Ashley Trama, Ph.D.
About Ashley Trama, Ph.D.
Ashley Trama, Ph.D., serves as the Senior Director of Research and Development Program Management at Locus Biosciences, Inc., where she has worked since 2020. She holds a Ph.D. in Immunology from Duke University and has extensive experience in program management and research roles across various institutions.
Current Role at Locus Biosciences
Ashley Trama, Ph.D., serves as the Senior Director of Research and Development Program Management at Locus Biosciences, Inc. since 2022. In this role, she oversees the strategic direction and execution of research initiatives aimed at advancing the company's innovative therapies. Additionally, she has been with Locus Biosciences since 2020, where she also holds the position of Senior Director of Technical Operations and Shared Services. Her contributions are vital to the company's mission of developing cutting-edge solutions in the biotechnology sector.
Previous Experience in Research Management
Prior to her current roles, Ashley Trama worked at The Duke Human Vaccine Institute, where she held several positions, including Research Project Manager from 2014 to 2015, and Assistant Director of Program Management for CHAVI-ID in 2018. She also served as Associate Research Laboratory Manager from 2015 to 2018. These roles involved managing research projects and coordinating efforts to enhance vaccine development and research initiatives.
Educational Background
Ashley Trama earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Immunology from Duke University, completing her studies from 2008 to 2014. She also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business, which she obtained between 2017 and 2018. Additionally, she received her Bachelor's Degree in Biology and Biological Psychology from the College of the Holy Cross, where she studied from 2004 to 2008.
Early Career and Internships
Ashley Trama began her career as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the College of the Holy Cross from 2007 to 2008. She also completed a Summer Internship at Foldrx Pharmaceuticals from 2006 to 2007. These early experiences provided her with foundational skills in research and development, which she has built upon throughout her professional journey.
Career Progression at Locus Biosciences
At Locus Biosciences, Ashley Trama has progressed through several key roles. She served as Director of Discovery in 2020 for eight months before transitioning to Associate Director of Program Management for 11 months. Her advancement within the organization reflects her expertise in program management and her commitment to the company's research objectives.