John Fang
About John Fang
John Fang is the Manager of Bioinformatics at BillionToOne, where he focuses on bioinformatics innovations and the development of nucleic acid molecular tools. He has a strong academic background, holding a PhD in Bioengineering from Rice University and a Master's degree in Computer Science from Washington University in St. Louis.
Current Role at BillionToOne
John Fang serves as the Manager of Bioinformatics at BillionToOne, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on bioinformatics innovations, contributing to the development of advanced molecular tools. His work is centered in Menlo Park, California, where he collaborates with various departments to enhance the company's capabilities in nucleic acid diagnostics.
Previous Experience at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Prior to his current role, John Fang worked at Thermo Fisher Scientific for a total of five years. He began as a Summer Bioinformatics Intern in 2016, followed by a Lead Bioinformatics Intern position in 2017. He later became a Staff Bioinformatics Scientist from 2018 to 2021. His experience at Thermo Fisher included developing bioinformatics solutions and applying nucleic acid diagnostics.
Educational Background in Bioengineering and Computer Science
John Fang holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering from Rice University, which he completed from 2013 to 2018. He also earned a Master's degree in Computer Science from Washington University in St. Louis, studying there from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biomedical Engineering from Washington University from 2008 to 2012.
Expertise in Nucleic Acid Molecular Tools
In his professional capacity, John Fang develops nucleic acid molecular tools as part of his bioinformatics role. His expertise lies in the application of nucleic acid diagnostics, which plays a critical role in advancing medical and scientific research. He emphasizes the importance of cross-departmental teamwork to achieve impactful results.