Biomedical PhD with a track record of progressing small molecules through discovery and developmental pipelines. Expertise in cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, and chemical biology. Specialties include targeted protein degradation, target identification/validation, assay development, functional genomics, and CRISPR-based genome engineering. Broad training in academic and industry research environments elucidating mechanisms regulating the ubiquitin-proteasome system, mammalian iron homeostasis, and Hedgehog signaling via the primary cilium. Highly motivated to utilize abilities to develop innovative therapeutics for the treatment of unmet medical needs. Core values include treating others fairly and with respect, being adaptable, and results driven.