Jacques Saarbach
About Jacques Saarbach
Jacques Saarbach is an Associate Research Scientist at Yale University and a Principal Scientist at Siduma Therapeutics, specializing in covalent small molecule research and mass-spectrometry. He holds a PhD in Chemical Biology from Université de Genève and has extensive experience in in silico screening methodologies and synthetic methodologies for peptide nucleic acids.
Current Position at Yale University
Jacques Saarbach currently holds the position of Associate Research Scientist at Yale University, a role he has occupied since 2023. In this capacity, he is involved in advanced research initiatives, contributing to the scientific community in New Haven, Connecticut. His work focuses on covalent small molecule research and mass-spectrometry, areas in which he has developed significant expertise.
Previous Experience at Yale University
Prior to his current role, Jacques Saarbach worked at Yale University as a Postdoctoral Fellow from 2020 to 2023. During this three-year tenure, he engaged in research activities that enhanced his knowledge and skills in chemical biology. His experience at Yale laid the foundation for his subsequent position as Associate Research Scientist.
Educational Background
Jacques Saarbach earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Biology from Université de Genève, where he studied from 2014 to 2019. His education also includes a Diplome d'ingénieur chimiste de l'ENSCM, equivalent to a Master of Science (M.Sc.), obtained from Ecole Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier between 2013 and 2014. He completed his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry at the same institution from 2010 to 2012.
Professional Experience at Siduma Therapeutics
In addition to his role at Yale University, Jacques Saarbach serves as Principal Scientist at Siduma Therapeutics, a position he has held since 2023. His responsibilities include leading research efforts in the development of therapeutic solutions, leveraging his expertise in covalent small molecule research.
Research Contributions and Specializations
Jacques Saarbach specializes in covalent small molecule research and mass-spectrometry. He has significant experience in in silico screening methodologies and has worked on synthetic methodologies for peptide nucleic acids. His research contributions include developing fluorescent biosensors for monitoring kinase activity and conducting studies on cellular uptake and mRNA splicing.