Tasneem Kausar
About Tasneem Kausar
Tasneem Kausar is a scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb with over 10 years of experience in oncology research, specializing in preclinical and clinical studies.
Current Position at Bristol Myers Squibb
Tasneem Kausar currently serves as a Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb. In her role, she is involved in designing, executing, and interpreting preclinical and translational studies related to oncology research. She focuses on therapeutic target validation, mechanism of action studies, and biomarker discovery for cancer therapies.
Previous Roles in Pharmaceutical and Research Institutions
Tasneem Kausar has a rich history of working with prominent pharmaceutical companies and research institutions. She worked at Celgene for six months in 2019 as a Scientist. Prior to that, she served as an Associate Research Scientist at Pfizer from 2015 to 2017 in Pearl River, NY. She also held a position as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Michigan from 2012 to 2014, and as a PhD Student at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi, India, from 2005 to 2011.
Education in Biochemistry
Tasneem Kausar studied Biochemistry at Jamia Hamdard, where she earned her Master's degree between 2003 and 2005. This foundational education set the stage for her extensive career in oncology research, with a specialized focus on preclinical and clinical studies.
Expertise in Oncology Research
Tasneem Kausar brings over 10 years of experience in oncology research. Her expertise spans preclinical and clinical studies, focusing on cancer pharmacology and cancer immunotherapy. She is skilled in the design, execution, and interpretation of studies aimed at therapeutic target validation, mechanism of action, and biomarker discovery.
Technical Proficiencies in Cancer Research
Tasneem Kausar possesses a wide range of technical proficiencies essential for cancer research. These include in vivo and in vitro studies, cell culture, RNA interference, CRISPR, transfections, cloning, sequence analysis, PCR, qRT-PCR, SNP analysis, ELISA, western blotting, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, flow cytometry, proteomics, genomics, and xenograft studies. She is also experienced in drug discovery, assay development, and signal transduction studies.
Skills in Laboratory and Project Management
Tasneem Kausar is adept at managing laboratory operations and complex projects. Her skills include vendor selection, budget preparation, biosample management, bioanalysis, flow cytometry, protein and gene profiling, and the design of technical and regulatory protocols. She is also proficient in working with CROs on various projects, performing troubleshooting, and validating assays within defined timelines.