Jacob Allen
About Jacob Allen
Jacob Allen is a Data Management Specialist II at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, with a background in molecular biology and experience in cancer research. He previously worked at Yale University and the German Cancer Research Center, and he specializes in cancer liquid biopsy projects involving Python development and data analysis.
Current Role at Broad Institute
Jacob Allen serves as a Data Management Specialist II at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to various projects focused on cancer liquid biopsy. His work involves Python development and data analysis, which are essential for advancing cancer research initiatives at the institute.
Previous Experience at Yale University
Prior to his current role, Jacob Allen worked at Yale University as a Postgraduate Associate from 2016 to 2019. During this three-year tenure in New Haven, CT, he gained valuable experience in research and data management. He also served as a Research Intern at Yale for six months in 2014, further enhancing his skills in a research-focused environment.
Internship Experience
Jacob Allen has a diverse internship background. He completed a two-month Research Internship at the German Cancer Research Center (dkfz) in Heidelberg, Germany, in 2013. In 2016, he worked as a Restoration Intern for the U.S. Forest Service in Sedona, AZ, for five months. These experiences contributed to his understanding of research methodologies and data management.
Educational Background in Molecular Biology
Jacob Allen earned his Bachelor's Degree in Molecular Biology from Yale University, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. This educational foundation provided him with a strong understanding of biological sciences, which supports his current work in data management for cancer research.
Location and Professional Network
Jacob Allen is based in the New York City Metropolitan Area while working in Cambridge, MA. His professional network includes connections from his time at Yale University and the Broad Institute, facilitating collaboration in the fields of data management and cancer research.