Tim Farrell
About Tim Farrell
Tim Farrell is a Manager of Bioinformatics Data Engineering with extensive experience in developing data pipelines for genomics and machine learning-based diagnostics. He has a background in both military and civilian roles, with over five years dedicated to building data systems for biomedical applications.
Current Role at Day Zero Diagnostics
Tim Farrell currently serves as the Manager of Bioinformatics Data Engineering at Day Zero Diagnostics, Inc. He has held this position since 2020. In this role, he manages a program that focuses on sourcing, processing, and managing data from various sources and partners. This program supports the development of machine learning models aimed at improving infectious disease diagnostics.
Previous Experience in Bioinformatics
Prior to his current role, Tim Farrell worked at Day Zero Diagnostics, Inc. as a Bioinformatics Engineer from 2019 to 2020. He also served as an Associate Computational Biologist I at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard from 2017 to 2019. His experience includes developing data pipelines specifically for genomics and machine learning applications in the field of infectious disease diagnostics.
Military and Research Background
Tim Farrell has a diverse background that includes military service as a Medical Services Officer in the US Army from 2012 to 2021. He also has research experience, having worked as a Research Assistant at Boston University School of Medicine from 2014 to 2016 and at the Department of Health Sciences from 2015 to 2016. His internships include positions at Harvard Medical School and New England Biolabs, where he gained valuable experience in biomedical informatics and bioinformatics.
Education and Qualifications
Tim Farrell holds a Master of Science (MS) in Bioinformatics from Boston University, where he studied from 2014 to 2016. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering from Rutgers University, completing his degree from 2008 to 2012. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in bioinformatics and data engineering.
Expertise in Data Science and Engineering
With over five years of experience, Tim Farrell specializes in building data systems and applying data science to address biomedical challenges. He has experience in both technical and non-technical roles across military and civilian organizations, showcasing his ability to lead diverse teams and projects in the field of bioinformatics.