Alejandra Young
Field Application Scientist
- Role
- Field Application Scientist at Sartorius
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Alejandra Young
I am a PhD scientist and Field Application Scientist based on the West Coast, currently working at Sartorius, where I support biotech teams in implementing and optimizing complex cell-based workflows.My expertise includes single-cell cloning, stem cell research, antibody discovery, rare cell isolation, and cell line development. I work closely with scientists to troubleshoot challenges, improve workflow efficiency, and support successful technology adoption in real-world lab environments.I have a strong interest in scientific training, process clarity, and workflow optimization, helping teams better understand and execute complex procedures.Previously, I spent over a decade at University of California, Los Angeles conducting research in retinal disease models, GPCR biology, and stem cell engineering, using a wide range of molecular and imaging techniques.I am passionate about advancing life sciences research and collaborating with teams to drive innovation.
Experience
Field Application Scientist
Aug 2022 — Present
Support implementation and optimization of advanced cell-based technologies-Train users on complex laboratory workflows and best practices-Troubleshoot technical and workflow-related challenges in lab environments-Translate complex system capabilities into clear, practical guidance for users-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve workflow efficiency and user experience
Education
CSUN, California State University of Northridge
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology
2000 — 2003
UCLA
Ph.D., Molecular Biology
2003 — 2010
Skills
- Sirna
- Immunoprecipitation
- Sds-Page
- Facs Analysis
- Team-Oriented
- Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (Qpcr)
- Spanish
- Immunofluorescence
- Electron Microscopy
- In Vivo
- Strategic Planning
- Sequencing
- Research
- Highly Detail Oriented
- Dna Extraction
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Mouse Handling
- Fluorescence
- Rna Isolation
- Shrna
- Microsoft Excel
- Powerpoint
- Genome Sequencing
- Lifesciences
- Windows & Mac Operating Systems
- Life Sciences
- English
- Pcr
- Western Blotting
- Mouse Models
- Dna Sequencing
- Ocular Disease
- Polymerase Chain Reaction (Pcr)
- Microscopy
- Primary Cell Isolation
- Microbiology
- Molecular Cloning
- Microsoft Office
- Embryonic Stem Cells
- Molecular Biology
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