Mike Mc Lean
About Mike Mc Lean
Mike McLean is an Automation Scientist with a diverse background in microbiology, immunology, and biomedical engineering. He has held various roles in the biotechnology and healthcare sectors, contributing to research, development, and process engineering since 2010.
Current Role at AbCellera
Mike Mc Lean currently serves as an Automation Scientist at AbCellera, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on integrating medical technology with laboratory automation, aiming to enhance global health outcomes. His work at AbCellera builds on his previous experience in laboratory automation and biomedical engineering.
Previous Experience in Biotechnology
Prior to his current role, Mike Mc Lean worked at Myriad Genetics as a Process Development Engineer II for six months in South San Francisco. He also held positions at uBiome as a Laboratory Automation Technician and at Providence Health Care as a Biomedical Engineering Technologist. His diverse experience spans various roles within the biotechnology and healthcare sectors, contributing to both research and development.
Educational Background
Mike Mc Lean holds a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Immunology from the University of Victoria, where he studied from 2006 to 2013. He also completed a diploma in Biomedical Engineering Technology at the British Columbia Institute of Technology from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he pursued Front End Development Certification at freeCodeCamp in 2018, further diversifying his skill set.
Research Experience
Mike has a background in research, having worked as a Stem Cell Student Researcher in Dr. Choy's lab at the University of Victoria and as a Proteomics Student Researcher in Dr. Morin's lab at BC Cancer Agency. These roles contributed to his understanding of laboratory processes and reinforced his interest in the intersection of technology and health.
Interests and Personal Activities
Outside of his professional work, Mike Mc Lean has interests that include cycling, running, backcountry camping, homemade pasta, and 3D printing. These activities reflect his commitment to an active lifestyle and a passion for hands-on projects.