Sami Rifai
About Sami Rifai
Sami Rifai is an Associate Scientist at Adaptimmune, where he has worked since 2023 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He holds a BS in chemical engineering from Purdue University and has extensive experience in both academia and industry.
Work at Adaptimmune
Sami Rifai currently serves as an Associate Scientist at Adaptimmune, a position he has held since 2023. Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, he focuses on leveraging his technical and communication skills to enhance the engineering field and improve client and customer experiences. His role involves contributing to the development of innovative solutions in the biotechnology sector.
Education and Expertise
Sami Rifai holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University, where he also completed a minor in Chemistry. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles and chemical processes. His commitment to lifelong learning drives his continuous professional development, allowing him to stay updated with advancements in his field.
Professional Background
Sami Rifai has a diverse professional background that includes significant roles in both academia and industry. Prior to joining Adaptimmune, he worked at Anokion as a Senior Research Associate from 2021 to 2024. His experience also includes positions at the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, Roche Diagnostics, and Boston Children's Hospital, among others. This varied experience has equipped him with a broad skill set applicable to his current role.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current position, Sami Rifai held several roles that contributed to his expertise. He worked as a Process Engineer at Roche Diagnostics for two months in 2012 and as a Research Chemist at Instrumentation Laboratory in 2015. Additionally, he served as a Research Associate III at the Wyss Institute from 2015 to 2020 and had earlier roles as a Lab Assistant at Boston Children's Hospital. His tenure at Kisbee Therapeutics involved contributing to the early development stages of the startup.