Conor Leahy
Philadelphia
Summary
Biochemical automation scientist in the pharmaceutical industry with 7 years experience in high throughput process development, lab automation, digital pipelines. Experience in bioprocess development, lab automation, and digital systems.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Scientist
Bayer Pharmaceuticals
07.2019 - 08.2021
- Developed and validated analytical methods to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and product quality.
- Led cross-functional teams in designing and executing innovative research projects for pharmaceutical development.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to align research objectives with business goals, enhancing project outcomes.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced time-to-market for new products.
- Conducted data analysis using advanced statistical tools to drive decision-making in experimental design.
- Established a robust safety culture within the lab, reducing incidents and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Data Engineer
Merck
01.2025 - Current
- Designed and implemented robust data pipelines to enhance data accessibility and reliability.
- Collaborated on ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) tasks, maintaining data integrity and verifying pipeline stability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze data requirements and optimize system performance.
- Migrated legacy systems to modern big-data technologies, improving performance and scalability while minimizing business disruption.
- Designed scalable and maintainable data models to support business intelligence initiatives and reporting needs.
- Spearheaded migration projects to cloud-based platforms, improving operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Downstream Associate Scientist
Spark Therapeutics
04.2022 - 09.2024
- Led cross-functional teams to design and implement experimental protocols for gene therapy research.
- Developed and optimized assays to evaluate therapeutic efficacy, improving accuracy of results.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance lab productivity and reduce turnaround times for experiments.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating exceptional time management skills while maintaining high levels of accuracy.
Tutor
Compass Education Group
05.2017 - 12.2022
- Developed tailored lesson plans to enhance student understanding in various subjects.
- Established positive relationships with both students and parents, fostering open communication regarding academic progress and goals.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and adaptive feedback mechanisms.
- Analyzed student data to identify trends, informing instructional adjustments for improved outcomes.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Facilitated one-on-one tutoring sessions to address specific learning challenges and goals.
Downstream Associate Scientist
Spark Therapeutics
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Developed and implemented project plans to streamline operational workflows.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product development processes.
- Analyzed user feedback to gather input and identify areas required for improvement.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.
Research Scientist
ROCHE
12.2017 - 05.2019
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative solutions in drug discovery processes.
- Oversaw research projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and quality assurance protocols.
- Organized international scientific conferences, promoting knowledge exchange and networking.
Undergraduate Laboratory Assistant
Zhang Lab
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Conducted experiments following established protocols to ensure accurate and reliable results.
- Maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis using statistical software for research projects.
- Collaborated with team members to develop new experimental procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Trained new laboratory assistants on standard operating procedures and safety practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA CRUZ
Santa Cruz, CA01.2016
Skills
- Tecan Fluent
- Structured Data (Benchling)
- Lab Instrument Integrations
- Biotherapeutics development (mAb, AAV)
- Key Analytics (ELISA, HPLC, Labchip)
- Xray Jira
- Programming (Python, VBA, R)
- Instrument & ELN APIs
- Data Structures (XML, JSON)
- Design of Experiments (JMP DOE)
- Automated Data Flows
- Database querying (SQL)
PUBLICATIONS
1. Highly Tunable Hollow Gold Nanospheres: Gaining Size Control and Uniform Galvanic Exchange of Sacrificial Cobalt Boride Scaffolds
Sarah A. Lindley, Jason K. Cooper, Mauricio D. Rojas-Andrade, Victoria Fung, Conor J. Leahy, Shaowei Chen, and Jin Z. Zhang
ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces 2018 10 (15), 12992-13001
DOI: 10.1021/acsami.8b00726
Timeline
Data Engineer
Merck
01.2025 - Current
Downstream Associate Scientist
Spark Therapeutics
04.2022 - 09.2024
Downstream Associate Scientist
Spark Therapeutics
11.2021 - 04.2022
Senior Scientist
Bayer Pharmaceuticals
07.2019 - 08.2021
Research Scientist
ROCHE
12.2017 - 05.2019
Tutor
Compass Education Group
05.2017 - 12.2022
Undergraduate Laboratory Assistant
Zhang Lab
07.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA CRUZ