Emily Schmidt
About Emily Schmidt
Emily Schmidt is a Director of Autologous Process & Analytical Development at Adaptimmune, where she has worked since 2022. She has a PhD in Immunology from the University of Birmingham and has held various roles in scientific research and leadership within the biotechnology sector.
Current Role at Adaptimmune
Emily Schmidt serves as the Director of Autologous Process & Analytical Development at Adaptimmune. She has held this position since 2022. In her role, she oversees the development and optimization of autologous processes and analytical methods, contributing to the advancement of cell therapy products.
Previous Experience at Adaptimmune
Emily Schmidt has a significant history with Adaptimmune, where she held multiple positions. She worked as a Line-Managing Principal Scientist and Scientific Group Leader from 2017 to 2019. Following this, she served as Associate Director from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she was a Senior Scientist at the company from 2015 to 2017.
Educational Background in Immunology and Biochemistry
Emily Schmidt earned her PhD in Immunology from The University of Birmingham, where she studied from 2006 to 2010. Prior to this, she completed her undergraduate studies in Biochemistry at the University of Bath from 2002 to 2006. Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in the biological sciences.
Research Contributions and Publications
Emily Schmidt co-authored a study focused on the enhancement of TCR-engineered T-cells targeting the MAGE-A4 antigen. She has also been involved in research presented at the SITC Annual Meeting in 2021, showcasing her contributions to the field of immunology and cell therapy.
Professional Experience Prior to Adaptimmune
Before joining Adaptimmune, Emily Schmidt worked in various research and industry roles. She was a Post-Doctoral Research Scientist at the Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology, University of Oxford from 2010 to 2015. Additionally, she completed an industrial placement at GlaxoSmithKline and a summer placement at AstraZeneca, gaining valuable experience in the pharmaceutical sector.