Tina Tang
About Tina Tang
Tina Tang serves as a Scientific Review Officer at the Center for Scientific Review, having previously held various roles at the National Institutes of Health and GlaxoSmithKline. She possesses extensive expertise in drug discovery, scientific communications, and a strong academic background in biochemistry and neurosciences.
Current Role at Center for Scientific Review
Tina Tang serves as a Scientific Review Officer at the Center for Scientific Review, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the scientific review process for grant applications submitted to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Her work involves evaluating the scientific merit of proposals and ensuring that the review process is conducted fairly and efficiently. This position builds on her extensive experience in scientific research and review, contributing to the advancement of biomedical research.
Previous Experience at National Institutes of Health
Tina Tang has held multiple positions at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). She worked as a Scientific Review Officer (Contractor) from 2016 to 2019 and as a Senior Scientific Research Analyst (Contractor) from 2015 to 2017. Prior to these roles, she served as a Research Analyst at the Center for Scientific Review for five months in 2011. Her tenure at NIH has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of the scientific review process and the operational aspects of grant funding.
Experience at GlaxoSmithKline
Tina Tang worked at GlaxoSmithKline in various roles from 2012 to 2015. She served as Communications Lead and Scientific Communications Liaison in the R&D department while based in Shanghai, China. Additionally, she held the position of Communications Manager for a Pharma/Vaccine secondment in 2014. Her experience at GlaxoSmithKline equipped her with skills in scientific communication and media relations within a global corporate environment.
Educational Background
Tina Tang has a strong academic background in the sciences. She earned a Ph.D. in Neurosciences from the University of Bristol from 2005 to 2009. Prior to that, she obtained a Master's degree in Biochemistry (Hons) from the University of Bath, where she studied from 2001 to 2005. Her foundational education includes GCE A-Levels in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Music, and Chinese from The Royal Wolverhampton School, completed between 1999 and 2001.
Scientific Expertise and Skills
Tina Tang possesses a robust scientific and technical background in stem cell biology and neurobiology. She has broad expertise in drug discovery and development, covering the entire process from early discovery to late-stage development. Additionally, she has significant experience in scientific writing, effectively translating complex scientific information into lay language for diverse audiences. Her skills in scientific and internal communications enhance her ability to engage with various stakeholders.