Pedram Samani, PhD
About Pedram Samani, PhD
Pedram Samani, PhD, is a Senior Wet Lab Manager at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, where he has worked since 2023. He has a diverse academic and professional background in biology, with experience in teaching, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration across several institutions in North America and the UK.
Work at Broad Institute
Pedram Samani has been serving as the Senior Wet Lab Manager at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing wet lab operations and managing laboratory activities in Cambridge, Massachusetts. His position involves coordinating research efforts and ensuring the efficient functioning of laboratory processes.
Previous Experience in Academia
Before joining the Broad Institute, Pedram Samani worked at Suffolk University as an Instructor of Biology and Lab Coordinator for seven months in 2023. He has also held positions at McGill University, Georgia Institute of Technology, and University College London, where he contributed to research and teaching in various capacities. His experience includes serving as a Research Scientist and leading the Post-Doctoral Association at UCL.
Education and Expertise
Pedram Samani earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Shiraz University, followed by a Master of Science in Experimental Evolutionary Biology and a Doctor of Philosophy in Experimental Evolutionary Genetics from McGill University. His academic background provides a strong foundation in biological sciences, with a focus on evolutionary biology and genetics.
Research Contributions and Publications
Pedram Samani has published nine articles in prestigious scientific journals, including Nature Microbiology and Nature Ecology & Evolution. He has served as an invited referee for several high-impact journals, contributing to the peer-review process in the scientific community. His research has been recognized through over $250,000 in grants and scholarships across multiple countries.
Teaching and Course Design
At University College London, Pedram Samani designed and taught several mini-courses, accommodating class sizes ranging from 7 to 80 students. His role as a Senior Teaching Fellow involved developing educational content and engaging students in the field of biology, enhancing their learning experience through hands-on laboratory work.