Asuka Orr

Scientist - Computational Biophysics

San Diego, California, United States

About

Experience

  • Scientist II - Biomolecular Simulations at Neomorph, Inc.
    Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos

  • Advisor at ComputChem
    Jan 2024 - Mar 2025 · 1 yr 3 mos

  • Scientist - Computational Drug Design at Early Charm
    Dec 2023 - Mar 2025 · 1 yr 4 mos

  • Scientist - Computational Drug Design at SilcsBio
    Dec 2023 - Mar 2025 · 1 yr 4 mos

    • Case Studies and Publications: Created and prepared case studies and publications to effectively showcase the capabilities and impact of the SilcsBio software, enhancing visibility and demonstrating value to potential clients. • Software Development: Contribute to further development of SilcsBio software by designing and integrating new features, improving functionality and expanding its capabilities. • Client Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for biologics customers, delivering expert guidance on the SILCS-Biologics suite to optimize application and usage. • Custom Solutions: Design and implement tailored solutions to resolve client challenges, improving user satisfaction and experience. • Documentation Management: Create and maintain comprehensive user guides and training materials to enhance client understanding and software adoption.

  • Postdoctoral Fellow - MacKerell Lab at University of Maryland School of Pharmacy
    Sep 2021 - Dec 2023 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    • Excipient Selection Protocol: Developed a SILCS-based protocol in Python for screening excipient formulations to reduce viscosity and extend shelf-life of biologics. • Protein Charge and Dipole Prediction: Created a computational method in Python to predict the effective charge and dipoles of therapeutic proteins. • Drug Discovery: Utilized molecular modeling, enhanced sampling methods, and free energy calculations to identify potential drug candidates for autoimmune disorders.