Keeva Cochrane
About Keeva Cochrane
Keeva Cochrane is a Discovery Data Manager at Exscientia, with a background in bioinformatics and molecular therapeutics. She has held various roles in research and technical positions, including at the European Bioinformatics Institute and Almac Group.
Current Role at Exscientia
Keeva Cochrane serves as the Discovery Data Manager at Exscientia, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for managing and analyzing data related to drug discovery processes. Her expertise contributes to the advancement of Exscientia's mission to revolutionize drug discovery through artificial intelligence and data-driven approaches.
Previous Experience at European Bioinformatics Institute
Prior to her current role, Keeva Cochrane worked at the European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI) in Cambridge, United Kingdom. She held the position of Technical Officer from 2016 to 2019, followed by a promotion to Senior Technical Officer from 2019 to 2021. During her time at EMBL-EBI, she focused on bioinformatics and data management, enhancing her skills in technical support and project implementation.
Background in Almac Group
Keeva Cochrane's career includes significant experience at Almac Group, where she worked for a total of six years. She served as a Senior Scientist from 2011 to 2016, contributing to drug development projects. Earlier, she was an Analytical Scientist for one year in 2002-2003. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in pharmaceutical sciences and research methodologies.
Education and Qualifications
Keeva Cochrane has an extensive educational background. She earned a PhD in Molecular Therapeutics from Queen's University Belfast, where she studied from 2004 to 2007. She also completed a PgCert in Biocuration at the University of Cambridge from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she holds a BSc (Hons) in Applied Biochemical Sciences with a Diploma in Education from the University of Ulster, obtained between 2000 and 2004.
Research and Development at Queen's University Belfast
At Queen's University Belfast, Keeva Cochrane worked in various roles that contributed to her research expertise. She was a Research Fellow in the Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology from 2007 to 2011 and engaged in project management and business development for a brief period in 2011. Her experiences at the university enhanced her skills in research, project coordination, and scientific communication.