Nicholas Waszczak, PhD
About Nicholas Waszczak, PhD
Nicholas Waszczak, PhD, is a Scientist specializing in manufacturing, science, and technology at Alkermes in Wilmington, Ohio. He has a diverse background in biopharmaceuticals, environmental protection, and quality assurance, with extensive experience in analytical chemistry and method development.
Company
Nicholas Waszczak is currently employed at Alkermes, a biopharmaceutical company. He holds the position of Scientist in Manufacturing, Science, and Technology. Alkermes is known for developing innovative medicines in the fields of neuroscience and oncology. Nicholas' work location is in Wilmington, Ohio, United States.
Title
Nicholas Waszczak holds the title of Scientist in the Manufacturing, Science, and Technology division at Alkermes. His role involves contributing to drug substance and drug product development through analytical method development and validation.
Education and Expertise
Nicholas Waszczak earned his PhD in Biology/Biological Sciences from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he also obtained a B.S. in Biochemistry. His extensive education has equipped him with strong skills in analytical chemistry, separations, and method validation within the biopharmaceutical industry.
Background
Prior to his current role at Alkermes, Nicholas Waszczak served in various positions. At Alkermes, he worked as a Research Associate from 2018 to 2020. He also held the position of Quality Services Specialist at MillerCoors from 2017 to 2018, where he focused on quality assurance in the beverage industry. Additionally, he contributed to environmental protection as a Biologist at the US Environmental Protection Agency from 2016 to 2017.
Achievements
Over his career, Nicholas Waszczak has gained substantial experience in analytical method development and validation, which are crucial for drug development. His tenure at the University of Illinois at Chicago saw him in multiple roles—Laboratory/Radiation Manager, Research Assistant, Teaching Assistant, and Hazardous Chemical Safety Technician—where he developed a solid foundation in analytical chemistry and biochemistry.