Fahad Akhtar
About Fahad Akhtar
Fahad Akhtar is an Associate Research Scientist at Bristol-Myers Squibb with a background in Biotechnology from Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
Current Position at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Fahad Akhtar is currently serving as an Associate Research Scientist at Bristol-Myers Squibb. His work primarily involves developing assays for high-throughput screening (HTS) campaigns. Fahad's responsibilities include creating counter screens and performing in-depth data analysis for kinase screenings. He leverages Curvemaster for data interpretation and reports IC50s for multiple assays to the Data Working Group for chemists. Fahad significantly contributes to the Core Automation Team by troubleshooting issues with automated platforms and has successfully reinstated a vital assay into production.
Professional Experience at Merck
Fahad Akhtar worked as a Laboratory Technician at Merck from 2013 to 2014. In this role, he gained foundational laboratory skills that paved the way for his subsequent scientific contributions. His work at Merck helped him build a solid background in chemical analysis and laboratory techniques.
Professional Experience at Chromocell Corporation
Before joining Merck, Fahad worked at Chromocell Corporation as a Laboratory Technician from 2012 to 2013. This position enabled him to hone his technical skills and provided him with significant industry experience. His responsibilities included various laboratory tasks that prepared him for future roles in science and research.
Educational Background in Biotechnology
Fahad Akhtar holds a Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology from Rutgers University-New Brunswick, which he achieved between 2011 and 2014. His education in biotechnology equipped him with the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge to excel in the pharmaceutical and research industries. The degree program contributed to his expertise in various biotechnological applications and methodologies.
Contribution to Projects and Teams
At Bristol-Myers Squibb, Fahad Akhtar actively participates in weekly presentations and discussions aimed at project improvement. His role involves not only scientific research but also collaborative efforts to drive project success. Fahad has provided significant support to the Core Automation Team, ensuring the smooth operation of automated systems and contributing to the overall efficiency of the research processes.