Cindy Law, PhD
About Cindy Law, PhD
Cindy Law, PhD, serves as the Science Lead for Reagent Selection at BenchSci, where she has worked since 2019. With over a decade of experience in biotech and academia, she specializes in assay development, preclinical target validation, and drug discovery.
Current Role at BenchSci
Cindy Law serves as the Science Lead for Reagent Selection at BenchSci, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she focuses on optimizing reagent selection processes to enhance research efficiency and accuracy. Her work contributes to the development of innovative solutions that support scientists in their research endeavors. BenchSci is known for its commitment to improving the drug discovery process through advanced technology and data-driven insights.
Previous Experience in Academia
Prior to her current role, Cindy Law worked at the University of Toronto as a PhD student from 2006 to 2014, where she focused on Medical Biophysics and Cellular and Molecular Biology. Following her doctoral studies, she served as a Research Assistant at York University for 11 months in 2014-2015. Additionally, she was a Thesis Student at the University of Waterloo from 2005 to 2006, specializing in Computational Science with a Biochemistry focus.
Education and Academic Background
Cindy Law earned her Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree from the University of Waterloo, specializing in Computational Science and Biochemistry, from 2001 to 2006. She then pursued her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) at the University of Toronto, completing her studies in Medical Biophysics and Cellular and Molecular Biology from 2006 to 2014. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in various scientific disciplines.
Specialization and Expertise
Cindy Law specializes in assay development and optimization, preclinical target validation, and drug discovery. She has over 10 years of experience in the biotech sector, academia, and research hospitals. Her expertise encompasses genetics, epigenetics, gene regulation, cancer biology, and molecular and cell biology, making her a knowledgeable professional in the medical sciences field.
Project Management Experience
Cindy Law has demonstrated experience in project lead and management roles within the medical sciences sector. Her background in both academic and research environments has equipped her with the skills necessary to oversee complex projects, ensuring that they align with scientific objectives and contribute to advancements in drug discovery and validation.