Samantha Conlon
About Samantha Conlon
Samantha Conlon is a Vector Manufacturing Specialist at Adaptimmune, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in biotechnology and purification processes, with previous roles at Lonza and various other organizations in the hospitality and customer service sectors.
Work at Adaptimmune
Samantha Conlon currently serves as a Vector Manufacturing Specialist at Adaptimmune, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is part of the upstream team, focusing on vector manufacturing processes. Her work contributes to the development of innovative therapies in the biotechnology sector. Adaptimmune is known for its commitment to advancing cell therapy, and Conlon's expertise in GMP manufacturing plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and efficacy of the products developed.
Previous Experience in Biotechnology
Before joining Adaptimmune, Samantha Conlon worked at Lonza as a Purification Biotechnologist. Her tenure at Lonza spanned from 2018 to 2020, where she gained valuable experience in purification processes. She held the position of Biotechnologist 2 for a year and previously worked for six months in a similar role. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in biotechnology and GMP manufacturing, particularly with mammalian cells and vector production.
Education and Expertise
Samantha Conlon holds a BSc (Hons) in Medical Biotechnology from the Institute of Technology, Sligo, which she completed from 2013 to 2017. Additionally, she studied Animal Care at Sligo College of Further Education, achieving Level 5 in 2013. Her educational background equips her with a comprehensive understanding of biotechnology principles and practices, contributing to her expertise in vector manufacturing and GMP standards.
Career Background
Samantha Conlon has a diverse career background that includes various roles in the hospitality and customer service sectors. She worked at Clayton Hotel Sligo and Yeats Country Hotel Spa & Leisure Club in accommodation roles from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, she served as a Quotes Administrator at The Marble Group for nine months in 2017-2018 and as a Customer Service representative at Tesco for six months in 2017-2018. These experiences have contributed to her strong interpersonal skills and adaptability in different work environments.