Mujahed Kazi
About Mujahed Kazi
Mujahed Kazi is a Long Reads Process Development Associate II at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, where he has worked since 2022. He has a strong background in molecular biology and holds multiple degrees in Biotechnology and Business Administration.
Work at Broad Institute
Mujahed Kazi has been employed at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard since 2020. Initially serving as a COVID-19 Process Development Scientist until 2022, he transitioned to the role of Long Reads Process Development Associate in 2022. In 2023, he advanced to Long Reads Process Development Associate II. His work is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he contributes to genomic research and high-throughput sequencing operations.
Education and Expertise
Mujahed Kazi is pursuing a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management at Harvard University, expected to complete in 2025. He previously earned an Associate's degree in Biotechnology from Middlesex Community College and a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. His education has equipped him with expertise in molecular biology techniques, including Cell Culture and RT-qPCR, as well as proficiency in Pac Bio and ONT Long Reads Sequencing.
Professional Background
Before his tenure at the Broad Institute, Mujahed Kazi worked as a Laboratory Technician at ENABLE LIFE SCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED from 2017 to 2018. He also served as a Pharmacy Technician at CVS Pharmacy from 2015 to 2020. His diverse work experience has provided him with a solid foundation in laboratory practices and customer service within the healthcare sector.
Achievements in Genomic Research
Mujahed Kazi has demonstrated a strong capability in running the largest Long Reads Sequencing lab globally, showcasing his leadership in high-throughput sequencing operations. His work with Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) highlights his proficiency in comprehensive genomic analysis, contributing to advancements in the field of genomics.