Christie Brown
About Christie Brown
Christie Brown is a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II with over ten years of experience in genetics and molecular biology. She has worked at prestigious institutions including UCLA and UC Berkeley, and currently performs Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing at BillionToOne in Menlo Park, California.
Current Role at BillionToOne
Christie Brown has been employed at BillionToOne as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II since 2020. In this role, she performs high complexity Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) screenings. Her work contributes to the company's mission in advancing genetic testing technologies. She is part of a fast-growing startup located in Menlo Park, California, where she applies her expertise in molecular techniques.
Previous Experience at UCLA
Before her current position, Christie Brown worked at UCLA, specifically at the David Geffen School of Medicine. She served as a Staff Research Associate II in the Department of Pathology and Lab Medicine from 2009 to 2014. Additionally, she was a Clinical Laboratory Scientist Trainee at UCLA Health from 2014 to 2015. Her roles at UCLA provided her with extensive experience in clinical laboratory settings.
Background in Bioengineering
Christie Brown studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Bioengineering from 2005 to 2008. This educational background laid the foundation for her career in clinical laboratory science and research. Her studies in bioengineering have equipped her with the necessary skills to excel in molecular biology and genetics.
Experience in Research and Development
Christie Brown has over ten years of clinical and research experience in genetics and molecular biology. She worked as a Laboratory Research Assistant at UC Berkeley from 2006 to 2008, contributing to research projects in the Department of Bioengineering. She has co-authored several papers in high-impact peer-reviewed journals, demonstrating her involvement in scientific research and development.
Team Building Management Experience
From 2018 to 2020, Christie Brown served as a Team Building Manager at Sail In Asia Company Ltd in Phuket, Thailand. In this role, she focused on team development and management, enhancing her leadership skills. This experience complements her scientific background by providing her with diverse professional skills.