Adam Amiji
About Adam Amiji
Adam Amiji is a Research Associate specializing in Vector Production at Sana Biotechnology, Inc. He has a background in biochemistry and has held various research positions in notable institutions including Biomere, Scripps Research, and the University of California, San Diego.
Current Role at Sana Biotechnology
Adam Amiji currently serves as a Research Associate in Vector Production at Sana Biotechnology, Inc. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's efforts in developing innovative therapies. His work focuses on vector production, which is essential for gene therapy applications. Sana Biotechnology is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where Amiji applies his expertise in biochemistry and research methodologies.
Previous Experience in Biomedical Research
Adam Amiji has a diverse background in biomedical research. He interned at Biomere (Biomedical Research Models, Inc.) in 2017, focusing on vaccine and virology for three months in Worcester, Massachusetts. Additionally, he worked as a Research Intern at Woodland in 2018 for three months in Grafton, MA, and at Scripps Research in 2019 for four months in the Greater San Diego Area. These roles provided him with hands-on experience in various aspects of biomedical research.
Educational Background in Biochemistry and Immunology
Adam Amiji earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry and Chemistry from the University of California, San Diego, completing his studies from 2015 to 2020. In 2022, he furthered his education by completing the HMX Fundamentals/Pro online certificate program in Immunology at Harvard Medical School. This combination of education has equipped him with a solid foundation in both biochemistry and immunology, relevant to his current research role.
Volunteer Experience in Medical Research
In addition to his formal roles, Adam Amiji volunteered at the University of California, San Diego - School of Medicine from 2019 to 2020 for five months. This experience allowed him to engage with medical research and gain insights into clinical practices. His volunteer work complements his academic background and professional experience in the biomedical field.
Early Career Development
Adam Amiji began his career in research as a Research Assistant at Northeastern University in 2013, where he worked for one month in Boston, Massachusetts. He also served as a Student Hire at Draper in 2014 for two months in Cambridge, Massachusetts. These early roles laid the groundwork for his subsequent experiences in the biomedical research sector.