SETHAWUD CHAIKITGOSIYAKUL

SETHAWUD CHAIKITGOSIYAKUL

Biomedical & Business Strategy Professional | Translational Management Expert
298/1174 XT Huaikwang Ratchadaphisek Road, Huaikwang, 10310, Bangkok, Thailand.

About

Highly accomplished Biomedical and Business Strategy Professional specializing in Translational Management, adept at bridging advanced molecular science with commercial execution. Proven leader in converting complex technical data into market-ready strategies, compelling marketing tools, and actionable sales plans. Drives ROI-focused business models and builds credibility in competitive healthcare markets, with expertise in high-value biological products and genomic services.

Work

Clinical Labs and Wellness Centers
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Principal Laboratory Consultant

Bangkok, Thailand

Freelance

Summary

Acting as a strategic advisor to wellness centers and investors, delivering turnkey laboratory solutions and financial feasibility architectures.

Highlights

Architected comprehensive infrastructure and workflow blueprints for multiple greenfield wellness centers, ensuring optimal patient flow and unidirectional molecular workflows compliant with WHO and ISO standards.

Developed comprehensive CAPEX/OPEX financial models guiding multi-million THB investment decisions, delivering projected ROI analyses and break-even timelines that secured stakeholder capital.

Engineered a proprietary, turnkey Quality Management System (QMS) suite comprising 200+ standardized assets (SOPs, Work Instructions, Forms). This intellectual property accelerates client readiness for ISO 15189 accreditation, reducing audit preparation timelines by approximately 40%.

Partnered with Chulalongkorn University researchers to optimize experimental designs and data analysis pipelines, enhancing data integrity for high-impact scientific publications.

Chulalongkorn University
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Doctoral Research Fellow

Bangkok, Thailand

Full-time PhD

Summary

Malaria Molecular Genetics, translating sequencing and expression data into vaccine-relevant insights.

Highlights

Identified VAR2CSA mRNA transcription in 30.4% of non-pregnant patients, significantly challenging prevailing scientific paradigms and informing future vaccine targets.

Authored Q1 publication in The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (2024) on var2csa transcription and CNV.

Expertly utilized full-length/Sanger sequencing, qPCR, and RT-PCR with advanced phylogenetic analysis (MEGA/BioEdit).

Innomed Solution Co., Ltd.
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Business Development Manager

Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand

Summary

Spearheaded the strategic launch and operational rollout of GeneX Genomics, bridging technical operations with commercial strategy to establish a nationwide precision diagnostics service.

Highlights

Developed a 5-year business plan and investor-ready model, achieving a $6.27M valuation with projected $144M Year 5 revenue and 480% ROI.

Drove market entry through SWOT analysis and a B2B go-to-market strategy, targeting 75% hospital networks and 18% private clinics.

Defined the operating model for high-complexity genetics (NGS, dPCR, advanced clinical testing) and curated a portfolio including PGx (31 genes/298 drugs), 72-gene lung panel, and BRCA1/2.

Engineered a cost-effective, high-throughput, regulation-ready service model, improving access and affordability of genetic testing.

Managed end-to-end lifecycle for surgical/diagnostic instruments, enhancing adoption and satisfaction through technical support and sales training.

U Wellness International Co., Ltd.
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Technical Product Manager

Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand

Summary

Directed product lifecycle and market expansion for DNA-based diagnostics, optimizing cost structures and launching new service lines in infectious disease and oncology.

Highlights

Expanded general laboratory operations, increasing overall capacity by 65% and growing the test menu from 120 to 185 assays.

Launched and commercialized new molecular diagnostics services, increasing test volume by 35% within the first quarter.

Developed the company's first DTC genetics offering, including at-home collection kits and telemedicine.

Formed premium international genetic-testing referral partnerships with CeGaT (Germany) and Novogenia (Austria), establishing efficient out-lab testing workflows and sample tracking.

Reduced reagent costs by up to 70% for SARS-CoV-2 and HPV DNA through strategic supplier re-negotiation and alternative validation.

U Wellness International Co., Ltd.
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Laboratory Manager

Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand

Summary

Built and operated a high-throughput molecular laboratory from greenfield, establishing ISO-accredited quality systems and digital automation.

Highlights

Achieved ISO 15189 and ISO 15190 accreditation within one year by authoring 100+ SOPs and implementing a rigorous Quality Management System (QMS).

Established a molecular diagnostics lab with scalable workflows and robust biosafety measures, securing Department of Medical Sciences certifications for HPV DNA and SARS-CoV-2 testing.

Implemented LIMS, reducing report generation time by 98% (from 86 to 1.3 mins) and data entry errors by 83%.

Managed P&L and daily operations for 10,000+ tests/year, supervising a 20+ member laboratory team and ensuring quality workflows.

Rainbow Sky Association of Thailand (RSAT)
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Laboratory Supervisor & Medical Technologist

Bangkok & Nakhon Sawan, Thailand

Part-time → Full-time

Summary

Managed diagnostic operations for a high-volume HIV/STI program, leading clinic expansion and quality system implementation for key population services.

Highlights

Oversaw diagnostic throughput for 12,000+ clients annually, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance and strict adherence to safety protocols for high-sensitivity HIV/STI testing.

Spearheaded the end-to-end establishment of the RSAT Nakhon Sawan Medical Technology Clinic, managing facility design, procurement, talent acquisition, and licensing to achieve full operational readiness.

Orchestrated QA initiatives for the Ramkhamhaeng branch, implementing foundational QMS frameworks to achieve readiness for Laboratory Accreditation (LA) standards.

Vichaivej International Hospital Yaekfaichai
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Medical Technologist

Bangkok, Thailand

Part-time

Highlights

Performed high-volume clinical laboratory tests and phlebotomy with strict QA/QC, ensuring prompt and precise diagnostic results for patient care and clinical decisions.

Rangsit University
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Visiting Lecturer

Pathum Thani, Thailand

Contract

Highlights

Co-developed the syllabus and laboratory manuals for Medical Parasitology and Techniques in Medical Parasitology.

Delivered didactic lectures and supervised wet-lab practicums for undergraduate Medical Technology students, focusing on the identification of helminths and protozoa in clinical specimens.

Mahidol-Oxford Research Unit (MORU), Mahidol University
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Research Assistant

Bangkok, Thailand

Part-time

Highlights

Conducted quantitative histomorphometric analysis of placental biopsies using ImageJ and Immunohistochemistry (IHC).

Generated publication-grade datasets characterizing malaria pathology across spleen, liver, brain, and placenta, contributing to mechanistic insights into Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR).

Education

Chulalongkorn University
Bangkok, Thailand

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biomedical Sciences

Molecular Genetics (International Program)

Courses

Dissertation: Antigenic Diversity and Transcription of P. falciparum VAR2CSA among Malaria Patients in Thailand

Honors: 100th Anniversary Chulalongkorn University Doctoral Scholarship and 90th Anniversary Chulalongkorn University Scholarship (Ratchadaphiseksomphot Fund).

Mahidol University
Bangkok, Thailand

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Tropical Medicine

Pathology (International Program)

Courses

Thesis: Placental Malaria: A Clinico-Histopathological Correlation.

Honors & Funding: Wellcome Trust Research Funding (UK), National Research University Project Scholarship (MHESI/OHEC) and Faculty of Tropical Medicine Research Fund (FTM).

Rangsit University
Pathum Thani, Thailand

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Medical Technology (Honors)

Volunteer

Bangkok Rainbow Organization (BRO)
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Public Health Consultant

Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand

Summary

Led quality document development for HIV/STI diagnostics and trained staff on accuracy and confidentiality.

Highlights

Developed quality documents for HIV/STI diagnostics and trained staff to ensure accuracy and confidentiality.

HIV/AIDS Programs
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Founder/Admin, 'HIV on Click'

Thailand, Thailand, Thailand

Summary

Delivered community-based HIV/STI prevention and care through digital health and telemedicine platforms.

Highlights

Founded and managed the “HIV on Click” outreach platform, reaching 3,000+ individuals nationwide.

Provided telemedicine counseling, testing coordination, result communication, and referral support to nearly 1,000 clients through online and in-person services.

Strengthened NGO and healthcare center collaboration to improve access, continuity of care, and early linkage-to-treatment.

Malaria Clinics – Buntharik, Na Chaluai & Nam Yuen Districts
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Community Health Worker | Malaria Control (Ph.D. Fellowship)

Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand

Summary

Supported frontline malaria surveillance and control activities in high-risk border areas through active screening, blood collection, and laboratory diagnostics. Worked closely with clinical teams and local communities to support outbreak management, case follow-up, and malaria prevention education in resource-limited settings.

Awards

100th Anniversary Chulalongkorn University Doctoral Scholarship

Awarded By

Chulalongkorn University

Awarded for doctoral studies in Biomedical Sciences.

90th Anniversary Chulalongkorn University Scholarship (Ratchadaphiseksomphot Fund)

Awarded By

Chulalongkorn University

Awarded for doctoral studies in Biomedical Sciences.

Wellcome Trust Research Funding (UK)

Awarded By

Wellcome Trust (UK)

Secured research funding for M.Sc. thesis on placental malaria.

National Research University Project Scholarship (MHESI/OHEC)

Awarded By

MHESI/OHEC

Awarded for M.Sc. thesis research.

Faculty of Tropical Medicine Research Fund (FTM)

Awarded By

Mahidol University, Faculty of Tropical Medicine

Awarded for M.Sc. thesis research.

Publications

Antigenic Diversity of Plasmodium falciparum var2csa among Malaria Patients in Thailand

Published by

Tier 1 Peer-Reviewed Journal

Summary

Co-authored a peer-reviewed article on antigenic diversity of Plasmodium falciparum var2csa, currently under review.

Transcription and Copy Number Variation of Plasmodium falciparum var2csa among Nonpregnant Malaria Patients in Thailand

Published by

The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene

Summary

Authored a peer-reviewed article on antigenic diversity and transcription of P. falciparum var2csa among malaria patients.

Strategic Planning for Genomics Laboratory Development and Applications in Precision Medicine

Published by

Genomics and the Future of Health (TCELS and Medical Genomics Center)

Summary

Presented as an invited speaker on strategic planning for genomics laboratory development.

Personalized Genetic Testing and Collaborative Solutions in Precision Healthcare

Published by

Novogenia GmbH Invited Workshop & Strategic Training

Summary

Presented as an invited speaker on personalized genetic testing and collaborative solutions.

Strategic Discussions on Laboratory Service Expansion and Genomics Investment Partnerships

Published by

ROMA 2023 WORLDLAB EUROMEDLAB

Summary

Presented as an invited speaker on laboratory service expansion and genomics investment partnerships.

A morphometric and histological study of placental malaria shows significant changes to villous architecture in both Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax infection

Published by

Malaria Journal

Summary

Co-authored a study on morphometric and histological changes in placental malaria, cited 79 times.

A preliminary study of insulin-like growth factor 1 receptor (IGF-1R) in placental malaria

Published by

Journal of Tropical Medicine and Parasitology

Summary

Co-authored a preliminary study on IGF-1R in placental malaria.

Image analysis shows significant villous architectural alterations in acute placental malaria infection which are reversible following treatment

Published by

Joint International Tropical Medicine Meeting (JITMM 2012)

Summary

Presented a poster on image analysis of placental malaria infection.

Placental malaria: A clinico-histopathological correlation

Published by

Student Academic Forum

Summary

Delivered an oral presentation on placental malaria at the Student Academic Forum.

Languages

Thai
English
Khmer

Certificates

Licensed Medical Technologist

Issued By

Medical Technology Council of Thailand

Google Project Management Professional Certificate

Issued By

Google

IBM AI Product Manager Professional Certificate

Issued By

IBM

SAP Business Analyst Professional Certificate

Issued By

SAP

Project Management Specialization

Issued By

University of California, Irvine

Business of Health Care Specialization

Issued By

University of Pennsylvania

Pre-MBA Quantitative Skills Specialization

Issued By

Rice University

Business and Marketing Strategies Specialization

Issued By

University of London

Financial Analysis Specialization

Issued By

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Specialization

Issued By

Microsoft

Precision Medicine

Issued By

Université de Genève

Diagnostic Testing for Molecular Genetics

Issued By

CDC Division of Laboratory Systems

Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Technology

Issued By

APHL

NGS for Preimplantation Genetic Screening (PGS)

Issued By

Bio-Active

Digital PCR Series

Issued By

QIAGEN, Bio-Rad Laboratories

HIV PrEP Training Certificate

Issued By

University of Washington

MalariaX: Defeating Malaria from the Genes to the Globe

Issued By

Harvard University

Infectious Diseases Program Certificate

Issued By

USAID

Medical Laboratory Accreditation Training (ISO 15189, ISO 15190, ISO 19011, ISO 22870, ISO 17025)

Issued By

Bureau of Laboratory Quality Standards (BLQS), Alison (CPD Certified)

ISO 35001: Biorisk Management

Issued By

APHL

Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Issued By

NIDA Clinical Trials Network

Chemical Hazards and Safety

Issued By

Chulalongkorn University

Lean Six Sigma White Belt

Issued By

MSI

Project Management Essentials

Issued By

MSI

Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals

Issued By

Microsoft

Skills

Clinical & Molecular Diagnostics

Clinical Pathology, Molecular Genetics, DNA-Based Diagnostics (ID, Oncology), Test Validation, Precision Medicine, Diagnostic Testing for Molecular Genetics, Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), Digital PCR, NGS for Preimplantation Genetic Screening (PGS).

Quality, Accreditation & Compliance

ISO 15189, ISO 15190, ISO 17025, Laboratory Accreditation, QMS (Quality Management System), Internal Audit, Biosafety, ISO 35001: Biorisk Management, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Chemical Hazards and Safety.

Product & Business Development

Product Lifecycle Management, Go-to-Market Strategy, DTC Diagnostics, Cost Optimization, Strategic Partnerships, Market Analysis, Commercialization, Financial Modeling & Valuation.

Leadership & Operations

Laboratory Setup & Expansion, Project Management, Cross-Functional Leadership, Process Improvement, Workflow Design, Operational Infrastructure.

Global & Public Health

Infectious Diseases (Malaria, HIV/STI), Public Health Programs, Capacity Building, HIV PrEP Training, Malaria Control, Community Outreach.

Management & Data Tools

Lean Six Sigma White Belt, Project Management Essentials, Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals, LIMS Implementation, Real-time PCR Analysis (Sansure/Fosun).