Jessica Wiwczar, PhD
About Jessica Wiwczar, PhD
Jessica Wiwczar, PhD, is a Senior Scientist specializing in Protein Engineering and Translational Bioprocessing at Invenra. She has extensive experience in research and development, having worked at notable institutions such as Pfizer, Yale University, and Aldevron.
Current Role at Invenra
Jessica Wiwczar serves as a Senior Scientist in Protein Engineering and Translational Bioprocessing at Invenra. She has held this position since 2020 in Madison, Wisconsin. In her role, she focuses on the development and optimization of protein engineering processes, contributing to advancements in biotherapeutics.
Previous Experience at Pfizer
Jessica Wiwczar worked as a Research Intern at Pfizer in Groton, Connecticut, for a duration of two months in 2011. This early experience provided her with foundational skills in pharmaceutical research and development.
Research Background at Yale University
Jessica Wiwczar spent six years at Yale University, from 2011 to 2017, as a Graduate Student Researcher. During this time, she focused on Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry, culminating in her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree. Additionally, she served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2013 to 2014.
Experience in Downstream Process Development
Jessica Wiwczar has significant experience in downstream process development. She worked at Aldevron as Scientist III in Downstream Process Development and Technical Operations for one year from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, she was an Associate Scientist at Catalent Pharma Solutions from 2018 to 2019.
Educational Background
Jessica Wiwczar earned her Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry and Studio Art from Mount Holyoke College, completing her studies from 2004 to 2008. She later pursued her PhD in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry at Yale University, where she studied from 2011 to 2017.