Diana M. Toledo, PhD, Ms, Cgc
About Diana M. Toledo, PhD, Ms, Cgc
Diana M. Toledo, PhD, Ms, Cgc, serves as the Associate Lab Director at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, where she has worked since 2021. She has a robust background in clinical genetics, having held various roles in genetic counseling and molecular diagnostics across several prestigious institutions.
Work at Broad Institute
Diana M. Toledo has served as Associate Lab Director at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard since 2021. In this role, she contributes to the advancement of research in genetics and genomics. The Broad Institute is known for its collaborative approach to biomedical research, and Toledo's expertise in clinical genetic testing and translational research supports the institute's mission to improve human health through innovative science.
Education and Expertise
Toledo holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Genetics from Dartmouth College, where she studied from 2014 to 2019. She also earned a Master's degree in Genetic Counseling from Boston University between 2009 and 2011. Her academic background is complemented by a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Biology from Brown University, obtained from 2004 to 2008. Toledo possesses strong skills in Genetic Counseling, Medical Genetics, and Genomics, with a focus on clinical applications.
Background in Genetic Counseling
Toledo has a robust background in genetic counseling, having worked as a Genetic Counselor at both Partners HealthCare Laboratory for Molecular Medicine and Boston University. Her experience in these roles, from 2011 to 2014, provided her with a solid foundation in clinical human genetics. Additionally, she worked in the Molecular Pathology laboratory at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, further enhancing her expertise in the field.
Postdoctoral Experience
Before joining the Broad Institute, Toledo completed a Molecular Diagnostics Postdoctoral Fellowship at Dartmouth-Hitchcock from 2019 to 2021. This position allowed her to deepen her knowledge and skills in molecular diagnostics, contributing to her overall expertise in genetics and translational research.