Archana Simmons, PhD
About Archana Simmons, PhD
Archana Simmons, PhD, is the Director of Early Assets, Biomarkers and Diagnostics at Bristol Myers Squibb, with extensive experience in biomarker discovery, immunoassay development, and clinical trials.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Archana Simmons, PhD, is currently serving as the Director of Early Assets, Biomarkers, and Diagnostics at Bristol Myers Squibb. In this role, she is responsible for spearheading the development and integration of biomarkers and diagnostic tools in the early stages of asset development. Her extensive background in biomarker discovery and validation underpins her expertise in leading these initiatives.
Previous Positions at Bristol Myers Squibb
Before becoming the Director, Archana Simmons held several key roles at Bristol Myers Squibb. She was the Associate Director of Early Assets, Biomarkers, and Diagnostics Medical Scientist from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, she served as a Senior Research Investigator for 7 months in 2019 and as a Research Investigator II from 2016 to 2019 in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. These roles allowed her to significantly contribute to the fields of biomarker research and diagnostics.
Industry Experience at Merck Group and Education Background
Archana Simmons also has experience working as an R&D Scientist III at Merck Group from 2014 to 2016, focusing on research and development projects. She has a strong educational background that includes a PhD in Biochemistry from The University of Texas at Austin, an MS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from the University Department of Chemical Technology, Mumbai.
Research and Academic Roles
Her research career spans several prestigious institutions. She worked as a Senior Scientist at Rice University in 2014 and as a Postdoctoral Fellow at MD Anderson Cancer Center from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, she held positions as a Graduate Research Assistant at The University of Texas at Austin and University of Maryland Baltimore County. Archana also completed a summer internship at Pfizer in 2003.
Expertise in Biomarkers and Diagnostics
Archana Simmons has a solid track record in biomarker discovery, analytical and clinical validation, high sensitivity, and multiplex immunoassay development. She has significant experience with clinical trials and the development of microfluidic devices. Her work includes a strong publication and grant writing history, highlighting her contributions to immunoassay product development and the broader field of diagnostics.