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New York, Ny, Us

New York, Ny

Partners with scientists and researchers to write and edit manuscripts and academic documents for publication in top journals (Cell, Science, Nature, PNAS, etc.), grant submissions and renewals, and digital content. Worked under the direction of Dr. Scott Lowe and high-level scientists as a consulting writer and editor on academic manuscripts. Provided additional communications support on public-facing materials for the hospital’s public affairs department.

New York, Ny

Led the formation of a non-profit organization aimed at fostering scientific research, using artistic and creative avenues to translate research for public consumption. The Ligo Project connects scientists and local architects, painters, musicians, and other visual artists to create artwork and experiential environments that educate and engage the public around key areas of research and scientific discovery.Creates strategies, events, and programs to increase the global social impact and drive engagement with the scientific community. Developed a unified brand presence represented across all marketing, outreach, and educational collateral. Negotiated service contracts and procured funding in the form of sponsorships and donations.

Boston, Ma

Founder and ongoing advisor to a bioinformatics software firm specializing in customized solutions for the life sciences – particularly high-throughput genomic array and sequencing technology. Provides project leadership at all phases to ensure timely delivery of components to academic clients. Serves as a liaison between life science clients and computer science staff to develop customized software solutions.

Vancouver, Bc

Member of the team tasked with developing and delivering R&D solutions to biotech companies. Directly contributed to two winning proposals on agrobacterium and on bacterial control in plants.

New York, Ny

Consulted on the design and operation of scientific research consortia dedicated to improving patient care by realizing the full potential for whole genome sequencing. Developed relationships with researchers and clinicians, and recruited patients for large-scale genomics studies evaluating diverse disease areas including Glioblastoma, Unexplained Pediatric Neurological Disorders, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Traumatic Brain Injury. Organized the Internal Review Board and protocols (IRB) for human research, and secured agreements with external service providers permitting studies with human subjects.

Cold Spring Harbor, Ny

Partnered with Dr. Jim Watson to develop and run a think tank dedicated to progressing potential cures and treatment options for incurable cancers. Identified and researched areas of cancer biology offering poor treatment options and lack of scientific resources – evaluating technology, data, and industry growth. Worked with scientific experts to define key objectives and sub topics, and prepared white papers examining cancer biology.

Brookline, Ma

Evaluated patents and related technologies for potential infringement, and sourced key scientific and technical subject experts to serve as witnesses.

Postdoctoral Research, Developmental And Stem Cell Biology

Ph.D, Biological Sciences, Immunology And Virology

Master Of Science (Ms), Immunotherapy/Antibody Development

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Biology; Chemistry Minor