Libo Sun
About Libo Sun
Libo Sun serves as the Senior Director of Biostatistics at Geron Corporation, where he has worked since 2019. He has a strong academic background in statistics and computational mathematics, complemented by extensive professional experience in statistical analysis and programming.
Work at Geron
Libo Sun has served as Senior Director of Biostatistics at Geron Corporation since 2019. In this role, he applies his expertise in statistical methods and quantitative modeling to support clinical development and regulatory submissions. His position in New Jersey involves overseeing biostatistical activities and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the integrity of data analysis and interpretation.
Previous Experience at Janssen Pharmaceuticals
Before joining Geron, Libo Sun worked as a Principal Statistician at The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson from 2015 to 2019. His responsibilities included designing statistical analyses for clinical trials and contributing to the development of statistical methodologies that informed decision-making processes within the organization.
Educational Background
Libo Sun holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Statistics from Colorado State University, where he studied from 2010 to 2015. He also earned a Master's Degree in Statistics from Michigan State University between 2008 and 2010. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor's Degree in Computational Mathematics with a minor in Computer Science at Xi'an Jiaotong University from 2004 to 2008.
Internship Experience
Libo Sun gained practical experience through internships, including a position as a Statistician Intern at the Food and Drug Administration in 2013 and as a Statistician Intern at StataCorp in 2014. These roles provided him with foundational skills in statistical analysis and programming, which he has built upon throughout his career.
Skills and Expertise
Libo Sun possesses extensive experience in computer programming, statistical analysis, and numerical techniques. His strong background in statistical methods and quantitative modeling supports his contributions to biostatistics. He is recognized for his work ethic and ability to collaborate effectively within teams, enhancing team dynamics and project outcomes.