Joice Thomas
About Joice Thomas
Joice Thomas is a scientist with expertise in laboratory setup and student supervision, holding a PhD in Organic Chemistry from KU Leuven. Currently at Arcus Biosciences, she has a strong patent portfolio and has published 55 peer-reviewed articles.
Work at Arcus Biosciences
Joice Thomas has been employed at Arcus Biosciences as a Scientist since 2020. In this role, she focuses on the discovery of new lead chemotypes, utilizing virtual screening techniques. Her work contributes to the advancement of drug discovery efforts within the organization, particularly in the development of innovative therapeutic agents.
Education and Expertise
Joice Thomas earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Organic Chemistry from KU Leuven, completing her studies from 2006 to 2011. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in laboratory setup and supervision of both graduate and undergraduate students. She possesses significant knowledge in process research and development for pharmaceutical chemicals, ranging from small to large-scale production.
Background
Prior to her current position, Joice Thomas worked as a Scientist at KU Leuven from 2011 to 2016. During her tenure, she gained experience in small molecule drug discovery, focusing on anticancer agents, antivirals, and GPCR targeting. Her background includes collaboration with patent attorneys and agents to construct patent claims, reflecting her involvement in the intellectual property aspect of scientific research.
Achievements
Joice Thomas has a strong patent portfolio that includes 2 issued patents and 4 pending patents. She has published 55 peer-reviewed journal articles, showcasing her contributions to the scientific community. Her proficiency in a wide range of analytical techniques, such as NMR, IR, MALDI, LC-MS, GC-MS, HPLC, UV-VIS, and CHN elemental analysis, supports her research and development efforts in the pharmaceutical field.