Julia Knopf

Julia Knopf has a diverse work experience in the field of scientific research and consulting. Julia is currently working as a Principal Scientist at Odyssey Therapeutics since April 2022. Before that, they were a Research Associate at Evotec from July 2021 to March 2022. Julia also worked as a Freelance Consultant at Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany from May 2015 to July 2021. During their time at Merck, they also served as an Intern in the Technology Office Chemicals from February 2015 to April 2015.

Prior to their consultancy work, Julia had extensive research experience. Julia worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Heidelberg from October 2020 to June 2021, where they focused on protein degradation, intracellular trafficking, and intramembrane proteolysis in the context of cell stress and inflammation. Julia conducted various research techniques, published five scientific publications, and presented at international conferences. Julia also initiated numerous research collaborations and supervised over 10 students.

Before their postdoctoral position, Julia pursued their Ph.D. at the University of Heidelberg from May 2015 to September 2020. Julia'sdoctoral research involved studying diverse projects related to protein degradation, utilizing techniques such as proteomics, gene editing, microscopy, and more.

Julia also gained research experience during their time as a Student Researcher at Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau, where they conducted thesis research on characterizing the interactome of a cell surface protease involved in cancer progression using mass spectrometry techniques. Julia worked in the lab of Dr. Oliver Schilling from March 2014 to November 2014.

Furthermore, they completed internships at Bayer in 2013 and Yale University in 2012, where they contributed to molecular characterization projects related to ER AAA ATPase TorsinA and gained valuable laboratory experience.

Overall, Julia Knopf's work experience showcases their expertise in scientific research, project management, collaboration, and consulting.

Julia Knopf completed their education at Heidelberg University, where they earned a Doctor of Science degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from 2015 to 2020. Prior to that, they attended The University of Freiburg and studied Molecular Medicine until 2014. In 2011 and 2012, they also had the opportunity to study Neurosciences and Biochemistry at Yale University.