Robert Tikkanen
About Robert Tikkanen
Robert Tikkanen is a Research Associate II in Downstream Process Development at Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc., where he has worked since 2020. He holds a Master of Science in Chemistry and has experience in data-driven process efficiency and protein expression in the biotechnology industry.
Current Role at Asklepios BioPharmaceutical
Robert Tikkanen serves as a Research Associate II in Downstream Process Development at Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc. (AskBio) in Morrisville, North Carolina. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to advancements in biopharmaceutical processes. His role focuses on optimizing downstream processes, which are critical for the production of biopharmaceutical products.
Previous Experience in Research and Biotechnology
Prior to his current role, Robert Tikkanen gained valuable experience in various research positions. He worked as an Undergraduate Student Researcher at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro from 2016 to 2017. He also served as a Graduate Student Researcher at the same institution from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, he worked at LabCorp as a Genomics Lab Technologist and as a Project Specialist Trainee, where he developed standard operating protocols for assays in the biotechnology sector.
Educational Background in Chemistry and Biochemistry
Robert Tikkanen holds a Master of Science (MS) in Chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where he studied from 2018 to 2020. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biochemistry from the same university, completing his studies from 2013 to 2017. Earlier, he studied Polymer and Color Chemistry at North Carolina State University, achieving a Bachelor's degree from 2010 to 2012.
Skills in Process Efficiency and Data Analysis
Robert Tikkanen possesses a strong focus on data-driven process efficiency, aimed at enhancing organizational productivity while maintaining quality standards. His expertise includes in vitro protein expression and purification, which are essential skills in the biotechnology field. This combination of skills supports his contributions to the development of effective biopharmaceutical processes.