Amanda Tan

Amanda Tan has a robust background in physics and scientific research, currently serving as Scientist I at Codexis, Inc. since November 2020, with previous experience as Associate Scientist. Prior roles include Graduate Research Assistant at Hirst Lab, where research concentrated on microtubule/kinesin based active matter, and Undergraduate Research Assistant at Ross Lab, focusing on molecular motor transport. Amanda also contributed academically as a Teaching Assistant at the University of California, Merced, leading discussions and labs for various physics and math courses. Skills encompass single-molecule assays, TIRF microscopy, and protein purification techniques. Amanda holds a PhD in Physics from the University of California, Merced, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Physics from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.