Adam Z.

Adam Z. has a diverse work experience in the field of medicinal chemistry and academia. Adam is currently working as a Scientist in Medicinal Chemistry at Terremoto Biosciences since October 2022. Prior to this role, Adam worked at Gilead Sciences, starting as a Research Associate in Medicinal Chemistry from August 2020 to January 2022, and then as a Senior Research Associate from February 2022 to October 2022.

Adam also has experience as a Chemical Consultant, providing expertise for patent procedures and preparing results for patent lawyers as a self-employed individual from September 2012 to October 2014. Adam worked as a Chemistry Intern at Anacor Pharmaceuticals in July 2014, where they contributed to the expansion of a target library through synthesizing key intermediates.

In terms of academic experience, Adam worked as a Guest Lecturer at the University of Toronto from January 2013 to October 2014, presenting lectures in organic chemistry and providing academic advice to approximately 100 students. Adam also served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant from September 2012 to December 2013.

During their undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto, Adam worked as an Undergraduate Student Researcher from September 2011 to April 2012, where they provided proof of concept for the organoboron methodology and commercialized reagents through Sigma Aldrich. Adam also worked as a Summer Student Researcher from May 2010 to September 2010, expanding the scope of Rh-catalyzed cross-coupling methodology. Additionally, Adam served as a Residence Porter, supervising an undergraduate residence building and addressing resident concerns.

Earlier in their career, Adam worked as a Private Tutor from September 2011 to June 2012, providing private tutoring services. Adam also gained experience as a Receptionist and Computer Technician at Yarmouth Medical Group from January 2005 to August 2010, managing patient flow, solving IT issues, and migrating patient data records to digital format while maintaining confidentiality.

Overall, Adam Z. has a solid background in medicinal chemistry, academia, and consulting, with experience in various roles and organizations.

Adam Z. completed their education with a Master of Science (MS) degree in Organic Chemistry from the University of Toronto, which they pursued from 2012 to 2017. Prior to that, from 2008 to 2012, they obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc. Hons) degree from the same institution. Their undergraduate studies focused on Chemistry Specialist, with a minor in Philosophy.