Alexandra Lee
About Alexandra Lee
Alexandra Lee is a Sr. Community Engagement/Biomedical Data Scientist with extensive experience in bioinformatics and computational biology. She has worked at institutions such as the J. Craig Venter Institute and the University of Pennsylvania, focusing on transcriptomics, genomics, and the application of generative neural networks in biological research.
Current Role at DNAnexus
Alexandra Lee serves as a Senior Community Engagement and Biomedical Data Scientist at DNAnexus, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing community engagement and applying her expertise in biomedical data science to support various initiatives. Her work involves collaborating with stakeholders to advance the understanding and application of genomic data.
Previous Experience at J. Craig Venter Institute
Prior to her current role, Alexandra worked as a Bioinformatics Analyst at the J. Craig Venter Institute from 2012 to 2017 in La Jolla, California. During her five years there, she developed computational approaches utilizing generative neural networks to analyze transcriptional patterns in microbes. This experience contributed to her foundational knowledge in bioinformatics and computational biology.
Education and Academic Background
Alexandra Lee holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Computer Science from Bryn Mawr College, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. She furthered her education with a Master of Science in Applied Mathematics from the University of Washington in 2012. Alexandra completed her Doctor of Philosophy in Genomics and Computational Biology at the University of Pennsylvania from 2017 to 2022, where she focused on advanced computational methods in biology.
Experience at University of Pennsylvania
From 2017 to 2022, Alexandra served as a Doctoral Research Scientist at the University of Pennsylvania. Her work involved studying various aspects of genomics and computational biology, contributing to her expertise in human and bacterial transcriptomics, viral genomics, and cognitive models. This role allowed her to explore innovative models to address complex biological questions.
Consulting Role at SomaLogic
In addition to her position at DNAnexus, Alexandra has been working as a Scientific Consultant at SomaLogic since 2022. In this capacity, she applies her extensive knowledge in biomedical data science to provide insights and support for scientific initiatives, further expanding her impact in the field.