Clare West
About Clare West
Clare West is a Senior Scientist and Applied Drug Discovery Analyst at BenevolentAI in London, with a background in protein informatics and policy experience.
Current Position at BenevolentAI
Clare West is currently employed as a Senior Scientist and Applied Drug Discovery Analyst at BenevolentAI in London, England, United Kingdom. In this role, she applies her expertise in drug discovery to contribute to projects aimed at developing new therapeutic solutions. Her work involves cross-disciplinary collaboration to advance the company's mission of leveraging AI to improve drug discovery processes.
Education and Academic Background
Clare West completed her DPhil in Protein Informatics at the University of Oxford, studying from 2015 to 2020. Prior to her doctoral studies, she earned a BSc (Hons) from the University of Nottingham, which she attended from 2012 to 2015. Her academic work at Oxford was deeply rooted in the Department of Statistics, where she developed her skills in data analysis and bioinformatics.
Postdoctoral Research Experience
After completing her DPhil, Clare West held a postdoctoral position at the Centre for Medicines Discovery (CMD) at the University of Oxford. During this period, she collaborated with Open Targets (EMBL-EBI) on research focusing on ageing-related multimorbidities. This role allowed her to delve into interdisciplinary research, working alongside various scientists and contributing to understanding complex biological processes.
Policy Experience at Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology
In addition to her scientific roles, Clare West has gained experience in the policy arena through her time at the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology (POST). This position enabled her to understand the intersection of science and public policy, providing valuable insights into how scientific research can inform and shape legislative decision-making.