JANCY STEPHEN, MSc.

Research Associate

Jancy has a BSc in Chemistry and MSc in Biochemistry & Biological Sciences from McMaster University. She has worked as a Research Technician or Technical Officer in a number of medical, nutrition and animal science research labs. During her career she acquired a wide range of skills and techniques in biological and chemical sciences. In her most recent position with Oceland Biologicals Ltd., she was mainly involved with screening of biological compounds for plant tolerance to biotic & abiotic stress.

In her role as a Research Associate at Perennia she assists the team in multiple product development projects within the fields of food microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry and food science. She is also involved with the development and modification of Standard Operating Procedures and is responsible for preparation and analysis of samples and general laboratory maintenance.