Christopher B. Lietz, PhD
About Christopher B. Lietz, PhD
Christopher B. Lietz, PhD, is a Principal Scientist at Bristol-Myers Squibb in La Jolla, California, specializing in HPLC and mass spectrometry-centric analytical methods for studying the biochemistry and molecular stability of biologics.
Current Position at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Christopher B. Lietz, PhD, serves as a Principal Scientist at Bristol-Myers Squibb in La Jolla, California. He started in this role in July 2018, bringing a robust background in analytical chemistry to the table. His work primarily involves applying HPLC and mass spectrometry-centric analytical methods to study the biochemistry and molecular stability of biologics.
Experience as Postdoctoral Researcher at UC San Diego
Before joining Bristol-Myers Squibb, Christopher B. Lietz worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of California, San Diego. From 2016 to 2018, he focused on advanced research projects in the field of analytical chemistry, building a solid foundation for his subsequent roles in the industry.
Educational Background in Analytical Chemistry
Christopher B. Lietz earned his PhD in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he studied from 2011 to 2016. His doctoral research was conducted in the Lingjun Li Lab, focusing on innovative analytical techniques. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Wayne State University, completing his studies in 2011.
Research and Teaching Roles at University of Wisconsin-Madison
During his time at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Christopher B. Lietz held multiple positions. He worked as a Graduate NSF Research Fellow from 2013 to 2016, a Teaching Assistant from 2011 to 2012, and a Graduate Research Assistant in the Lingjun Li Lab from 2011 to 2016. These roles provided him with comprehensive experience in both teaching and research in the field of analytical chemistry.
Early Career and Internship Experience
Christopher B. Lietz's early career includes a Research Assistant position in the Sarah Trimpin Lab at Wayne State University from 2009 to 2011. He also completed a Research Scientist Internship at Promega in Madison, Wisconsin, in 2015. These opportunities allowed him to gain hands-on experience and further develop his expertise in analytical chemistry techniques.