John Easter
About John Easter
John Easter is a Sr. Research Scientist at Bristol-Myers Squibb with extensive experience in the synthesis and purification of isotopically labeled pharmaceuticals. He has previously worked at Pfizer and Pharmacia and holds an MS in Organic Chemistry and a BS in Chemistry from Illinois State University.
Current Position at Bristol-Myers Squibb
John Easter is a Sr. Research Scientist at Bristol-Myers Squibb. In this role, he supports various crucial aspects of drug discovery and development. His work includes providing time-critical reagents and ensuring adherence to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards. He applies his expertise to support drug candidate selection, licensing activities, global product registration, and life cycle management.
Previous Employment at Pfizer
John Easter spent four years at Pfizer, from 2001 to 2005, working as a Research Scientist. During his tenure, he focused on synthesizing and purifying isotopically labeled pharmaceuticals. This experience contributed to his depth of knowledge in drug discovery and development processes.
Experience at Pharmacia
John Easter worked at Pharmacia for 13 years, from 1988 to 2001, as a Research Scientist. His role involved extensive work in the synthesis and purification of isotopically labeled pharmaceutical compounds. His long tenure at Pharmacia provided him with valuable experience in multiple phases of the drug development process.
Education and Expertise in Chemistry
John Easter earned a Master of Science (MS) in Organic Chemistry from Illinois State University, where he studied from 1986 to 1988. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry at the same university, studying from 1982 to 1986. His educational background has equipped him with extensive knowledge in the field of chemistry.
Expertise in Isotopically Labeled Pharmaceuticals
John Easter has extensive experience in the synthesis and purification of isotopically labeled pharmaceuticals, working with isotopes such as 3H, 14C, 2H, 18F, 89Zr, 13C, and 15N. His proficiency in this area directly supports drug discovery and development activities. His role involves tailoring outside technologies for specific labeling purposes.
Proficiency in Modern Analytical Methods
John Easter employs various modern analytical methods in his work, including column chromatography, thin-layer chromatography (TLC), high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and mass spectroscopy. His expertise in these techniques aids in the accurate synthesis and purification of drug compounds.