Matthew Shabet
About Matthew Shabet
Matthew Shabet is an Associate Computational Biologist currently working at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. He has a background in computer science and mathematics from Harvard University and has held various roles in computational biology and software engineering.
Work at Broad Institute
Matthew Shabet has been employed at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard as an Associate Computational Biologist since 2022. In this role, he engages in computational biology projects that contribute to the institute's research initiatives. The Broad Institute is known for its focus on genomics and biomedical research, and Shabet's work supports its mission to advance the understanding of human health and disease.
Previous Experience at Harvard University
Matthew Shabet served as a Teaching Fellow at Harvard University for multiple courses, including CS181: Machine Learning in 2022, STAT 110: Introduction to Probability in 2020, and CS50: Introduction to Computer Science in 2019. His responsibilities included assisting in course instruction, mentoring students, and facilitating discussions. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in teaching and mentorship within the fields of computer science and statistics.
Internship Experience
Prior to his current role, Matthew Shabet gained valuable experience through various internships. He worked as a Computational Biology Summer Intern at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in 2021, where he contributed to computational biology projects. Additionally, he was a Software Engineer Intern at Viking Global Investors in 2019 and a Software Engineer for the Coronavirus Visualization Team in 2020. These positions allowed him to apply his technical skills in real-world settings.
Educational Background
Matthew Shabet completed his Bachelor of Arts degree at Harvard University, majoring in Computer Science and Mathematics, as well as Physics, from 2018 to 2022. His education provided him with a comprehensive understanding of computational methods and their applications in various scientific fields. The rigorous curriculum at Harvard equipped him with the analytical skills necessary for his career in computational biology.
High School Education
Matthew Shabet attended Darien High School from 2014 to 2018. His high school education laid the groundwork for his future studies in computer science and mathematics, fostering his interest in these fields early on.