Kanaan Selasie Doe-Addo
Vancouver,British Columbia
Summary
Food scientist with hands-on experience in product development, HACCP plan design, CFIA regulatory compliance, and quality assurance monitoring in food manufacturing. Skilled in documenting SOPs, conducting CCP checks, and supporting safe food handling practices from pilot to commercial scale. Strong foundation in food science principles, GMPs, and allergen management, with exposure to gluten-free and organic handling requirements. Recognized for being adaptable, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement in both academic research and industry environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Research and Development Intern
Yoggu! Foods Ltd.
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Led the formulation and development of high-protein, plant-based yogurt products with a focus on improving texture, flavor, and nutritional quality.
- Supported QA by monitoring pH, verifying hygiene protocols, and tracking CCPs during pilot production.
- Participated in scale-up trials and documented process controls for commercial product launch.
- Conducted sensory and technical analysis (e.g., Brix, WHC, syneresis, texture) to validate quality attributes.
- Contributed to product documentation for regulatory compliance, including CFIA requirements.
Quality Control Officer
Habiba Foods Ltd.
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Monitored and inspected incoming raw materials (cereals, grains, and additives) to ensure compliance with company quality and safety standards.
- Oversaw production processes for blended cereal products (e.g., corn-based and multi-cereal blends), ensuring consistency, proper formulation, and adherence to specifications.
- Conducted in-process quality checks during mixing, blending, and packaging to maintain product integrity and compliance with food safety requirements.
- Verified and maintained sanitation, hygiene, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) across production areas.
- Assisted in implementing HACCP and quality assurance protocols, reinforcing food safety culture within the facility.
- Prepared and maintained quality records and reports to support audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
Research and Teaching Assistant
Department of Food Science and Technology, KNUST
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed research on nutrient-dense, underutilized crops; developed functional food formulations.
- Mentored undergraduate students in analytical techniques and documentation practices.
- Co-authored manuscripts and supported data analysis for publication.
Food Quality Technician (Intern)
Department of Food Process Engineering, University of Ghana
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Developed spray-dried nut-based beverage powder in accordance with GMP and HACCP standards.
- Analyzed commercial food samples for Brix, moisture, viscosity, solubility and swelling power.
- Operated unit processes including drying, sorting, emulsification, and mixing.
- Documented production process flows and supported root cause investigations during QA checks.
Education
Master of Food Science -
University of British Columbia
01.2025
BSc - Food Science and Technology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
01.2022
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- EndNote
- Adaptable to new software
- STATGRAPHICS
- PAST403
- STATASE-17
- Minitab
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Elementary
Timeline
Research and Development Intern
Yoggu! Foods Ltd.
04.2025 - 08.2025
Quality Control Officer
Habiba Foods Ltd.
01.2024 - 04.2024
Research and Teaching Assistant
Department of Food Science and Technology, KNUST
11.2022 - 10.2023
Food Quality Technician (Intern)
Department of Food Process Engineering, University of Ghana
05.2021 - 10.2021
BSc - Food Science and Technology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Master of Food Science -
University of British Columbia
Other Skills
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, EndNote, adaptable to new software, STATGRAPHICS, PAST4.03, STATASE-17, Minitab, English, professional proficiency, French, basic
Awards
- Winner, Phase 1 - UBC Food Innovation Challenge (Powered by BC Hydro), 2025
- Master of Food Science International Exit Scholarship Award, 2025
- MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program, 2024-2025
- Ghana Scholarship Secretariat - Local Tertiary Scholarship, 2020-2022
Publications
- Physico-mechanical measurements, functional properties, proximate composition of newly developed climate-resilient cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) varieties and their classification with near-infrared spectroscopy., Doe-Addo, K. S., Tengey, T. K., Boakye, A., Zaukuu, J. Z., Oduro, I. N., & Ellis, W. O., 2024, Food, Nutrition and Health, 1, 1, 6, https://doi.org/10.1007/s44403-024-00004-x
- Chemical and Physical Characterization of 'Egusi' Seeds and Prediction of Fat Content by Nir Spectroscopy., Boakye, A., Doe-Addo, K. S., Pretorius, B., Zinia-Zaukuu, J. L., Mwangwela, A., Abgolegbe, R., ... & Dougill, A. J., 2024, http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.4694336
Selected Projects
- HACCP Plan Development for Cold-Smoked Salmon, University of British Columbia, 2024, Led a cross-functional HACCP team to design and implement a comprehensive Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan for cold-smoked salmon, ensuring compliance with Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulations.
- Development of Soy Protein Beverage with Low Sodium & Heart Claims, University of British Columbia, 2024, Formulated a soy protein beverage to comply with Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulations and meet Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) requirements for low sodium and health claims.
- Nutritional and Physical Properties of Two Species of Cucurbit Seed, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Tech, 2023, Analyzed proximate, mineral, fatty acid, and antinutrient composition.
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