Riley Payne
About Riley Payne
Riley Payne serves as the Director of Antibody Discovery at Integral Molecular, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in biology and cell and molecular biology, with extensive experience in biotech and healthcare consulting.
Work at Integral Molecular
Riley Payne has been employed at Integral Molecular since 2019. Initially serving as a Senior Project Leader for three years, Riley transitioned to the role of Director of Antibody Discovery in 2022. In this capacity, Riley oversees the development of antibody discovery projects, leveraging extensive expertise in protein and virus production, purification, and high-throughput screening. The role involves leading teams to innovate and implement novel assays focused on membrane transport and cell signaling.
Previous Experience at Blood Centers of the Pacific
Before joining Integral Molecular, Riley Payne worked at Blood Centers of the Pacific as a Lab Technician/Coordinator from 2005 to 2006. This position was based in San Francisco, California, and involved laboratory coordination and technical support, contributing to the operational efficiency of the organization during that time.
Education and Expertise
Riley Payne holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Rochester, where studies were completed from 2000 to 2004. Following this, Riley pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Cell and Molecular Biology at the University of Pennsylvania, graduating in 2019. This academic background provides a strong foundation in biological sciences and research methodologies, complemented by expertise in developing assays and conducting high-throughput screening.
Demonstrated Leadership and Skills
Riley Payne has a demonstrated history of leadership in risk management and biotech consulting. Skills include protein and virus production, purification, cell culture, and biochemistry. Additionally, Riley is skilled in mitochondrial physiology, which supports the development of innovative solutions in antibody discovery and related fields.
Previous Roles at Integral Molecular
Prior to becoming the Director of Antibody Discovery, Riley Payne held multiple roles at Integral Molecular, including Research Scientist and Lab Manager from 2007 to 2014, and Senior Project Leader from 2019 to 2022. These positions involved managing laboratory operations, leading research initiatives, and contributing to the advancement of antibody discovery technologies.