Melanie Chen
About Melanie Chen
Melanie Chen is a Research Associate II at Tessera Therapeutics, with a background in neurobiology and extensive experience in various research roles. She has worked at notable organizations including Dyno Therapeutics and Sartorius Stedim Biotech, and possesses expertise in behavioral assays, rodent handling, and data analysis using R.
Current Role at Tessera Therapeutics
Melanie Chen serves as a Research Associate II at Tessera Therapeutics, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she contributes to research initiatives focused on innovative therapeutic solutions. Her work involves applying her expertise in behavioral assays and molecular techniques, which are essential in the biotech field. The position is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where she collaborates with a team dedicated to advancing therapeutic technologies.
Previous Experience at Dyno Therapeutics
Prior to her current role, Melanie worked at Dyno Therapeutics as a Research Associate I in In-Vitro Analysis and AAV Engineering for four months in 2021. This experience provided her with hands-on exposure to advanced research methodologies in gene therapy. Her tenure at Dyno Therapeutics was also based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, contributing to her growing expertise in the biotech sector.
Experience at Sartorius Stedim Biotech
Melanie Chen was employed at Sartorius Stedim Biotech as an Analyst in Bioassay/Biosafety from 2019 to 2021. During her two-year tenure, she focused on bioassay development and biosafety testing, which are critical components of biopharmaceutical development. This role further enhanced her analytical skills and understanding of regulatory standards in the biotech industry.
Educational Background in Neurobiology
Melanie Chen earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California, Davis, from 2014 to 2018. Her academic training provided her with a solid foundation in neurobiology, complemented by practical research experience gained through various assistant roles at UC Davis and Boston University School of Medicine.
Research Skills and Expertise
Melanie possesses expertise in behavioral assays and rodent handling, which are important for conducting neurobiology research. She is proficient in data analysis using R, a programming language that is widely utilized for statistical computing and graphics. Additionally, her strong background in molecular techniques supports her work in analytical development within the biotech industry.