SOYA SISY SAM
North Attleboro
Summary
Results-oriented project manager with expertise in molecular diagnostic project management. Strong organizational skills and a methodical planning approach ensure timely task completion and publication of research in peer-reviewed journals. Experienced in managing resources and supporting HIV research through efficient laboratory testing services.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Research Project Director
THE MIRIAM HOSPITAL, BROWN UNIVERSITY HEALTH
Providence
06.2018 - Current
- Developed project plans, secured resources, negotiated contracts, and monitored team performance to ensure timely and successful project completions.
- Assessed customer needs and validated HIV-1 dried blood spot quantification assay, enhancing research capabilities for multiple investigators nationwide.
- Reported project status, addressing budget, resources, technical issues, and customer satisfaction to stakeholders.
- Monitored performance of project team members to provide performance feedback.
Postdoctoral Research Associate
THE MIRIAM HOSPITAL
Providence
07.2013 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative methodologies, enhancing research project outcomes.
- Presented findings at conferences and published papers in peer-reviewed journals.
- Compiled comprehensive reports summarizing key findings from research projects to support future investigations.
- Reviewed current literature to inform research direction and ensure alignment with recent developments in the field.
- Communicated clearly with supervisor in weekly meetings regarding progress updates or changes needed.
Freelance Scientific Editor
CACTUS COMMUNICATIONS INC.
Memphis
03.2011 - 01.2013
- Reviewed, edited, and proofread research manuscripts, enhancing clarity and ensuring scientific accuracy.
- Selected appropriate journals for publication, aligning scientific content of manuscripts with journal focus.
- Edited and proofread manuscripts for clarity and coherence.
- Collaborated with authors to refine content and enhance readability.
- Managed editorial projects from inception to final publication stages.
Senior Research Fellow (Pharmacogenomics)
JIPMER
Pondicherry
10.2002 - 07.2003
- Conducted pharmacogenomics and pharmacology research to advance understanding of genetic influences on drug response.
- Authored original research articles in peer-reviewed journals.
- Reviewed and critiqued pharmacogenomics articles from national and international sources to enhance field knowledge and standards.
- Analyzed research results through spreadsheets, graphs, and charts to facilitate data-driven conclusions and insights.
- Used computer software to perform descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data.
- Presented research findings at conferences and symposiums.
- Edited and submitted protocols and other required research documentation.
Lecturer (Pharmacology)
CHERRAAN'S INSTITUTE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Tamilnadu
09.2001 - 10.2002
- Delivered engaging lectures, seminars, tutorials, and laboratory demonstrations in pharmacology to enhance student understanding.
- Created lesson plans, reading assignments, and other instructional materials.
- Facilitated student assessment through comprehensive exams and coursework evaluation to gauge academic progress.
- Provided timely feedback to students on their academic performance and progress.
- Assessed student performance to support successful course completion and academic growth.
Lecturer (Pharmacology)
S.C.K. COLLEGE OF PHARMACY
Tamilnadu
06.1999 - 01.2000
- Delivered engaging lectures, seminars, and laboratory demonstrations in pharmacology.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans, reading assignments, and instructional materials to enhance student learning.
- Partnered with colleagues to design and implement innovative teaching strategies for pharmacology courses.
- Assisted with student assessment through exams and coursework evaluation.
- Managed administrative duties such as preparing reports of student grades or updating student information databases.
Education
Postdoctoral Fellow - Molecular Pathology
Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth/Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
NH, US06-2013
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Clinical pharmacology/cancer genomics
JIPMER
Pondicherry, India02-2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Pharmacy
J.S.S. college of Pharmacy
Ooty, India06-1999
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Pharmacy
J.S.S. College of Pharmacy
Mysore, India06-1996
Master of Science (M.S.) - Pharmacology
JIPMER
Pondicherry, IndiaSkills
- Project management
- Molecular diagnostics automation
- Next-generation sequencing
- Methodology development
- Bioinformatics analysis
- Data/statistical analysis
- Molecular biology techniques
- Standard operating procedures
- Scientific manuscript preparation
- Research grant writing
- Literature review
Certification
- Technical Supervisor-Molecular Diagnostics, American Board of Bioanalysis (ABB), 08/01/14
- Clinical Laboratory Science Practitioner, Molecular Diagnostics, RI Department of Health, MLD00005, 08/01/14
Publications
- Sam SS, Hayden RT, Suganda S, Brazelton JN, Chandran K, Caliendo AM. Evaluation of Microbiologics CMV verification panel for the Quantitation of CMV DNA. (In press, Journal of Clinical Microbiology accepted on 02/10/26)
- Geffert SWF, Sam SS, Chandran K, Beckwith CG, Kantor R, Caliendo AM. Evaluation of Tasso T20 to collect dried blood for the quantification of HIV-1 RNA. J Virol Methods. 2026 Apr;341:115326. doi: 10.1016/j.jviromet.2025.115326. Epub 2025 Dec 11. PMID: 41386378
- Novitsky V, Beckwith CG, Carpenter-Azevedo K, Shin J, Hague J, Sam S, Steingrimsson J, Huard RC, Lethbridge K, Sahu S, Rapoza K, Chandran K, Bazerman L, Hipolito E, Diaz I, Carnevale D, Guang A, Gillani F, Caliendo AM, Kantor R. Limited Short-Term Evolution of SARS-CoV-2 RNA-Dependent RNA Polymerase under Remdesivir Exposure in Upper Respiratory Compartments. Viruses. 2024 Sep 24;16(10):1511. PMID: 39459846
- Diaz JE, Ghanooni D, Atkins L, Sam SS, Kantor R, Miller-Perusse M, Chuku CC, Valentin O, Balise RR, Davis-Ewart L, Tisler A, Horvath KJ, Carrico AW, Hirshfield S. Challenges and Opportunities with at-Home Blood Collection for HIV-1 Viral Load Monitoring among Sexual Minoritized Men who use Stimulants. AIDS Behav. 2024 Nov;28(11):3809-3818. PMID: 39126558
- Hayden RT, Su Y, Tang L, Zhu H, Gu Z, Glasgow HL, Sam SS, Caliendo AM. Accuracy of quantitative viral secondary standards: a re-examination. J Clin Microbiol. 2024 Mar 13;62(3):e0166923. PMID: 38380932
- Sam SS, Rogers R, Ingersoll J, Kraft CS, Caliendo AM. Evaluation of Performance Characteristics of the Aptima CMV Quant Assay for the Detection and Quantitation of CMV DNA in Plasma Samples. J Clin Microbiol. 2023 Feb 22;61(2):e0169922. PMID: 36719219
- Hayden RT, Su Y, Boonyaratanakornkit J, Cook L, Gu Z, Jerome KR, Pinsky BA, Sam SS, Tan SK, Zhu H, Tang L, Caliendo AM. Matrix Matters: Assessment of Commutability among BK Virus Assays and Standards. J Clin Microbiol. 2022 Aug 23:e0055522. PMID: 35997500.
- Nyandiko W, Holland S, Vreeman R, DeLong AK, Manne A, Novitsky V, Sang F, Ashimosi C, Ngeresa A, Chory A, Aluoch J, Orido M, Jepkemboi E, Sam SS, Caliendo AM, Ayaya S, Hogan JW, Kantor R; Resistance in a Pediatric Cohort (RESPECT) Study. HIV-1 Treatment Failure, Drug Resistance, and Clinical Outcomes in Perinatally Infected Children and Adolescents Failing First-Line Antiretroviral Therapy in Western Kenya. J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2022 Feb 1;89(2):231-239. PMID: 34723922
- Naranbat D, Schneider L, Kantor R, Beckwith CG, Bazerman L, Gillani F, Sahu S, Rapoza K, Sam S, Novitsky V, Shin J, Hipolito E, Diaz I, Carnevale D, Tripathi A. DirectDetect SARS-CoV-2 Direct Real-Time RT-PCR Study Using Patient Samples. ACS Omega. 2022 Feb 7;7(6):4945-4955. PMID: 35187313
- Sam SS, Rogers R, Gillani FS, Tsongalis GJ, Kraft CS, Caliendo AM. Evaluation of a Next-Generation Sequencing Metagenomics Assay to Detect and Quantify DNA Viruses in Plasma from Transplant Recipients. J Mol Diagn. 2021 Jun;23(6):719-731 PMID: 33706010.
Recognition
- Obtained U.S. permanent residency (EB-1A Extraordinary Ability category) in 2017 based on demonstrated contributions to scientific research and peer-reviewed publications
- Senior Research Fellowship, Indian Council of Medical Research, India, 08/01/03 - 08/01/06
- Nominated and elected to Who's Who in Medicine and Healthcare, 08/01/09 - 08/01/10
Professional Memberships
- Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP), 08/01/11 - Present
- American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB), 08/01/14 - Present
- American Society of Microbiology (ASM), 08/01/15 - Present
- Indian Pharmacological Society (IPS), 08/01/03 - Present
- Registered Pharmacist (India), 08/01/99 - Present
Timeline
Sr. Research Project Director
THE MIRIAM HOSPITAL, BROWN UNIVERSITY HEALTH
06.2018 - Current
Postdoctoral Research Associate
THE MIRIAM HOSPITAL
07.2013 - 06.2018
Freelance Scientific Editor
CACTUS COMMUNICATIONS INC.
03.2011 - 01.2013
Senior Research Fellow (Pharmacogenomics)
JIPMER
10.2002 - 07.2003
Lecturer (Pharmacology)
CHERRAAN'S INSTITUTE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
09.2001 - 10.2002
Lecturer (Pharmacology)
S.C.K. COLLEGE OF PHARMACY
06.1999 - 01.2000
Postdoctoral Fellow - Molecular Pathology
Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth/Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Clinical pharmacology/cancer genomics
JIPMER
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Pharmacy
J.S.S. college of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Pharmacy
J.S.S. College of Pharmacy
Master of Science (M.S.) - Pharmacology
JIPMER