Shourya J.
About Shourya J.
Shourya J. is a Senior Research Associate at Roivant Sciences, with a background in biotechnology and experience in research roles at Silicon Therapeutics and CuriRx Inc. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute and a Master's degree from Northeastern University.
Current Role at Roivant Sciences
Shourya J. currently holds the position of Senior Research Associate at Roivant Sciences. In this role, Shourya is responsible for conducting advanced research and contributing to various projects within the organization. Since joining Roivant Sciences in 2021, Shourya has utilized expertise in biotechnology to support the development of innovative solutions in the pharmaceutical sector.
Previous Experience at Silicon Therapeutics
Before joining Roivant Sciences, Shourya J. worked at Silicon Therapeutics as a Research Associate from 2019 to 2021. During this time, Shourya contributed to significant research initiatives. Additionally, Shourya served as a Biophysics and Biochemistry Co-op at Silicon Therapeutics for five months in 2019, where responsibilities included performing fluorescence polarization assays to evaluate the inhibitory constant of compounds against target proteins.
Educational Background in Biotechnology
Shourya J. earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology from Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute in Pune, completing the program from 2012 to 2016. Following this, Shourya pursued a Master’s Degree in Biotechnology at Northeastern University, studying from 2017 to 2019. This educational foundation has equipped Shourya with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the field of biotechnology.
Internship Experience at CuriRx Inc
In 2018, Shourya J. completed a Laboratory Associate Internship at CuriRx Inc for two months in Wilmington, Massachusetts. During this internship, Shourya led efforts with a mentor to produce a challenging target protein, achieving notable results. This experience contributed to the development of practical skills in laboratory settings and reinforced Shourya's commitment to research.
Training and Leadership Skills
Shourya J. has demonstrated leadership abilities by training junior scientists to troubleshoot issues and manage multiple tasks effectively. This role involved ensuring the quality of datasets and presenting data at various project team meetings, showcasing Shourya's capacity to communicate complex information clearly and effectively within a team environment.