Zachary Bull
About Zachary Bull
Zachary Bull is a COVID-19 Process Development Associate at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in laboratory work and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from Bennington College.
Current Role at Broad Institute
Zachary Bull serves as a COVID-19 Process Development Associate at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. He has been in this role since 2021, contributing to the institute's efforts in managing and analyzing COVID-19 samples. His responsibilities include synthesizing cDNA from positive COVID-19 samples, which supports nationwide variant monitoring initiatives. Additionally, he has implemented new procedures to recover low-quality samples, collaborating with various departments to improve efficiency and resource management.
Previous Experience at GENEWIZ
Prior to his current position, Zachary Bull worked as a Laboratory Technician 1 at GENEWIZ, a Brooks Life Sciences Company, from 2020 to 2021. His tenure lasted for five months in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In this role, he gained hands-on experience in laboratory techniques and contributed to various projects within the organization.
Laboratory Experience at Bennington College
Zachary Bull held multiple roles at Bennington College, where he worked from 2019 to 2020. He served as a Laboratory Assistant for six months, a Peer Tutor in Bioinformatics for three months, and an Undergraduate Researcher for four months. In these positions, he developed skills in laboratory operations and bioinformatics, contributing to academic and research projects.
Educational Background in Architecture
Zachary Bull studied at Bennington College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from 2016 to 2020. His education provided him with a foundation in design principles and analytical thinking, which he later applied in his laboratory roles. This interdisciplinary background supports his ability to approach scientific challenges with a unique perspective.
Internship at Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
In 2019, Zachary Bull completed a one-month internship as a Conservation Intern at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum in Tucson, Arizona. This experience allowed him to engage with conservation efforts and gain insights into environmental science, further diversifying his professional background.