Sam Westreich
About Sam Westreich
Sam Westreich is a Program Director at DNAnexus, where he has worked in various roles since 2018. He holds a Ph.D. in Integrative Genetics and Genomics from UC Davis and has expertise in metatranscriptomics and metagenomics.
Current Role as Program Director
Sam Westreich currently serves as Program Director at DNAnexus, a position he has held since 2023. He works in Mountain View, California, in a hybrid capacity. In this role, he oversees various programs and initiatives, leveraging his extensive background in bioinformatics and project management.
Previous Experience at DNAnexus
Prior to his current role, Sam Westreich held multiple positions at DNAnexus. He worked as a Senior Project Manager from 2019 to 2021 and as a Program Manager from 2021 to 2023. In these roles, he contributed to the development and management of bioinformatics projects, utilizing his expertise in metatranscriptomics and metagenomics.
Education and Expertise
Sam Westreich earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Integrative Genetics and Genomics from the University of California, Davis, where he studied from 2013 to 2018. His doctoral research focused on developing a complete analysis pipeline for handling metatranscriptome data from gut microbiomes. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Genetics from the University of Minnesota, completed from 2008 to 2012.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Sam Westreich possesses strong technical skills in programming languages such as Unix, R, and Python. He specializes in the analysis of genetic material from complex microbial communities and has experience constructing and implementing bioinformatics pipelines in cloud environments. His expertise includes metatranscriptomics and metagenomics.
Volunteer and Internship Experience
In addition to his professional roles, Sam Westreich has engaged in volunteer work and internships. He served as a Volunteer Coordinator for Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity from 2012 to 2013. He also completed a summer internship at IBM in 2017, where he gained experience in the San Francisco Bay Area.