Alyra Schoen

Senior-level Associate Scientist with hands-on experience in lab management, ADC and biologics drug product development, and pre-clinical research. Proven ability to deliver high-quality experimental data, support manufacturing readiness, and communicate results through technical reports and presentations in support of clinical and preclinical programs.

Associate Scientist at Pfizer (formerly Seattle Genetics) (2023-07 – Present)

Pharmaceutical Research & Development. Contracted through Actalent.

• Perform formulation and analytical characterization of ADCs and drug substances to support biotherapeutic development.
• Execute high-throughput analytical assays (UPLC, electrophoresis, UV‑Vis) to assess product quality and stability.
• Conduct protein/particle characterization, stability studies, and formulation activities to advance candidate progression.
• Support drug product process development through sample preparation and workflow optimization for manufacturing readiness.
• Analyze complex data, maintain compliant ELN documentation, and collaborate cross-functionally to troubleshoot lab systems and support automation initiatives.

Research Associate I / Lab Manager at Impel Pharmaceuticals (2020-05 – 2023-02)

Supported drug product and device combination development for CNS therapeutics, contributing to formulation and analytical evaluation.

• Operated and maintained analytical instrumentation (HPLC, Karl Fischer, DSC, XRPD, pH, spectrophotometry) to ensure reliable data generation.
• Performed diverse analytical testing (SCU, NGI, moisture analysis, thermal characterization) to assess product performance and stability.
• Supported process development and scale‑up activities through material preparation and workflow execution.
• Authored SOPs, technical reports, and maintained compliant documentation, while managing lab operations including inventory, reagents, vendors, and equipment readiness.

Bachelor of Science in Biology – University of Idaho (2019)