Lea H. Kunze

Translational Biomarker & Imaging Scientist | Preclinical PET, IHC & Biofluid Proteomic Profiling | Data-driven R&D | Study Design & Preclinical Development

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

About

I am a translational biomarker and imaging scientist with a strong focus on integrating multimodal biomarker readouts and data-driven anaylsis to support therapeutic development in neuroscience and oncology. My expertise spans preclinical PET imaging, quantitative immunohistochemistry, and high-sensitivity proteomic profiling of CSF and plasma, enabling me to connect imaging, tissue, and fluid biomarkers into coherent biological insights. As research scientist, I design and execute preclinical studies, develop semi-automated data analysis pipelines, coordinate lab operations, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams. I have experience in statistical and machine-learning-based biomarker analysis and in translating complex datasets into actionable conclusions. I am particularly motivated by bridging experimental biology with computational approaches to identify robust biomarkers and improve translational decision-making.

Experience

  • Research Scientist at LMU Klinikum München
    Feb 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 6 mos

  • Intern at Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research (NIBR)
    Oct 2019 - Dec 2019 · 3 mos

  • Intern at German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE)
    Feb 2019 - Mar 2019 · 2 mos