Ainsley Jackson
About Ainsley Jackson
Ainsley Jackson is a Senior Project Coordinator at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, where she has worked since 2023. She has a background in biomedical engineering and has held various roles at the Broad Institute, including Project Coordinator and Process Development Associate.
Current Role at Broad Institute
Ainsley Jackson currently serves as a Senior Project Coordinator at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, a position held since 2023. In this role, Jackson acts as the point of contact for 10X Single Cell projects within the Cancer Program. Responsibilities include facilitating project team meetings, creating agendas, summarizing meeting notes, and ensuring that action items are assigned and completed. Jackson also plays a crucial role in liaising with key stakeholders and collaborators to communicate project requirements and promote cross-functional collaboration.
Previous Experience at Broad Institute
Prior to the current role, Ainsley Jackson worked at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard in various capacities. Jackson served as a Process Development Associate I from 2021 to 2022 and as a Project Coordinator from 2022 to 2023. Additionally, Jackson held the position of Accessioning Technician for four months in 2020. This experience provided a solid foundation in project coordination and process development within a leading research institution.
Educational Background
Ainsley Jackson completed a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Arkansas, studying from 2015 to 2020. Jackson also participated in an exchange program at the University of Technology Sydney from 2017 to 2018. Prior education includes attending Hebron High School from 2009 to 2015. This educational background has equipped Jackson with a strong foundation in engineering principles and research methodologies.
Research Experience at University of Arkansas
During the academic period from 2019 to 2020, Ainsley Jackson worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of Arkansas for 11 months. This role involved engaging in research activities that contributed to Jackson's understanding of biomedical engineering and provided practical experience in a research environment.
Involvement in Product Development
Ainsley Jackson is involved in the product development and validation of custom panels at the Broad Institute. This role requires collaboration with various teams to ensure that products meet the necessary specifications and requirements, contributing to the advancement of research initiatives within the institute.