Alexandra Saitta
About Alexandra Saitta
Alexandra Saitta is an NGS lab technician at Sophia Genetics in Genève, Switzerland, where she has worked since 2016. She has extensive experience in laboratory settings, having held various roles in research and biotechnology across multiple organizations.
Work at SOPHiA GENETICS
Alexandra Saitta has been employed as an NGS Lab Technician at SOPHiA GENETICS since 2016. In this role, she specializes in preparing NGS libraries and sequencing using various technologies. Her responsibilities include conducting experiments to explore genetic targets and disease pathways, as well as maintaining stocks and lab equipment in the laboratory. With over eight years of experience at SOPHiA GENETICS, she contributes to the company's mission of advancing genomic medicine.
Previous Experience in Biotechnology and Pharmacology
Before joining SOPHiA GENETICS, Alexandra Saitta held several positions in the biotechnology and pharmacology sectors. She worked as a Research Technician in pharmacology at UCB Pharma for 11 months in 2006-2007. Following that, she served as a Research Technician in cellular biology at Chemcom S.A. from 2009 to 2012. Additionally, she was a Senior Technician and Lab Coordinator at MyCartis from 2014 to 2016. Her diverse experience includes roles at Genkyotex S.A. and Biocartis, where she focused on biotechnology and lab operations.
Educational Background in Medical Biology
Alexandra Saitta studied at ISC Fleurus, where she focused on medical biology. She achieved her Bachelor’s degree from 2003 to 2006. This educational foundation has equipped her with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in her roles within laboratory settings, particularly in genetic research and biotechnology.
Expertise in Next-Generation Sequencing
Alexandra Saitta has developed expertise in preparing NGS libraries and sequencing using various technologies throughout her career. This specialization is critical in her current role at SOPHiA GENETICS, where she conducts experiments aimed at understanding genetic targets and disease pathways. Her technical skills contribute significantly to the advancement of genomic research and applications.