Benjamin Roose
About Benjamin Roose
Benjamin Roose is a Senior Scientist with extensive experience in molecular biology and X-ray crystallography. He has a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Pennsylvania and has worked in both academia and industry for over nine years.
Current Role at Insight Global
Benjamin Roose serves as a Senior Scientist at Insight Global, a position he has held since 2020. His work is based in West Point, PA. In this role, he applies his extensive background in molecular biology and biophysical characterization methods to advance scientific research and development.
Previous Experience at University of Pennsylvania
Roose worked at the University of Pennsylvania in multiple capacities. He was a Postdoctoral Researcher from 2018 to 2020 and a Graduate Student from 2012 to 2018. During his time there, he focused on research in chemistry, contributing to both academic and practical applications in the field.
Teaching Experience
With over seven years of teaching experience, Roose has instructed students at both the 8th grade and undergraduate levels. His teaching tenure includes three years as a Middle School Science Teacher at the District of Columbia Public Schools from 2009 to 2012, where he developed and implemented science curricula.
Educational Background
Roose earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry from the University of Pennsylvania, studying from 2012 to 2018. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry (Honors) and East Asian Studies from The Johns Hopkins University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009.
Research Skills and Proficiencies
Roose has over nine years of research experience in both academia and industry. He is proficient in molecular biology techniques, including recombinant protein expression and protein purification. His expertise extends to experiment design, problem solving, and literature review, as well as biophysical characterization methods such as activity assays and isothermal titration calorimetry.