Manuel mac Castro
Scientist II at Altos Labs | Assay Development, Biochemistry & Cell Biology
- Role
- Scientist Ii - Biological Science at Altos Labs
- Location
- San Diego, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Manuel mac Castro
I’m a PhD-trained industry scientist with 3 years of biotech experience focused on assay development, biochemistry, and cell biology. My work centers on designing and executing high-quality in vitro assays to evaluate molecular mechanisms and therapeutic candidates, with an emphasis on generating decision-ready data.At Altos Labs, I’ve contributed to assay platforms used across programs, working cross-functionally to deliver results that are robust, reproducible, and scalable. I enjoy tackling open-ended scientific problems, rapidly iterating on experimental design, and translating complex biology into clear outcomes.I also have formal training in scientific leadership and communication, and I’m motivated by roles where strong experimental thinking, ownership, and collaboration drive impact.
Experience
Scientist Ii - Biological Science
May 2024 — Present · San Diego, CA, US
Design, production, and characterization of recombinant proteins to support biochemical and cellular assay development across multiple programs• Development and execution of in vitro assays for evaluating siRNA, mRNA, biologic, and small-molecule therapeutic candidates• Lipid nanoparticle (LNP) assembly, characterization, and in vitro testing to support delivery-focused research efforts• Ownership and management of scientific projects with an emphasis on data quality, timelines, and cross-functional collaboration
Education
Vanderbilt University
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Biochemistry
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biochemistry
2011 — 2016
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