Joe Sarkis, Ph.D
About Joe Sarkis, Ph.D
Joe Sarkis, Ph.D, is a Principal Scientist at Moderna with extensive experience in cellular pharmacology and biophysical techniques. He has a strong background in mentoring, research, and communication, having worked at prestigious institutions including Harvard Medical School and Université de Rennes 1.
Work at Moderna
Currently, Joe Sarkis, Ph.D., serves as a Principal Scientist at Moderna, a position he has held since 2019. He also holds the title of Senior Scientist at the same organization, a role he has occupied since 2017. In these positions, he contributes to the company's research initiatives in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focusing on advancements in cellular pharmacology and related fields.
Previous Experience at Harvard Medical School
Joe Sarkis worked at Harvard Medical School as a Research Fellow in the Program in Cellular and Molecular Medicine and the Department of Cell Biology from 2013 to 2017. During this four-year tenure in Boston, Massachusetts, he engaged in significant research activities that contributed to the understanding of cellular processes.
Education and Expertise
Joe Sarkis holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biochemistry, Biophysics, and Molecular Biology from Université de Rennes I, which he completed from 2008 to 2011. He also earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Bioinformatics, Structural Biochemistry, and Genomics from Aix-Marseille Université in 2007. Additionally, he completed a Mini-MBA in International Business at Harvard Business School in 2016.
Research and Technical Skills
Joe Sarkis possesses expertise in protein/membrane interactions and is skilled in various biophysical techniques, including Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) and Surface Rheology. He is proficient in computational analysis tools such as MATLAB, Image J, and PyMOL, which support advanced image and data analysis in scientific research.
Involvement in Professional Associations
Joe Sarkis actively participates as a member of the Boston Children's Hospital Postdoctoral Association. In this role, he serves as a representative voice and liaison between fellows, faculty, and administration, facilitating communication and collaboration within the institution.