Viral Amin
About Viral Amin
Viral Amin is a Senior Research Associate II specializing in Biochemistry and Biophysics at MOMA Therapeutics in Boston. He has extensive experience in protein production and purification, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations since 2013.
Work at MOMA Therapeutics
Currently, Viral Amin holds the position of Senior Research Associate II in Biochemistry and Biophysics at MOMA Therapeutics. He has been with the organization since 2021. In this role, he applies his expertise in biochemistry to contribute to the development of innovative therapeutic solutions. His responsibilities include conducting research and experiments that support the company's scientific objectives.
Education and Expertise
Viral Amin earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology from Thomas Jefferson University, studying from 2013 to 2014. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in Biotechnology with a focus on Molecular Biology and Lab Management from the same institution, completing his studies in 2015. His educational background equips him with a solid foundation in biochemistry and biophysics, complemented by his proficiency in modern laboratory techniques.
Background in Protein Biochemistry
Viral Amin has extensive experience in protein biochemistry, having worked as a Protein Biochemistry Associate at Genocea Biosciences from 2016 to 2017. His role involved the application of advanced techniques in protein purification and analysis. Prior to this, he served as Scientist II and Team Leader in the Molecular Biology Department at Rockland Immunochemicals Inc. from 2014 to 2016, where he further honed his skills in molecular biology.
Technical Skills and Laboratory Techniques
Viral Amin is proficient in designing vectors for large-scale recombinant protein production across various hosts, including bacterial, mammalian, and insect systems. He is skilled in modern laboratory techniques such as recombinant DNA technology, protein purification, gel electrophoresis, Western blotting, and immunoassays. His expertise extends to analytical techniques, including sequence analysis with tools like SnapGene and Vector NTI, primer design, and nucleic acid isolation.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role, Viral Amin gained valuable experience as a Manufacturing & Packaging Technician at Sharp Clinical Services in 2014 and as a Student Research Assistant at Montgomery County Community College in 2013. These positions provided him with foundational skills in laboratory practices and research methodologies, contributing to his overall professional development in the field of biochemistry.