Ashok Williams
About Ashok Williams
Ashok Williams is a Manufacturing Cell Therapy Associate at Adaptimmune, with a background in mechanical engineering and experience in biomaterials and biomechanics. He previously interned at the FDA and worked at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and the University of Maryland Baltimore County.
Current Role at Adaptimmune
Ashok Williams has been employed at Adaptimmune as a Manufacturing Cell Therapy Associate since 2021. In this role, he is involved in the production and development of cell therapies, contributing to the advancement of innovative treatments in the field of immunotherapy. His responsibilities include ensuring the quality and efficiency of manufacturing processes.
Previous Experience at FDA
Ashok Williams interned at the FDA in two separate roles. He served as an ORISE Intern for six months in 2016, where he gained experience in regulatory science. Prior to that, he completed another ORISE internship in 2015 for two months. Additionally, he interned in the Division of Applied Mechanics for nine months, where he contributed to research and development projects.
Education and Expertise in Mechanical Engineering
Ashok Williams earned a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he studied from 2016 to 2019. His academic background also includes a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, completed between 2011 and 2015. His education has provided him with a solid foundation in biomaterials and biomechanics.
Research Experience at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
During his time at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Ashok Williams worked in an experimental research lab for three years. His research focused on designing an in vitro tissue scaffold, which involved applying principles of mechanical engineering to biological applications. This experience enhanced his skills in laboratory techniques and research methodologies.
Lab Assistant Role at UMBC
Ashok Williams served as a Lab Assistant in the Biomechanics lab at the University of Maryland Baltimore County from 2013 to 2015. In this position, he assisted with various research projects, gaining practical experience in biomechanics and contributing to the lab's research objectives.