Akhila Konda
About Akhila Konda
Akhila Konda is a Research Associate II at Generate Biomedicines, where she develops and optimizes novel protein therapeutics for various diseases. She has a background in bioengineering and biomedical engineering, with experience in both academic and industry settings, including roles at Northeastern University and Jounce Therapeutics.
Current Role at Generate Biomedicines
Akhila Konda serves as a Research Associate II at Generate Biomedicines, Inc., a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on the development and optimization of novel protein therapeutics aimed at addressing various diseases. Her responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and execute experiments, analyze data, and report findings. This position allows her to leverage her expertise in biomedicine to contribute to advancements in therapeutic solutions.
Previous Experience at Northeastern University
Before her current role, Akhila Konda gained valuable experience at Northeastern University. She worked as a Graduate Research Assistant in the College of Engineering from 2019 to 2020 for eight months. Additionally, she served as a Residential Proctor and a Patient Care Associate in 2021, each for six months. These roles provided her with a diverse skill set and a solid foundation in research and patient care.
Internships and Early Career Development
Akhila Konda completed several internships that contributed to her professional development. She interned at Unique Biotech in 2019 for three months and at Osmania University in 2018 for five months, both located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Additionally, she worked as a Product Development and Technical Operations Co-Op at Jounce Therapeutics, Inc. in 2020 for three months. These experiences enhanced her practical knowledge in biotechnology and biomedicine.
Educational Background in Bioengineering
Akhila Konda holds a Master of Science (MS) degree in Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering from Northeastern University, where she studied from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Biotechnology from Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology, completing her studies from 2014 to 2018. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in the principles of engineering and biological sciences.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Akhila Konda possesses a range of technical skills relevant to her work in biomedicine. She has expertise in cell culture, hydrophobic interaction chromatography, and enzyme assays, which are essential for high-throughput screening, purification, and characterization of candidate molecules. Her technical proficiency supports her contributions to the development of innovative therapeutic solutions.