Eric Lee
About Eric Lee
Eric Lee is a Senior Research Scientist at Inotiv, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology from UC San Diego and a Master's degree in Cell and Molecular Biology from Colorado State University, with extensive experience in research related to autoimmune diseases, oncology, and HIV infection.
Work at Inotiv
Eric Lee has been employed at Inotiv as a Senior Research Scientist since 2020. He works in Boulder, Colorado, focusing on research and development in the field of biotherapeutics. His role involves leading projects related to synthetic microRNAs and their applications in autoimmune diseases and oncology. Lee's expertise contributes to advancing the company's research initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Eric Lee earned a Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology from the University of California, San Diego, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology from Colorado State University, completing his studies from 2006 to 2009. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his research in molecular biology and biotherapeutics.
Background
Prior to his current role at Inotiv, Eric Lee held various positions in the research field. He worked as a Research Associate at Illumina from 2004 to 2006 and at GlaxoSmithKline for a brief period in 2010. He also served as a Hind Brand Ambassador at Collective Licensing International from 2013 to 2015. His diverse experiences have equipped him with a broad skill set in research and development.
Research Contributions
Eric Lee has made significant contributions to various research projects throughout his career. He managed a laboratory at the University of Colorado, where he focused on HIV infection and the relationship between the human microbiome and HIV. He also conducted research on the Interferon response to HIV and led a thesis project examining dendritic cells in relation to Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection.
Technical Skills and Leadership
In his role, Eric Lee leads the Ex Vivo division at Bolder BioPATH, where he focuses on endpoint analytics for disease models. He utilizes techniques such as Flow Cytometry, qRT-PCR, and plate-based immunoassays. Lee has also served as the primary operator for a Zeiss confocal microscope, assisting in experimental design and execution for various research projects.