Songnian Liu, Ph.D.
About Songnian Liu, Ph.D.
Songnian Liu, Ph.D., is a Field Application Scientist with over 10 years of experience in the lab automation industry. He has held various roles in academia and industry, including positions at GenScript, Quinnipiac University, and Opentrons Labworks Inc.
Work at Opentrons
Currently, Songnian Liu, Ph.D., serves as a Field Application Scientist at Opentrons Labworks Inc., a position he has held since 2023. Prior to this role, he worked as a Customer Success Manager at the same company from 2021 to 2023. In these roles, he has utilized his expertise in lab automation to enhance customer satisfaction and support.
Education and Expertise
Songnian Liu earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in General Biology from Clark University, where he studied from 2009 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biotechnology from Shandong University, obtained from 2005 to 2009. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in biological sciences and lab automation.
Background
Songnian Liu has over 10 years of experience in the lab automation industry. His career includes various roles in academia and industry, such as serving as a Biology Instructor at Quinnipiac University and Rappahannock Community College. He has also held positions as a Research Associate at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro and a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Technical Sales and Support Experience
With more than 3 years of experience in technical sales and support, Songnian Liu has demonstrated strong client interaction skills. His previous role as a Senior Account Manager at GenScript involved managing customer portfolios and requests valued at over $10 million, showcasing his business acumen and problem-solving abilities.
Teaching Experience
Songnian Liu has over 8 years of experience in college teaching. He has worked as a Teaching/Research Assistant at Clark University and as a Biology Instructor at both Quinnipiac University and Rappahannock Community College. His teaching roles have allowed him to develop excellent client-facing skills and contribute to the education of students in the biological sciences.