Grace Y.
About Grace Y.
Grace Y. is a Scientist I at Bristol Myers Squibb and a PhD candidate at Tufts University, with extensive experience in drug development, vaccine formulation, and biomedical research.
Current Title and Responsibilities
Grace Y. is currently holding the position of Scientist I at Bristol Myers Squibb. In this role, she contributes to the development of innovative drug therapies. Simultaneously, she is a PhD candidate at Tufts University, where she pursues advanced biomedical research.
Educational Background
Grace Y. has a robust educational background beginning at Jasper High School and Plano Senior High School. She furthered her studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where she earned a Bachelor of Science (S.B.) and a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Biology, French, and Biomedical Engineering. Now, she is advancing her academic credentials by pursuing a PhD at Tufts University.
Professional Experience at Bristol Myers Squibb
Grace Y. has a long-standing career with Bristol Myers Squibb, beginning as an Associate Scientist I from 2013 to 2016. She was then promoted to Associate Scientist II, a role she held until 2020. Since then, she has advanced to the position of Scientist I. Her tenure at the global biopharmaceutical company underscores her significant experience in drug development.
Research and Internship Experience
Grace Y.’s early research career includes roles such as a Formulations Research Intern at Novartis Vaccines and Diagnostics, and a Research Assistant at Ribbeck Lab. She also interned at Génomic Vision, contributing to genomic research, and at Philippe Benaroch Laboratory, where she focused on immunology. Her earliest internships include research at the University of Texas at Dallas NanoTech Institute and the King Laboratory.
Tutoring and Mentoring Background
From 2007 to 2011, Grace Y. worked as a tutor at the MIT Public Service Center. This four-year role allowed her to develop strong mentoring skills, assisting students in their academic pursuits and contributing to their educational growth.