Chris Herring, PhD
About Chris Herring, PhD
Chris Herring, PhD, is a Senior Scientist specializing in Analytical Development and Protein Characterization at Nektar Therapeutics. He has extensive experience in mass spectrometry and protein analysis, with a career spanning multiple organizations and a strong academic background in Analytical Chemistry.
Current Role at Nektar Therapeutics
Chris Herring, PhD, serves as a Senior Scientist in Analytical Development and Protein Characterization / Mass Spectrometry at Nektar Therapeutics. He has been in this role since 2022, contributing to the development of analytical methods for protein characterization in a biopharmaceutical context. His work involves utilizing advanced mass spectrometry techniques to analyze intact proteins and peptides.
Previous Experience in Mass Spectrometry
Prior to his current position, Chris Herring worked at several organizations in the field of mass spectrometry. He was a Scientist at SGS from 2021 to 2022, focusing on protein mass spectrometry. He also held the position of Senior Scientist at AbSci for five months in 2020, and worked at Intabio as a Scientist from 2019 to 2020. His extensive experience in mass spectrometry spans various roles and responsibilities in different organizations.
Education and Expertise
Chris Herring earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Analytical Chemistry from Oregon State University. He also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Earlham College, where he graduated with College Honors. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in the characterization of proteins and peptides, particularly in the analysis of post-translational modifications.
Career Background
Chris Herring has a diverse career in the scientific field, beginning as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the NIH Intramural Research Program from 1996 to 1998. He then worked as an Associate Scientist at Hoechst Marion Roussel from 1998 to 2000. His career continued at ActivX Biosciences, where he served as a Senior Research Scientist from 2004 to 2011. His roles have consistently focused on analytical development and mass spectrometry.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Chris Herring possesses extensive hands-on experience with various analytical instruments, including HPLCs, nano-LCs, and mass spectrometers. He specializes in the analysis of post-translational modifications within a biopharmaceutical environment. His technical skills include setting up, operating, optimizing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and developing methods for mass spectrometry applications.