Steven Alvarez

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About Steven Alvarez

I am a curiosity-driven scientist with multidisciplinary training in materials science, biophysics, and molecular and cell biology, who is passionate about the development of innovative technologies impacting healthcare. I have hands-on experience in product development activities including protocol development and optimization, troubleshooting, systems integration, failure analysis, extensibility testing, and validation and verification. I am skilled in assay development, with expertise in the characterization of enzymatic reactions on surfaces, supported membrane technologies, single molecule methods, fluorescence microscopy and single-cell imaging, image processing, MATLAB and Python scripting, and data analysis. My technical know-how is complimented by my strong work ethic, detailed-oriented and analytical mindset, and effective problem solving and communication skills. I particularly enjoy working in cross-functional teams and thrive in dynamic, innovative, multidisciplinary, and collaborative environments.