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Chia-Liang Huang

London

Summary

Food Science Master’s graduate with over 7 years of combined experience in product development, analytical chemistry, and food microbiology. Skilled in supporting prototype formulation, shelf-life testing, and sensory evaluation in academic and applied settings. Knowledgeable in HACCP, GMP, CFIA regulatory frameworks, and quality assurance practices. Eager to contribute practical R&D capabilities and collaborative mindset to a growth-oriented food manufacturing team.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Microbiology Technician

A&L Canada Laboratories Inc.
11.2023 - Current
  • Performed daily microbial testing on food and agricultural samples under ISO-accredited protocols
  • Conducted aseptic sampling, plating, media preparation, and data entry into LIMS
  • Reported validated results and collaborated with QA for deviation handling
  • Completed routine proficiency test samples to support lab accreditation
  • Maintained analytical systems and supported cross-functional testing activities
  • Assisted in documenting quality records for CFIA and ISO compliance

Graduate Project Contributor – Functional Ingredient Study

University of Guelph & Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Assisted in developing fermented bean-based formulas for early-stage testing
  • Conducted sensory evaluations, shelf-life observations, and antioxidant assays
  • Supported SOP drafting and documentation for lab trials

Graduate Teaching Assistant – Food Microbiology & Processing

University of Guelph
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Facilitated lab and discussion sessions for 100+ students
  • Graded reports and offered technical guidance in microbiology techniques

Product Development Intern

Julian-Ann Tropical Kitchen
01.2017 - 01.2017
  • Conducted consumer taste panels and collected structured feedback on granola formulations
  • Designed satisfaction surveys and summarized sensory data for formulation revisions

Education

Master of Science - Food Science

University of Guelph
01.2023

Master of Science - Nutrition and Food Science

Montclair State University
01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Oral Hygiene

Kaohsiung Medical University
01.2013

Skills

  • Experience in prototype formulation, sensory evaluation, sample preparation, and supporting small-scale trials
  • Familiar with SOP development, documentation of critical-to-quality parameters, and preliminary costing
  • Gained hands-on exposure to ingredient sourcing and supplier coordination during internship
  • Technical expertise in quantitative colorimetric assays, HPLC, LC-MS, ELISA, SDS-PAGE, UV-Vis, and microbiological methods
  • Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, CFIA, and ISO standards
  • Bilingual communicator fluent in English and Mandarin

Languages

English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Publications

  • Do short chain fatty acids and phenolic metabolites of the gut have synergistic anti-inflammatory effects? – new insights from a TNF-α-induced Caco-2 cell model. Food Research International, 139, 109833. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodres.2020.109833
  • The microbial communities and flavour compounds of Jiangxi Yancai, Sichuan Paocai and dongbei Suancai: Three major types of traditional Chinese fermented vegetables. LWT, 121, 108865. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lwt.2019.108865
  • Changes in isoflavone profile, antioxidant activity, and phenolic contents in Taiwanese and Canadian soybeans during tempeh processing. LWT, 186, 115207. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lwt.2023.115207

Timeline

Microbiology Technician

A&L Canada Laboratories Inc.
11.2023 - Current

Graduate Project Contributor – Functional Ingredient Study

University of Guelph & Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
01.2019 - 01.2023

Graduate Teaching Assistant – Food Microbiology & Processing

University of Guelph
01.2019 - 01.2021

Product Development Intern

Julian-Ann Tropical Kitchen
01.2017 - 01.2017

Master of Science - Nutrition and Food Science

Montclair State University

Bachelor of Science - Oral Hygiene

Kaohsiung Medical University

Master of Science - Food Science

University of Guelph
Chia-Liang Huang