Olivia Conway
About Olivia Conway
Olivia Conway is an Associate in Upstream Process Development at Abeona Therapeutics, specializing in AAV gene therapy and bioreactor operations. She holds a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from Virginia Tech and has extensive experience in product characterization techniques and GMP practices.
Work at Abeona Therapeutics
Olivia Conway has been employed at Abeona Therapeutics since 2020, serving as an Associate in Upstream Process Development. In this role, she focuses on the development of processes related to gene therapy, specifically utilizing her expertise in AAV gene therapy. Her responsibilities include optimizing bioreactor operations and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Education and Expertise
Olivia Conway holds a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from Virginia Tech, where she studied from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from The Ohio State University, completing her studies from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, she pursued further education in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at The University of Akron for one year in 2016-2017. Her academic background supports her specialization in product and process characterization techniques, including qPCR and ELISA.
Background
Before joining Abeona Therapeutics, Olivia Conway worked as a Contract Medical Writer at Lab-Ally LLC from 2015 to 2017. She also gained experience as a Graduate Teaching and Research Assistant at the Virginia Tech Department of Chemical Engineering from 2017 to 2019. This diverse background has equipped her with a strong foundation in both technical and communication skills within the biopharmaceutical field.
Achievements
Olivia Conway has developed a strong skill set in cell culture and aseptic techniques, which are critical in the biopharmaceutical industry. She possesses a solid understanding of inventory management and has gained Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) experience. Additionally, she is experienced in creating and maintaining essential documentation, such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and production records, which are vital for regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.