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Joyce Wu

San Mateo

Summary

Research Associate seeking new opportunities to grow in biotechnology and biopharma.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Scientist I - Drug Product Analytics

Vaxcyte
San Carlos
06.2022 - Current
  • Independently performed and troubleshot routine testing on formulation stability samples on MSD and Agilent/Waters LC systems.
  • Conducted method development and optimization for RPLC, SEC-MALS, and plate-based UV-Vis assays (Modified Lowry, BCA, Bradford).
  • Proficient in using non-routine assays such as Endotoxin, Densitometer, Particle Size, and Zeta Potential.
  • Performed MP-AES testing and assisted in method development.
  • Assisted with in-house drug product manufacturing and documentation.
  • Created programs for Integra automation tools (e.g.,. Assist, Vialflo).
  • Reviewed literature related to research projects to stay current on scientific developments.

Research Assistant, Rascón, Jr Lab

San Jose State University
San Jose
08.2019 - 05.2022
  • Recombinant expression and activity of a midgut protease from the female Aedes aegypti mosquito.
  • Research utilized molecular biology and biochemistry techniques such as DNA cloning, PCR, gene isolation and extraction, and protein expression.
  • Enzyme kinetic assays using BApNA substrate were used to analyze proteolytic activity.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA
05-2022

Skills

Technical Skills

  • U/HPLC: Agilent, Waters
  • SEC-MALS: Agilent, Wyatt
  • Sandwich ELISA: MSD
  • UV-Vis: Molecular Devices
  • MP-AES: Agilent, CEM
  • Endotoxin: Charles River
  • Densitometer: Mettler Toledo
  • Biosafety Cabinet Trained
  • Software: ChemStation, Empower, ASTRA, MSD Workbench, SoftMax Pro

Soft Skills

  • Well-organized
  • Team Oriented
  • Quick Learner
  • Strong Communicator
  • Microsoft/ Google applications proficient

Timeline

Associate Scientist I - Drug Product Analytics

Vaxcyte
06.2022 - Current

Research Assistant, Rascón, Jr Lab

San Jose State University
08.2019 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

San Jose State University
Joyce Wu