Racha Majed

Racha Majed, PhD has diverse work experience in the field of research and genetic modification. Racha is currently working at Refeyn as a Sales and Applications Specialist since September 2021. Prior to this, they served as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Cambridge from February 2019 to September 2021. During their postdoc, they focused on developing strategies for genetically modifying viruses using CRISPR/Cas9 and displaying proteins on bacteriophage capsid through phage display. Racha also engineered fluorescently tagged bacteriophages to investigate the evolutionary dynamics of viral populations.

Before their postdoc, Racha worked as a PhD Researcher at INRA French National Institute for Agricultural Research from February 2014 to April 2018. Their research in this role is not specified. Racha also served as a PhD Researcher at Saint Joseph University of Beirut from February 2014 to May 2017. Additionally, they gained research experience as a Research Intern at the French National Institute for Agricultural Research from February 2013 to August 2013 and at Saint Joseph University of Beirut from February 2012 to May 2012. However, the specific details of their research during these internships are not provided.

Racha Majed, PhD began their education in 2008, earning a Bachelor's degree in Biology-Biochemistry from Saint Joseph University of Beirut. From 2011 to 2013, they pursued a Master's degree in Food Chemistry at the same institution. Continuing their studies, Racha completed a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Microbiology, General from Saint Joseph University of Beirut from 2014 to 2017. During the same period, Racha also obtained a PhD in Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology from Université Paris-Saclay, showcasing their dedication to the field.