Nicholas Lyktey
About Nicholas Lyktey
Nicholas Lyktey serves as the Vice President of Laboratory Operations at Gravity Diagnostics, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in chemistry and forensic science, with previous roles in various laboratory and research settings.
Current Role at Gravity Diagnostics
Nicholas Lyktey serves as the Vice President of Laboratory Operations at Gravity Diagnostics. He has held this position since 2022. In this role, he oversees the laboratory operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance with industry standards. His leadership contributes to the organization's commitment to providing high-quality diagnostic services.
Previous Experience at Gravity Diagnostics
Before his current role, Nicholas Lyktey worked at Gravity Diagnostics as the Senior Director of Laboratory Operations for five months in 2022. He also served as the Director of Laboratory Operations from 2021 to 2022. His tenure in these positions involved managing laboratory processes and enhancing operational workflows.
Educational Background
Nicholas Lyktey earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Chemistry from Indiana University Bloomington, where he studied from 2014 to 2019. He also holds two Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degrees in Forensic Science: Chemistry and Chemistry from Penn State University, completed between 2010 and 2014. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in laboratory operations.
Internship and Research Experience
Nicholas Lyktey has gained valuable experience through various internships and research positions. He was a Forensic Intern at Applied DNA Sciences in 2012 and completed a two-month internship at Stony Brook Medicine in 2013. Additionally, he worked as an Undergraduate Researcher at Penn State University from 2012 to 2014 in the Freedman Environmental Chemistry Lab.
Research Assistant Role
During his time at Indiana University Bloomington, Nicholas Lyktey served as a Research Assistant in the Chemistry Department from 2014 to 2019. This role involved conducting experiments and assisting in research projects, contributing to his expertise in the field of chemistry.