Evelyn Xu
About Evelyn Xu
Evelyn Xu serves as the Chief Scientist at Tessera Therapeutics, having transitioned to this role in 2023 after three years as a Senior Associate Researcher at bluebird bio. She holds a Master's degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and has developed expertise in single cell RNA sequencing and next-generation sequencing technologies.
Work at Tessera Therapeutics
Evelyn Xu currently serves as Chief Scientist at Tessera Therapeutics, a role she has held since 2023. In this position, she focuses on advancing the company's research initiatives and contributes to the development of innovative therapeutic solutions. Her expertise in molecular biology and sequencing technologies plays a significant role in the organization's scientific endeavors.
Previous Experience at bluebird bio
Evelyn Xu worked at bluebird bio from 2018 to 2023, where she held the positions of Associate Researcher II and Senior Associate Researcher I. During her tenure in Cambridge, Massachusetts, she gained valuable experience in research and development, contributing to the company's projects in gene therapy and molecular analysis.
Education and Expertise
Evelyn Xu earned her Master’s degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Wuhan University. Her academic background supports her extensive expertise in next-generation sequencing technologies and molecular analysis, particularly in single cell RNA sequencing platforms.
Background in Research and Development
Evelyn Xu has a diverse background in research and development, having worked in various roles across notable organizations. Prior to her time at bluebird bio, she was a Scientific Assistant at Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research from 2015 to 2018 and a Drug Discovery Cooperative at Biogen from 2013 to 2015. Her early experience includes a Research Assistant position at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a Laboratory Assistant Internship at MilliporeSigma.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Evelyn Xu has developed expertise in building single cell RNA sequencing platforms, including plate CITE-SEQ, cellular hashing, single nucleus sequencing, and nuclear pore hashing. She specializes in performing amplicon sequencing on target screens, which contributes to advancements in molecular analysis. Her extensive experience in next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies enhances her contributions to the field.