Urjita Tendolkar
About Urjita Tendolkar
Urjita Tendolkar is a Senior Research Associate currently employed at Tessera Therapeutics since 2023. She has a background in biotechnology and molecular biology, with previous experience at Acceleron Pharma, Takeda, and Cocoon Biotech.
Work at Tessera Therapeutics
Urjita Tendolkar has been employed at Tessera Therapeutics as a Senior Research Associate since 2023. In this role, she contributes to the company's research initiatives, focusing on innovative therapeutic solutions. Her responsibilities involve conducting experiments, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance the company's objectives in genetic medicine.
Previous Experience in Biotechnology
Before joining Tessera Therapeutics, Urjita Tendolkar gained valuable experience in the biotechnology sector. She worked at Acceleron Pharma as a Cell Line Development and Drug Substance Co-op for five months in 2019 in the Greater Boston Area. Additionally, she served as a Lead Discovery Co-op at Takeda for five months in 2020 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Earlier, she was a Research Assistant at Cocoon Biotech for five months in 2018, also in the Greater Boston Area.
Education and Expertise
Urjita Tendolkar holds a Master's degree in Biotechnology from Northeastern University, where she studied from 2020 to 2021. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology from the same institution, completing her studies from 2016 to 2020. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in the principles of biotechnology and molecular biology.
Early Education
Urjita Tendolkar completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program at SVKM International School from 2014 to 2016. This program equipped her with a diverse educational background and critical thinking skills, which have contributed to her academic and professional pursuits in the field of science.