Sylvie A. has extensive experience in process chemistry and development, currently serving as Executive Director of Process Development & Manufacturing at Assembly Biosciences, Inc. since May 2024. Prior roles include Director/Sr. Director of Process Chemistry at Erasca, Inc. and Associate Director of Process Chemistry at Gossamer Bio, among others. Sylvie's expertise encompasses polymorph screening, crystallization process design, and regulatory assessments for various clients in the pharmaceutical industry. Notable achievements include leading API projects for candidates entering Phase 1 clinical trials at Gilead Sciences and Amgen, as well as a strong academic foundation with a PhD in Organic Chemistry from the University of Pennsylvania and a postdoctoral fellowship at UC Irvine focused on organic synthesis.