Rebecca Thompson
About Rebecca Thompson
Rebecca Thompson is a Process Development Associate II at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, where she has worked since 2020. She is responsible for managing clinical manifests and played a significant role in the COVID-19 testing initiative.
Current Role at Broad Institute
Rebecca Thompson currently serves as a Process Development Associate II at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for receiving and verifying clinical manifests and protected health information (PHI). Her work is critical in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of clinical data, which supports various research initiatives.
Previous Experience at Broad Institute
Prior to her current position, Rebecca worked as a Research Associate II at the Broad Institute from 2018 to 2020. During her tenure, she utilized the Bravo automated liquid handler for RNA extraction from patient samples. This experience contributed to her expertise in laboratory processes and sample management.
Role in COVID-19 Testing Initiative
Rebecca played a key role in the COVID-19 testing initiative at the Broad Institute. Her responsibilities included accessioning and processing clinical samples, which were essential for the timely and efficient testing of COVID-19. This initiative was crucial in supporting public health efforts during the pandemic.
Education at Boston University
Rebecca studied at Boston University from 2011 to 2015, completing a four-year program. Her education provided a foundation in the scientific principles and methodologies that she applies in her current and previous roles in the research field.