Aditya Ganju
Senior Research Scientist
Forest Hills,NY
Summary
Accomplished Senior Research Scientist with a robust history at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, specializing in molecular pharmacology and project management. Demonstrated expertise in enhancing cancer research through advanced biotech platforms and leading teams to success. Proven ability to communicate scientific findings effectively, driving forward innovative healthcare solutions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Research Scientist
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, NY
06.2022 - Current
- Stewarded a diverse portfolio of critical projects, contrasting in scope, capacity, and complexity, geared to develop healthcare projects and implement pharmacological, molecular, and biochemical assays, enhancing research outcomes at a leading cancer center.
- Skilled in utilizing advanced biotech platforms to enhance cancer research.
- Demonstrated strong independent thinking while contributing to a collaborative matrixed environment.
- Executed responsibilities of a Scientific Lead across numerous assignments.
- Proficient at organizing data meticulously for clear presentation to team members.
Research Associate
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, NY
06.2021 - 06.2022
Research Scholar
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, NY
06.2020 - 06.2021
Postdoctoral Fellow
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, NY
06.2017 - 06.2020
Graduate Research Assistant / Postdoctoral Fellow
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN
08.2012 - 12.2016
- Directed research identifying the novel role of PKD1 in regulating cancer metastasis through its interaction with MTA1 protein.
- Integrated qRT-PCR, Proximity Ligation Assay (PLA), and Western Blotting to analyze protein-protein interactions.
- Evaluated transport mechanisms using microscopy and protein expression methodologies.
Graduate Research Assistant
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD
01.2012 - 01.2013
Research Associate
Sanford Health
Sioux Falls, SD
01.2012
Research Associate
Lombardi Cancer Center
Washington, D.C.
01.2011
Research Intern
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Gaithersburg, MD
01.2011
Research Intern
National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR)
New Delhi, India
01.2009
Research Intern
MD Pathology Labs
New Delhi, India
01.2007
Education
PhD. - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN12-2016
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Georgetown University
Washington, D.C.05-2011
Bachelor of Technology - Biotechnology
Jaypee Institute of Information Technology
Noida, U.P, India06-2010
Skills
- Team leadership
- Project Management
- Research and Development
- Molecular pharmacology
- Drug discovery
- Image analysis
- Scientific communication
Publications
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=ganju+aditya&sort=date&size=20
Degree
PhD
Accomplishments
54th Southeaster Regional Lipid Conference Travel Award (2019)
MMS Travel Award (2018)
UTHSC Travel Award (2016)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Research Scientist
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
06.2022 - Current
Research Associate
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
06.2021 - 06.2022
Research Scholar
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
06.2020 - 06.2021
Postdoctoral Fellow
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
06.2017 - 06.2020
Graduate Research Assistant / Postdoctoral Fellow
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
08.2012 - 12.2016
Graduate Research Assistant
University of South Dakota
01.2012 - 01.2013
Research Associate
Sanford Health
01.2012
Research Associate
Lombardi Cancer Center
01.2011
Research Intern
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
01.2011
Research Intern
National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR)
01.2009
Research Intern
MD Pathology Labs
01.2007
PhD. - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Georgetown University
Bachelor of Technology - Biotechnology
Jaypee Institute of Information Technology