Jose F. Muñoz
About Jose F. Muñoz
Jose F. Muñoz is a Scientist II specializing in Target Evaluation at LifeMine Therapeutics, with a strong academic background in Computational and Molecular Biology, holding both a Master's and a Ph.D. from Universidad de Antioquía. He has previously worked at notable institutions including the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard and Corporación para Investigaciones Biológicas.
Work at LifeMine Therapeutics
Jose F. Muñoz has been employed at LifeMine Therapeutics since 2020, where he holds the position of Scientist II in Target Evaluation. In this role, he focuses on identifying and validating novel therapeutic targets. His work contributes to the company's mission of harnessing the potential of the natural world to develop innovative medicines.
Education and Expertise
Jose F. Muñoz has an extensive educational background in the field of biology. He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Microbiology from Universidad de Antioquía, followed by a Master of Science (M.Sc.) and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Computational and Molecular Biology from the same institution. His academic training provides a strong foundation for his research and scientific endeavors.
Background
Before joining LifeMine Therapeutics, Jose F. Muñoz gained valuable experience as a Postdoctoral Associate at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard from 2016 to 2020. He also worked as a Researcher Trainee at Corporación para Investigaciones Biológicas in Medellín, Colombia, from 2010 to 2016. Additionally, he served as a Teacher at Universidad de Antioquía from 2008 to 2012, where he contributed to the education of future scientists.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Jose F. Muñoz has engaged in various research projects that have advanced the field of computational biology. His tenure at Corporación para Investigaciones Biológicas included significant contributions as a Ph.D. Computational Biology researcher. His academic and professional experiences have equipped him with a deep understanding of molecular biology and its applications.