Xiaohan (Essie) Liu
About Xiaohan (Essie) Liu
Xiaohan (Essie) Liu is the Director of Clinical Science at Asher Biotherapeutics, where she has worked since 2023. She has extensive experience in clinical science, having held various roles at companies such as IGM Biosciences, AbbVie, and Genentech.
Current Role at Asher Biotherapeutics
Xiaohan Liu serves as the Director of Clinical Science at Asher Biotherapeutics, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing clinical science initiatives and contributing to the development of biotherapeutic strategies. Her experience in clinical science supports the company's mission to advance innovative therapies.
Previous Experience at IGM Biosciences
Prior to her current role, Liu worked at IGM Biosciences, Inc. as a Senior Clinical Scientist for 8 months in 2022. She also held the position of Clinical Scientist at the same company from 2021 to 2022 for a duration of 10 months. Her work involved contributing to clinical research and development efforts.
Educational Background in Pharmacy
Liu obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from the University of the Pacific. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in pharmaceutical sciences, which she applies in her clinical roles.
Experience in Oncology Research
Liu has experience in oncology research, having worked as an Early Development Oncology Research Intern at AbbVie for one month in 2018. Additionally, she served as a Clinical Science Fellow at Genentech from 2019 to 2021 for two years, where she engaged in clinical research related to oncology.
Internships and Early Career Roles
Liu's early career includes various internships and roles in the healthcare sector. She worked as a Pharmacy Intern at CVS Health from 2016 to 2018 for two years and as a Pharmacy Technician for 7 months in 2016. She also participated in research internships at Allergan and Johnson & Johnson, gaining valuable experience in clinical research.