Tania Rosen Cheriyan, Ph.D.
About Tania Rosen Cheriyan, Ph.D.
Tania Rosen Cheriyan, Ph.D., is a Senior Scientist at StrideBio, Inc., where she manages a team and leads downstream purification efforts. She has a background in chemical engineering and pharmaceutical sciences, with experience in process development and viral clearance studies.
Work at StrideBio
Tania Rosen Cheriyan, Ph.D., has been employed as a Senior Scientist at StrideBio, Inc. since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for managing three direct report personnel and leading initiatives within the downstream purification department. Her work includes scaling up optimized lab-scale processes to pilot scale and transferring these programs to manufacturing. Additionally, she plays a key role in analyzing and presenting research data and project updates to clients.
Previous Experience at KBI Biopharma
Before joining StrideBio, Tania worked at KBI Biopharma as a Downstream Process Development Scientist I from 2017 to 2020. During her tenure in Durham, North Carolina, she contributed to the development of downstream processes, enhancing her expertise in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
Education and Expertise
Tania holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where she studied from 2012 to 2015. She also earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, she completed a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Pharmaceutical Sciences & Technology at the Institute of Chemical Technology from 2008 to 2012.
Background in Research and Development
Tania has a strong background in research and development, having organized and executed viral clearance studies at BioReliance in Maryland. She has also mentored newly recruited scientists in various purification techniques and strategies, showcasing her commitment to knowledge sharing and team development.
Leadership and Metrics Management
In her current role, Tania leads the collection of metrics for the downstream purification department. This responsibility involves analyzing performance data and ensuring that the team meets its operational goals. Her leadership extends to managing personnel and fostering a collaborative work environment.