Vivian (Wei) Liu
About Vivian (Wei) Liu
Vivian (Wei) Liu is a Senior Scientist II at Entrada Therapeutics, with a background in pharmaceutical science and extensive experience in drug development and bioanalytical methods. She has held various research and teaching positions across multiple institutions, contributing to her expertise in pharmacokinetics and drug interactions.
Current Role at Entrada Therapeutics
Vivian Liu currently holds the position of Senior Scientist II at Entrada Therapeutics, a role she has occupied since 2023. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, she contributes to the company's research and development efforts, focusing on advancing therapeutic solutions.
Previous Experience in Pharmaceutical Research
Before joining Entrada Therapeutics, Vivian Liu worked at several notable organizations in the pharmaceutical sector. She served as a Research Scientist at Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. from 2018 to 2019, and as a Scientist II at Takeda from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she held a position as a Senior Scientist at Corning Incorporated from 2020 to 2021 and worked at Axcella as a Senior Scientist in 2022.
Educational Background in Pharmaceutical Science
Vivian Liu earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmaceutical Science from Southern Medical University, where she studied from 2007 to 2010. Her academic journey also includes a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, completed between 1998 and 2002, and a Master's degree in Neuropharmacology from Jinan University, achieved from 2003 to 2006.
Expertise in Bioanalytical Method Development
Vivian Liu possesses specialized expertise in bioanalytical LC-MS/MS method development and validation, particularly for oligonucleotides and small molecule drugs. She has demonstrated proficiency in conducting IND enabling in vitro drug-drug interaction (DDI) studies and pharmacokinetic-pharmacodynamic (PK-PD) analysis, showcasing her capabilities in drug development processes.
Teaching and Research Experience
Prior to her industry roles, Vivian Liu worked as a Lecturer at Southern Medical University from 2006 to 2011, where she contributed to the academic development of students. She also served as an Associate Research Fellow at Jinan University from 2013 to 2014, further enhancing her research credentials.