Antti Äärelä

Antti Äärelä is an accomplished R&D Chemist currently employed at Radiometer, where responsibilities include developing and optimizing immunoassay components and workflows. Previously, Antti served as a Doctoral Researcher at Orion Corporation, contributing to early-stage pharmaceutical research and conducting advanced laboratory work in synthetic chemistry, biology, and analytical science. Antti also completed a PhD in bioorganic chemistry at the University of Turku, focusing on biomolecules and drug-like compounds. Earlier experiences include research trainee positions in medicinal chemistry and global medicine design at Orion Corporation, as well as a research assistant role in natural compound analysis. Antti holds a Master's degree in drug development chemistry and a Bachelor's degree in organic chemistry from the University of Turku, and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration.