Bartholomew Roland, Ph.D.
About Bartholomew Roland, Ph.D.
Bartholomew Roland, Ph.D., is a Senior Scientist at Abalone Bio, where he enhances antibody display platforms. He has a diverse background in pharmacogenomics, enzymology, and neuroscience, with previous roles at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Central Michigan University.
Work at Abalone Bio
Bartholomew Roland, Ph.D., serves as a Senior Scientist at Abalone Bio, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he contributes to the development of the company's antibody display platform. His focus is on enhancing functional assays that are essential for screening antibody libraries specifically targeting G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). Additionally, he manages a direct report who is responsible for antibody production, purification, and process development, ensuring efficient workflows within the laboratory.
Previous Experience at Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Prior to his current role, Bartholomew Roland worked as a Pharmacogenomics Project Manager at Vanderbilt University Medical Center from 2020 to 2021. In this capacity, he was involved in projects that aimed to integrate pharmacogenomics into clinical practice, enhancing personalized medicine approaches. His experience at Vanderbilt also includes a position as a Scientist at the Vanderbilt Center for Neuroscience Drug Discovery from 2019 to 2020 and as a Postdoctoral Researcher from 2014 to 2019.
Educational Background
Bartholomew Roland earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Molecular Pharmacology from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, where he studied from 2008 to 2014. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Neuroscience at Central Michigan University from 2004 to 2008. His academic training has provided him with a strong foundation in pharmacology, enzymology, and genetics.
Early Career Experience
Bartholomew Roland began his career as a Laboratory Intern at The Dow Chemical Company, where he worked from 2003 to 2006. He then transitioned to a role as a Vivarium Technician at Central Michigan University from 2007 to 2008. These early positions contributed to his understanding of laboratory operations and research methodologies, laying the groundwork for his future roles in pharmacology and drug discovery.