Dr. Ashish Vora, PhD
About Dr. Ashish Vora, PhD
Dr. Ashish Vora, PhD, serves as the Manager in the Knowledge Base and Senior Biocurator at PierianDx, where he has worked since 2020. He has a strong academic background in Biomedical Science and extensive experience in research and product management across multiple countries.
Current Role at PierianDx
Dr. Ashish Vora serves as the Manager in the Knowledge Base and Senior Biocurator at PierianDx. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the development and management of knowledge bases that support genomic data interpretation. His role involves overseeing biocuration processes and ensuring the accuracy of information within the platform.
Education and Academic Background
Dr. Vora completed his PhD in Biomedical Science at Old Dominion University from 2012 to 2017. He also holds an MSc in Cancer, Cell, and Molecular Biology from the University of Leicester, obtained in 2009, and a BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science from the University of Central Lancashire, completed in 2008. His foundational education includes an ICSE from Arya Vidya Mandir (Juhu), which he completed in 2003.
Previous Work Experience
Dr. Vora has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple institutions. He served as a Product Manager at CORE Diagnostics for six months in 2019 and held several positions at Old Dominion University, including Graduate Teaching Assistant and PhD Research Assistant from 2012 to 2018. He also worked as a Research Fellow at Tata Memorial Centre from 2010 to 2012 and as a Lab Trainee at the University of Leicester in 2008-2009.
Research and Development Expertise
Dr. Vora has a strong background in research and development, having developed and validated over 15 novel assays in collaboration with cross-functional teams. He has led multicultural teams of over 10 scientists, resulting in multiple scientific publications. His expertise includes conducting literature reviews and training medical professionals, demonstrating high-level communication and people management skills.
International Experience and Skills
Dr. Vora has extensive international experience, having worked in the USA, UK, and India. He is comfortable managing field-based operations and travel, which enhances his adaptability in diverse environments. His career has equipped him with transferable skills suitable for industry positions that require rapid learning and effective team leadership.