Sumita Bhardwaj
About Sumita Bhardwaj
Sumita Bhardwaj is a Development Associate at Sangamo Therapeutics, Inc. with extensive experience in genetic research, particularly in animal cell culture and embryo transfer surgeries.
Work at Sangamo Therapeutics
Sumita Bhardwaj has been employed at Sangamo Therapeutics, Inc. as a Development Associate since 2018. In this role, she contributes to the company's research and development efforts in gene therapy and genomic medicine. Her work involves applying her extensive background in biotechnology and molecular biology to support various projects within the organization.
Previous Experience at UCSF
Prior to her current position, Sumita Bhardwaj worked at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) as a Staff Research Associate 3 from 2008 to 2017. During her nine years at UCSF, she was involved in research within the Department of Pediatrics and the Institute of Neurodegenerative Diseases, gaining valuable experience in academic research settings.
Research Role at Berkeley Lab
Sumita Bhardwaj served as a Research Associate at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory from 2001 to 2008. Her seven years at Berkeley Lab allowed her to develop skills in various research methodologies and contribute to projects within the Genomics Division, enhancing her expertise in biotechnology.
Education and Expertise
Sumita Bhardwaj earned her Master's degree in Biotechnology from Mohan Lal Sukhadia University in Udaipur, where she studied from 1997 to 1999. Her educational background laid the foundation for her extensive experience in animal cell culture, transfection, and various molecular biology techniques, which are essential in her current and previous research roles.
Technical Skills and Research Proficiencies
Sumita Bhardwaj possesses a strong skill set in several advanced laboratory techniques. She has extensive experience in pronuclear microinjections, embryo transfer surgeries, and general cloning techniques. Additionally, she is proficient in protein concentration assays, SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, ELISA, multi-color flow cytometry, and T cell proliferation assays, which are critical for her work in genetic and immunological research.