Jiwoo Lee
About Jiwoo Lee
Jiwoo Lee is a Computational Genomics Researcher currently at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, with a background in both computational and experimental biology. He has held research positions at notable institutions including Stanford University and the Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland, and has a strong interest in the intersection of genetics and epidemiology.
Current Role at Broad Institute
Jiwoo Lee serves as a Computational Genomics Researcher at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to research that merges computational genomics with big data analytics. His work focuses on leveraging computational methods to advance the understanding of genomics.
Previous Experience in Research
Prior to his current role, Jiwoo Lee worked at several prestigious institutions. He was a Cellular Biology Researcher at Bergen County Academies from 2014 to 2017. He then transitioned to Stanford University, where he served as a Molecular Biology Researcher from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, he worked as a Bioinformatician at the Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland (FIMM) from 2019 to 2022.
Educational Background
Jiwoo Lee has an extensive educational background in the life sciences. He studied at Bergen County Academies, where he earned a High School Diploma in the Academy for Medical Science Technology program. He then completed a Bachelor of Science in Computational Biology at Stanford University, followed by a Master of Science in Biomedical Informatics. Currently, he is pursuing a Doctor of Medicine degree at Harvard Medical School in the Health Sciences and Technology Program.
Community Engagement and Outreach
While at Stanford University, Jiwoo Lee also took on the role of Community Outreach Manager for the Cardinal Free Clinics from 2019 to 2022. In this position, he was involved in initiatives aimed at improving healthcare access and education within the community, demonstrating his commitment to public health.
Research Interests and Expertise
Jiwoo Lee has a strong interest in the intersection of genetics and epidemiology. His research focuses on how computational methods can enhance the understanding and advancement of these fields. He possesses experience in both computational and experimental biology, allowing for a comprehensive approach to his research in genomics.