Xin Miao
About Xin Miao
Xin Miao serves as the Senior Director of Assay Development at Mammoth Biosciences, where he has worked since 2018. He holds a BSc in Biology-Chemistry from the University of New Brunswick and a PhD in Molecular Biology from The University of British Columbia.
Work at Mammoth Biosciences
Xin Miao serves as the Senior Director of Assay Development at Mammoth Biosciences, a position held since 2018. In this role, Miao focuses on developing innovative assay technologies that enhance diagnostic capabilities. The work involves leading a team dedicated to advancing the company's mission of democratizing access to high-quality diagnostics. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Miao contributes to the strategic direction and execution of assay development projects.
Education and Expertise
Xin Miao earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology-Chemistry from the University of New Brunswick, studying from 1989 to 1993. Miao furthered academic pursuits by obtaining a PhD in Molecular Biology from The University of British Columbia, where studies took place from 1994 to 2002. This educational background provides a strong foundation in both biological and chemical sciences, contributing to expertise in assay development and product innovation.
Background
Prior to joining Mammoth Biosciences, Xin Miao held several key positions in the biotechnology sector. Miao worked at GRAIL, Inc. as Associate Director of Product Development for a period of 10 months in 2017 to 2018. Before that, Miao spent six years at Ion Torrent Systems as Senior Manager in Research and Development from 2010 to 2016. Additionally, Miao worked at Affymetrix as a Senior Staff Scientist from 2005 to 2010. These roles contributed to a diverse skill set in product development and research.
Professional Experience
Xin Miao has extensive experience in the biotechnology industry, with a career spanning over two decades. At Affymetrix, Miao contributed as a Senior Staff Scientist for five years, focusing on advancements in genomic technologies. Following this, Miao's role at Ion Torrent Systems involved managing R&D efforts, which lasted six years. Miao's tenure at GRAIL, Inc. as Associate Director of Product Development further solidified expertise in product innovation and development processes.