Joyce Samson
About Joyce Samson
Joyce Samson is a Senior Research Associate at Dyno Therapeutics in Watertown, Massachusetts, with a background in molecular biology and genetic engineering.
Current Position at Dyno Therapeutics
Joyce Samson currently holds the position of Senior Research Associate at Dyno Therapeutics. Located in Watertown, Massachusetts, she joined the company in April 2021. Her work focuses primarily on gene therapy research projects, contributing to the development of novel gene delivery systems. At Dyno Therapeutics, she collaborates closely with other biotechnology companies to advance the field of genetic engineering.
Experience at Manus Bio
Before her current role, Joyce Samson worked at Manus Bio as a Research Associate from 2019 to 2021. During her tenure in Boston, Massachusetts, she played a significant role in engineering microbes for the production of natural plant compounds. This experience allowed her to apply her expertise in molecular biology techniques to real-world applications in biotechnology.
Research Contributions at UCLA
Joyce Samson worked as a Research Associate in the Kosuri Lab at UCLA from 2016 to 2019. Her research focused on DHFR variant libraries and their functional complementation in E. coli. During her undergraduate studies, she also investigated the alternative splicing of mRNA in yeast and its implications in gene regulation. These roles provided her with extensive experience in molecular biology and genetic engineering.
Educational Background
Joyce Samson earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from the University of California, Los Angeles, with a minor in Society and Genetics. She studied at UCLA from 2014 to 2018. Prior to attending UCLA, she completed her high school education at Mater Dei Catholic High School from 2010 to 2014. Her comprehensive education laid a solid foundation for her research career in biotechnology.
Early Research Experience
In 2013, Joyce Samson gained early research experience as a Summer Research Intern at the University of San Diego, where she worked for two months. This internship provided her with initial exposure to scientific research, setting the stage for her future academic and professional achievements in the field of molecular biology and biotechnology.