Andrea Armstead, PhD
About Andrea Armstead, PhD
Andrea Armstead, PhD, is a Medical Science Liaison at Novocure in the Northeast/Boston region, with extensive experience in oncology and pharmaceutical sciences.
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Andrea Armstead, PhD, currently holds the title of Medical Science Liaison at Novocure, overseeing the Northeast/Boston region. She plays a crucial role in supporting the implementation and education of Optune(R) technology for patients with glioblastoma multiforme (GBM).
Education and Expertise
Andrea Armstead completed her PhD in Pharmaceutical & Pharmacological Sciences at West Virginia University from 2009 to 2014. She also holds a BS in Biochemistry from Washburn University, where she studied from 2003 to 2009. Her academic background laid a solid foundation for her extensive career in pharmaceuticals, oncology, and medical technology.
Work at Novocure
Andrea Armstead is currently working at Novocure as a Medical Science Liaison in the Northeast/Boston region. In this role, she supports the implementation and education of Optune(R) technology, which is used to treat glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) patients. Her work focuses on enhancing patient outcomes through advanced medical science and technology.
Previous Experience in Oncology
Before joining Novocure, Andrea worked as a Medical Science Liaison in Oncology at Coherus BioSciences from 2018 to 2020. During her tenure, she contributed significantly to advancing the understanding and treatments of oncology-related conditions in the Greater Boston Area.
Field Application Scientist Role
Andrea Armstead served as a Field Application Scientist at Precision NanoSystems, Inc. from 2016 to 2018. She focused on the East Coast North America region, where she applied her expertise in nanotechnology and pharmaceuticals to support various scientific applications.
Technical Marketing Specialist at Quad Technologies
From 2015 to 2016, Andrea Armstead worked at Quad Technologies as a Technical Marketing Specialist. In this role, she was involved in various technical marketing initiatives, leveraging her scientific background to support the company's marketing strategies effectively.