Anna Konecny
About Anna Konecny
Anna Konecny is a Research Associate at Kite Pharma, specializing in scientific image analysis and bioinformatics. She holds a Master's degree in Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine from the University of Southern California and has a background in the hospital and healthcare industry.
Work at Kite Pharma
Anna Konecny has been employed at Kite Pharma as a Research Associate since 2018. Her role is based in Santa Monica, where she has accumulated six years of experience in the field. At Kite Pharma, she utilizes her expertise in scientific image analysis and bioinformatics to contribute to research and development initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Anna Konecny earned her Master's degree in Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine from the University of Southern California, studying from 2016 to 2017. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in Biology and English from Mount Holyoke College, where she studied from 2010 to 2015. Her academic background supports her proficiency in various scientific techniques, including Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and the use of ImageJ for analyzing scientific images.
Previous Experience at City of Hope
Before her tenure at Kite Pharma, Anna Konecny worked as a Research Associate at City of Hope for seven months in 2018. This position was located in the Greater Los Angeles Area and provided her with valuable experience in the healthcare and hospital industry, further enhancing her research skills.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Anna Konecny possesses strong technical skills in several areas relevant to her research role. She is proficient in Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) techniques and has demonstrated expertise in using BLAST, a bioinformatics tool for comparing biological sequences. Additionally, she is skilled in using ImageJ for the analysis of scientific images, which is essential for her work in research.
Background in Healthcare and Research
Anna Konecny has a professional background in the hospital and healthcare industry. This experience has informed her approach to research and development, allowing her to contribute effectively to projects within the pharmaceutical sector.