2019 - 05.2023
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize product development cycles and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Enhanced laboratory efficiency by streamlining analytical processes and implementing new testing methodologies.
  • Established strong working relationships with vendors to secure cost-effective procurement of consumables and equipment parts.
  • Directed the processing, prioritization, and delegation of analytical testing requests, ensuring timely execution and compliance with quality standards.
  • Reviewed and validated analytical data to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulatory and scientific thresholds prior to formal submission.
  • Led the development of advanced analytical test methods to evaluate critical attributes of drug substances and drug products, with a focus on HPLC and complementary techniques.
  • Designed and executed pre-validation protocols to ensure method robustness before transfer to Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) for routine application.
  • Contributed to the strategic planning and implementation of analytical frameworks for new and prospective R&D projects, aligning technical capabilities with business objectives.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to support analytical strategy development, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and commercialization goals.
  • Develop protocols to calibrate and maintain or verify the performance of analytical instruments.

Analytical Chemist

Novugen Pharma
08.2017 - 09.2019
  • Performed analysis of pharmaceutical finished products using various methods to test for purity.
  • Assisted in the development of new non-compendial analytical methods.
  • Conduct routine analysis and stability studies.
  • Conduct scheduled calibration and performance maintenance of analytical instruments as per protocol.

Analytical Chemist

Y.S.P Inductries
06.2015 - 08.2017
  • Performed analysis of pharmaceutical finished products using various methods to test for purity.
  • Assisted in the development of new non-compendial analytical methods.
  • Conduct routine analysis and stability studies.
  • Conduct scheduled calibration and performance maintenance of analytical instruments as per protocol.

Clinical Research Associate

Novo Nordisk
10.2013 - 12.2013
  • Conducted clinical trial in accordance with protocol and recorded and monitored progress.
  • Coordinated and scheduled protocol-related visits and required testing to demonstrate vigilance in patient safety, protocol compliance and data quality.
  • Collaborated with clinical study site and sponsor to troubleshoot and provide solutions to study-related issues.
  • Organized and maintained research study regulatory documents in site binder to maintain accuracy and integrity.

Education

Master of Science - Analytical And Pharmaceutical Chemistry

International Medical University
Bukit Jalil Campus
04.2001 -

Skills

Team leadership

Timeline

Assistant Regional Scientific Affairs Manager

DPO International
09.2024 - Current

Research and Development Manager

CK Ingredients
09.2023 - 08.2024

Assistant Manager

Novugen Pharma
05.2023 - 09.2023

Senior Analytical Chemist

Novugen Pharma
09.2019 - 05.2023

Analytical Chemist

Novugen Pharma
08.2017 - 09.2019

Analytical Chemist

Y.S.P Inductries
06.2015 - 08.2017

Clinical Research Associate

Novo Nordisk
10.2013 - 12.2013

Master of Science - Analytical And Pharmaceutical Chemistry

International Medical University
04.2001 -
Theresa TooAssistant Regional Scientific Affairs Manager