Sandya Ajith

Sandya Ajith is an experienced professional in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors, currently serving as Associate Director of Global Scientific Training at Merck since June 2021. Prior experience includes roles as Senior Scientific Director at Lockwood, and Associate Medical Director as well as Senior and Medical Writer at Arcus Medica. Sandya has also contributed as a Healthcare Consultant at the University of Pennsylvania's Penn Biotechnology Group, where global disease awareness strategies were developed. Earlier positions include Research Specialist at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and Lab Technician at Drexel University College of Medicine. Sandya holds a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics from the University of Pennsylvania and a BSc in Biomedical Engineering from Drexel University.