Sharon Y. Wong
About Sharon Y. Wong
Sharon Y. Wong serves as the Director of Scientific Operations at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, where she has worked since 2015. She has a strong background in biomedical engineering and infectious disease research, with previous roles at Boston University and the National Institutes of Health.
Current Role at Broad Institute
Sharon Y. Wong serves as the Director of Scientific Operations at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard since 2022. In this role, she oversees various scientific initiatives and operations, ensuring the effective management of research programs. Wong also holds the position of Associate Director for the Tuberculosis Research Program, a role she has maintained since 2015. Additionally, she has been involved with the Infectious Disease Program as Associate Director since 2021, contributing to the institute's efforts in combating infectious diseases.
Previous Experience at Boston University
Prior to her current roles, Wong worked at Boston University College of Engineering as a Postdoctoral Fellow from 2012 to 2015. During this time, she engaged in advanced research projects. She also served as the Director of the Alpha Core Prototyping Laboratory at Boston University from 2013 to 2015, where she managed laboratory operations and facilitated research activities.
Education and Academic Background
Wong earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University, completing her studies in 2008. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Materials Engineering from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, which she obtained in 1999. Her academic background has laid a strong foundation for her research and leadership roles in scientific operations.
Experience at National Institutes of Health
Sharon Y. Wong worked at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow from 2008 to 2012. In this capacity, she contributed to various research projects within the Intramural Research Program (IRP), gaining valuable experience in scientific research and operations.
Graduate Studies at Cornell University
Wong was a Graduate Student at Cornell University from 2002 to 2008. During her six years at Cornell, she focused on her research in Biomedical Engineering, which culminated in her earning a PhD. Her time at Cornell was instrumental in shaping her research skills and expertise in the field.