Melissa Evans
About Melissa Evans
Melissa Evans is a Senior Research Associate at Invenra in Madison, Wisconsin, with three years of experience in the industry. She holds a Master's degree in Biology and has a background in molecular diagnostics and various research roles across multiple institutions.
Work at Invenra
Melissa Evans has been employed at Invenra as a Senior Research Associate since 2021. In this role, she applies her academic knowledge and industry experience to contribute to the company's research initiatives. Her responsibilities include utilizing in vivo models and plate-based assays, which are essential for drug discovery and development processes. Based in Madison, Wisconsin, she has accumulated three years of experience in this position, enhancing her expertise in molecular biology techniques.
Previous Experience in Research and Development
Prior to her current role, Melissa Evans gained valuable experience in various research positions. She worked as a Research Associate at Indiana University School of Medicine from 2020 to 2021, where she contributed to ongoing research projects. Before that, she served as a Flow Cytometry Summer Technician Intern at Covance in 2018 for three months. Additionally, she held the position of Graduate Teaching Assistant at Ball State University from 2018 to 2020, and worked as a Research Assistant at the same institution from 2017 to 2020.
Educational Background in Biology and Microbiology
Melissa Evans completed her Master of Science in Biology at Ball State University from 2018 to 2020. Her academic journey also includes a Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology and Biotechnology, which she earned from the same university between 2014 and 2018. This educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in biological sciences, complementing her practical experience in the field.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Melissa Evans possesses advanced skills in mammalian cell culture and western blot analysis, which are critical techniques in molecular biology. Her expertise extends to in vivo models and plate-based assays, making her proficient in methodologies that are vital for drug discovery and development. These technical skills enhance her contributions to research projects and support her role as a Senior Research Associate.