Experience

Enlaza Therapeutics

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Associate Scientist

  • Jan 2023 - Present

  San Diego, California, United States

• Senior Research Associate

  • Aug 2021 - Apr 2023

  San Diego, California, United States



Five Prime Therapeutics, Inc.

• Research Associate III, Protein Chemistry

  • Jun 2015 - Jul 2018

  South San Francisco Primarily responsible for the management, operation, and maintenance of Five Prime's automated high-throughput screening production platform. Involved coordinating a large cross-functional team and clear, timely communication with stakeholders. Excelled at providing efficiency, reliability, and consistency to a fast-paced and dynamic process that was critical for meeting company goals and maintaining collaborations. Contributed to IND-enabling studies through the development and… Show more Primarily responsible for the management, operation, and maintenance of Five Prime's automated high-throughput screening production platform. Involved coordinating a large cross-functional team and clear, timely communication with stakeholders. Excelled at providing efficiency, reliability, and consistency to a fast-paced and dynamic process that was critical for meeting company goals and maintaining collaborations. Contributed to IND-enabling studies through the development and delivery of 0.25-5g of eADCC mABs for in-vivo studies. Took lead from transient and stable cell culture through analytics. Supported discovery research through efficient preparation of bioactive reagents. Actively developed new expression, purification, and analytics platforms and processes to enhance department flexibility and throughput.

• Research Associate II, Protein Chemistry

  • Jun 2014 - Jun 2015

• Research Assistant (Contract)

  • Apr 2014 - Jun 2014



eBioscience

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Research Associate II, Protein Purification

  • Jun 2012 - Apr 2014

  Greater San Diego Area At eBioscience I was responsible for developing and producing over 50 immuno-related recombinant proteins including cytokines, growth factors, and chemokines in a self-directed environment. I regularly lowered processing time and increased protein yield while maintaining bioactivity and low endotoxin levels (less than 0.01ng/μg). I developed several new products for launch in 2013, and successfully delivered on several custom requests which have led to further lucrative contract work for our… Show more At eBioscience I was responsible for developing and producing over 50 immuno-related recombinant proteins including cytokines, growth factors, and chemokines in a self-directed environment. I regularly lowered processing time and increased protein yield while maintaining bioactivity and low endotoxin levels (less than 0.01ng/μg). I developed several new products for launch in 2013, and successfully delivered on several custom requests which have led to further lucrative contract work for our department. Show less



CTK Biotech, Inc.

• United States
• Medical Equipment Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Production Associate

  • Oct 2009 - Jun 2012

  Upon completion of my postgraduate coursework, I joined CTKBiotech, an immunodiagnostics company specializing in the production of antibodies and antigens for diagnostic immunoassay tests for a wide range of diseases, full time. As part of a relatively small laboratory team in a rapidly growing company, I gained extensive experience in recombinant protein production in E. Coli and Drosophila S2 systems using ion-exchange and affinity purification (FPLC). I participated in both the R&D and final… Show more Upon completion of my postgraduate coursework, I joined CTKBiotech, an immunodiagnostics company specializing in the production of antibodies and antigens for diagnostic immunoassay tests for a wide range of diseases, full time. As part of a relatively small laboratory team in a rapidly growing company, I gained extensive experience in recombinant protein production in E. Coli and Drosophila S2 systems using ion-exchange and affinity purification (FPLC). I participated in both the R&D and final production of products for the global IVD market. Show less



UC San Diego

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• College Ambassador

  • Oct 2007 - Sep 2010

  Performed public outreach/relations, Conducted tours of up to fifty visitors, Positively and accurately represented UCSD. Memorized a breadth of knowledge on the University, which I relayed clearly and animatedly, often while walking backwards.

• Athletics Assistant

  • May 2006 - Sep 2010

  Managed ticket sales, Assisted in pre-game setup, Recruited volunteers and led half-time events, Served as the primary customer service and public interface representative at athletic events.



Nereus Pharmaceuticals

• Biotechnology
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Operations Assistant

  • Dec 2007 - Nov 2009

  Greater San Diego Area Introduced to basic laboratory practice in an industry setting. Exposed to the standard equipment operation and the integrated roles of biology, microbiology, and chemistry labs in the development of novel pharmaceuticals. Responsible for: Shipping, Receiving, and Tracking inventory, Ordering supplies, Glassware maintenance, Safety (monthly monitoring of eyewash stations, fire extinguishers, and showers), Monitoring of cold rooms, warm rooms, freezers, Various administrative and… Show more Introduced to basic laboratory practice in an industry setting. Exposed to the standard equipment operation and the integrated roles of biology, microbiology, and chemistry labs in the development of novel pharmaceuticals. Responsible for: Shipping, Receiving, and Tracking inventory, Ordering supplies, Glassware maintenance, Safety (monthly monitoring of eyewash stations, fire extinguishers, and showers), Monitoring of cold rooms, warm rooms, freezers, Various administrative and secretarial duties. Show less