Stephanie Pfaffen
About Stephanie Pfaffen
Stephanie Pfaffen is a Research Scientist specializing in Lab Automation at AbCellera in Vancouver, British Columbia. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and a Master of Science in Molecular Life Sciences from Universität Bern, as well as a PhD in Structural Biology from the University of British Columbia.
Current Role at AbCellera
Stephanie Pfaffen currently serves as a Research Scientist in Lab Automation at AbCellera, a position she has held since 2020. Her work focuses on enhancing laboratory automation processes to improve research efficiency. AbCellera is known for its innovative approaches in antibody discovery and development. Pfaffen's expertise in this area contributes to the company's ongoing projects and initiatives in biotechnology.
Previous Experience at AbCellera
Prior to her current role, Stephanie Pfaffen worked at AbCellera as a Research Scientist in Automation & Protein Biochemistry from 2017 to 2020. During this time, she contributed to various projects aimed at optimizing protein biochemistry workflows. Her experience in this role provided her with a strong foundation in the applications of automation in scientific research.
Education and Expertise
Stephanie Pfaffen earned her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Universität Bern, where she studied from 2003 to 2006. She then completed her Master of Science in Molecular Life Sciences at the same institution from 2006 to 2008. Pfaffen further advanced her education by obtaining a PhD in Structural Biology from the University of British Columbia, where she was a candidate from 2008 to 2014.
Professional Background
Before joining AbCellera, Stephanie Pfaffen held various positions in the scientific field. She worked as a Manager of Scientific Affairs/Research Scientist at NovoBind from 2015 to 2017 and briefly served as an Account Manager/Product Specialist at Aurora Biomed in 2015. Additionally, her academic experience includes a six-year tenure as a PhD Candidate at the University of British Columbia.
Interests and Hobbies
Outside of her professional endeavors, Stephanie Pfaffen has a range of personal interests. She enjoys spending time with cats, participating in horse dressage, traveling, hiking, and skiing. These activities reflect her appreciation for nature and outdoor experiences.