Meng Chieh Lin
About Meng Chieh Lin
Meng Chieh Lin is a scientist with extensive experience in laboratory skills, experimental design, and analysis. He has worked at Arcus Biosciences since 2020 and has held various scientific roles at Vertex Pharmaceuticals and Plexxikon Inc.
Work at Arcus Biosciences
Meng Chieh Lin has been employed at Arcus Biosciences since 2020, currently holding the position of Scientist. Prior to this role, Lin served as an Associate Scientist at the same organization from 2019 to 2020. In these positions, Lin has developed strong hands-on laboratory skills and has demonstrated the ability to design and analyze experiments effectively. Lin's work focuses on integrating Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK) profiles for early-stage candidate screening.
Education and Expertise
Meng Chieh Lin earned a Master’s degree in Chemistry from UMass Amherst. This educational background has provided Lin with a solid foundation in chemical principles and laboratory techniques. Lin possesses expertise in formulation and pharmacokinetics (PK) design, as well as experience in solubility assays and understanding physical-chemical properties. These skills are essential for conducting research and development in pharmaceutical sciences.
Background in Pharmaceutical Research
Before joining Arcus Biosciences, Meng Chieh Lin worked at Vertex Pharmaceuticals as a Scientific Associate - Scientist I from 2008 to 2015, accumulating seven years of experience in the Greater Boston Area. Lin also served as a Senior Research Associate at Plexxikon Inc. from 2017 to 2019, gaining additional experience in the San Francisco Bay Area. This diverse background in pharmaceutical research has contributed to Lin's comprehensive understanding of drug development processes.
Laboratory Skills and Experience
Meng Chieh Lin possesses strong hands-on laboratory skills, which are crucial for conducting experiments in a research setting. Lin's ability to design and analyze experiments has been demonstrated throughout various roles in the pharmaceutical industry. This practical experience, combined with expertise in DMPK profiles and formulation design, enables Lin to contribute effectively to drug development projects.