Brittany Berdy
About Brittany Berdy
Brittany Berdy is a Research Scientist at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, specializing in microbial cultivation techniques and the interaction between microbes and their animal hosts. She has extensive experience in research and laboratory management, with a strong interest in STEM outreach and literacy.
Work at Broad Institute
Brittany Berdy currently serves as a Research Scientist at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, a position she has held since 2022. Prior to this role, she worked as a Project Manager at the same institution from 2019 to 2022. During her tenure, she contributed to various research initiatives in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focusing on microbial interactions.
Education and Expertise
Brittany Berdy earned her Ph.D. in Biology from Northeastern University, where she studied from 2011 to 2017. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Skidmore College, obtained from 2006 to 2010. Her academic background supports her specialization in microbial cultivation techniques and the study of interactions between microbes and their animal hosts.
Background in Academia and Research
Brittany Berdy has extensive experience in academia and research. She has worked as an Instructor for Microbiology at the MGH Institute of Health Professions since 2013. Additionally, she served as a Guest Lecturer at Northeastern University from 2015 to 2016 and as a Research Assistant at the same institution from 2011 to 2017. Her background includes roles in various laboratories, enhancing her research and laboratory skills over more than seven years.
Previous Work Experience
Brittany Berdy has held several positions in different organizations prior to her current role. She worked as a Laboratory Operations Manager at Northeastern University from 2015 to 2017, and as a Laboratory Assistant at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center from 2010 to 2011. Additionally, she completed internships and collaborative research roles at Hackensack University Medical Center and Skidmore College, respectively.
Research Interests and Initiatives
Brittany Berdy has a strong interest in enhancing STEM outreach and literacy. Her research has transitioned from beekeeping and the microbiome to a focus on the human microbiome. She seeks opportunities to leverage her leadership and managerial experience in new projects and laboratories, aiming to contribute to advancements in her field.