Alyssa S.
About Alyssa S.
Alyssa S. is a Senior Research Associate at Mammoth Biosciences, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in RNA extraction, library preparation, and high-throughput mammalian screening techniques, with a background in biotechnology education.
Work at Mammoth Biosciences
Alyssa S. has been employed at Mammoth Biosciences as a Senior Research Associate since 2021. In this role, she contributes to the company's research initiatives, focusing on innovative bioscience solutions. Her responsibilities include developing and optimizing research protocols, particularly in RNA extraction and library preparation. Her work supports the company's mission to advance CRISPR-based diagnostics and therapeutics.
Previous Experience in Biotechnology
Prior to her current position, Alyssa S. worked at PACT Pharma as a Research Associate II from 2020 to 2021. She also served as a Research Associate II at Intrexon Corporation from 2018 to 2020, and as a Research Associate at Cedars-Sinai from 2016 to 2018. These roles provided her with extensive experience in research methodologies and laboratory techniques within the biotechnology sector.
Education and Expertise
Alyssa S. holds a Professional Science Masters in Biotechnology from the University of San Francisco, which she completed from 2018 to 2020. She also earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Biotechnology from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, studying from 2010 to 2016. Her academic background supports her expertise in RNA extraction, library preparation, and high-throughput mammalian screening techniques.
Research Skills and Protocol Development
Alyssa S. specializes in RNA extraction and library preparation for both prokaryotic and eukaryotic samples using Illumina sequencing platforms. She is skilled in high-throughput mammalian screening techniques and develops research protocols with an emphasis on cost efficiency. Her ability to streamline research processes enhances productivity in her laboratory work.
Internship and Early Career
Alyssa S. began her career as an Undergraduate Intern at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona from 2015 to 2016. She also worked briefly as an Administrative Specialist at UCLA Health in 2014. These early experiences provided her with foundational skills in research and administrative support, contributing to her professional development in the biotechnology field.