Sarah Tarver
About Sarah Tarver
Sarah Tarver is a Research Associate with extensive experience in the biotechnology field, having worked at various companies including Octant and DNA Electronics. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Maryland Baltimore County.
Current Role at Octant
Sarah Tarver currently serves as a Research Associate at Octant, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she contributes to various research initiatives and projects, utilizing her expertise in biological sciences. Her responsibilities include conducting experiments and analyzing data to support the company's research objectives.
Previous Experience in Research
Prior to her current position, Sarah Tarver held several roles in research. She worked at Precision Antibody from 2015 to 2016, where she focused on creating custom monoclonal antibodies. She then transitioned to DNA Electronics as Scientist I from 2016 to 2018, where she supported the development of a machine for rapid sepsis diagnosis. Following that, she spent time at Marin Biologic Laboratories from 2018 to 2019, performing various cell-based assays.
Education and Academic Background
Sarah Tarver earned her Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, studying there from 2013 to 2014. She also studied at the University of San Francisco from 2010 to 2013, where she focused on Biology. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her research career.
Professional Development at Carmot Therapeutics
At Carmot Therapeutics, Inc., Sarah Tarver worked as Research Associate II from 2019 to 2020. In this role, she was involved in running high throughput drug screening assays and developing cell-based assays to further characterize screening hits. This experience enhanced her skills in drug discovery and assay development.
Interests and Hobbies
Outside of her professional work, Sarah Tarver enjoys various recreational activities. She is an avid video game player and enjoys mountain biking and snowboarding. Additionally, she likes binge-watching shows while spending time with her two cats.