Adriana Magherusan, PhD
About Adriana Magherusan, PhD
Adriana Magherusan, PhD, is a Senior Specialist and Materials Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb in Cruiserath, Dublin, with a background in medicinal chemistry and experience in technical support and research.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Adriana Magherusan is currently employed at Bristol Myers Squibb in Cruiserath, Dublin, where she holds the position of Senior Specialist, Materials Scientist. In this role, she contributes her expertise in materials science to support pharmaceutical applications. Her work involves understanding and developing materials that are critical for drug development and manufacturing processes.
Previous Experience at Abbott
Before joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Adriana Magherusan worked at Abbott in County Longford, Ireland. As a Technical Support Scientist, she provided support for scientific instruments and methodologies. This role, which lasted for one year from 2019 to 2020, honed her skills in troubleshooting and maintaining technical equipment crucial for scientific research and development.
Academic Research at Trinity College Dublin
Adriana Magherusan spent a significant part of her early career at Trinity College Dublin. From 2014 to 2018, she pursued her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Materials Science. During her time as a PhD researcher, she contributed to various projects focusing on pharmaceutical applications of materials science. This period also included a research internship in 2013, where she was involved in summer research projects that complemented her undergraduate studies.
Educational Background in Medicinal Chemistry
Adriana Magherusan completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in Medicinal Chemistry at Trinity College Dublin from 2010 to 2014. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in the chemistry of pharmaceutical compounds, which she has effectively integrated into her current role as a materials scientist. Her academic training ensures a comprehensive understanding of both the chemical and material aspects of drug development.
Early Career and Diverse Skill Set
Adriana Magherusan has a varied early career, including a stint as a Sales Assistant at Bagel Factory from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, she received her Leaving Certificate from St Louis High School, where she studied a broad range of subjects, including Biology, Chemistry, Business Studies, Geography, Maths, English, and Romanian. This diverse educational background has equipped her with a well-rounded skill set valuable in the scientific industry.