Ricardo Saraiva

Ricardo Saraiva is a seasoned professional in the field of microbiology and quality assurance with extensive experience in laboratory management. Currently serving as Lab Manager at MicroHarvest since June 2023, Ricardo previously held the position of Microbiology Lab Team Leader at Corden Pharma from September 2022 to May 2023. Prior experience includes a role as Quality Assurance Coordinator at SGS and various managerial positions at Biopremier, showcasing a robust background in microbiology laboratory operations and quality assurance practices. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Applied Microbiology from the University of Lisbon and a Licenciatura in Biology from the Technical University of Lisbon. Research contributions include a Master's thesis on molecular diagnostic methods in food microbiology and a project focused on the phenotypic and molecular characterization of Campylobacter strains.