Yang (Amy) Xu
About Yang (Amy) Xu
Yang (Amy) Xu is a Principal Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb in the New York City Metropolitan Area. She has a diverse background in translational science, oncology bioinformatics, and systems biology, with previous roles at AstraZeneca, University of Massachusetts Medical School, and University of Minnesota.
Title and Current Role
Yang (Amy) Xu serves as a Principal Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb. She has been with the organization since September 2019, based in the New York City Metropolitan Area. In her role, she applies her extensive experience in translational science and oncology bioinformatics, contributing to pioneering research and development efforts.
Previous Experience at AstraZeneca
Before joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Yang (Amy) Xu worked at AstraZeneca as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Translational Science and Oncology Bioinformatics. She held this position from 2017 to 2019, working in the Greater Boston Area. During this time, she contributed to research efforts aimed at advancing the understanding and treatment of cancer through bioinformatics approaches.
Academic Background and Research at UMass Chan Medical School
Yang (Amy) Xu completed her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Systems Biology at UMass Chan Medical School, where she studied from 2012 to 2017. Her graduate work laid a strong foundation in systems biology, equipping her with the skills and knowledge essential for her subsequent research roles. She spent five years in Worcester, Massachusetts, advancing her expertise in this field.
Research Experience at University of Minnesota and Hennepin Healthcare
Yang (Amy) Xu gained early research experience as a Research Associate at the University of Minnesota from 2011 to 2012, followed by a brief role at Hennepin Healthcare in 2010. These roles provided her with practical insight into the field of neuroscience research, building on her academic background and preparing her for more specialized positions in her career.
Education Credentials from Harvard University and University of Minnesota
Yang (Amy) Xu achieved her Postdoctoral Fellowship at Harvard University, focusing on translational science and oncology bioinformatics, from 2017 to 2019. Prior to this, she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Neuroscience from the University of Minnesota, where she studied from 2008 to 2011. These academic achievements highlight her dedication to advanced education and specialized training in her field.