Clement Opoku Temeng, PhD
About Clement Opoku Temeng, PhD
Clement Opoku Temeng, PhD, is a scientist specializing in lead discovery and optimization within the field of immuno-oncology. He currently works at Arcus Biosciences, where he develops biochemical and cell-based assays for small-molecule therapeutic agents.
Work at Arcus Biosciences
Clement Opoku Temeng serves as a Scientist at Arcus Biosciences, a role he has held since 2022. In this position, he focuses on the development and implementation of biochemical and cell-based assays for small-molecule immuno-oncology therapeutic agents. His work contributes to the evaluation of therapeutic agents designed to modulate the immune system in the fight against cancer. This role builds on his extensive background in biochemistry and immuno-oncology.
Education and Expertise
Clement Opoku Temeng holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biochemistry from the University of Maryland, which he completed from 2013 to 2018. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biochemistry from the University of Ghana between 2008 and 2012. His educational background is complemented by expertise in lead discovery and optimization within the field of immuno-oncology, focusing on therapeutic strategies that enhance immune responses against cancer.
Background
Clement Opoku Temeng began his academic journey at PRESEC-LEGON, where he studied Science and achieved WASSCE from 2004 to 2007. He furthered his education at the University of Ghana, obtaining a BSc in Biochemistry. He continued his studies at the University of Maryland, culminating in a PhD in Biochemistry. His professional experience includes roles at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) and Purdue University Center for Drug Discovery.
Professional Experience
Before joining Arcus Biosciences, Clement Opoku Temeng worked as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) from 2019 to 2022 in Hamilton, Montana. He also served as a Graduate Research Assistant at Purdue University Center for Drug Discovery from 2016 to 2018 in West Lafayette, Indiana. Additionally, he was a PhD Graduate Student at the University of Maryland from 2013 to 2018 in College Park.