Eric Pecina
About Eric Pecina
Eric Pecina is a Research Associate in Microbiology at LifeMine Therapeutics, with a background in molecular biology and machine learning. He has experience in genomic DNA extractions, mycelium harvesting, and lab data manipulation, and has previously worked at Binghamton University in various research and teaching roles.
Work at LifeMine Therapeutics
Eric Pecina serves as a Research Associate in Microbiology at LifeMine Therapeutics, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for managing lab data manipulation for the Strain Collection team, utilizing tools such as Excel and Python. His work involves culturing filamentous fungi from frozen vegetative mycelium and monitoring their growth on agar plates. Additionally, he collaborates closely with software developers to integrate Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) with biological workflows.
Education and Expertise
Eric Pecina earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Molecular Biology with a minor in Mathematics from Binghamton University, completing his studies from 2015 to 2019. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his research work in microbiology. He has developed expertise in genomic DNA extractions and the cultivation of mycelium, which are essential skills in his current role.
Previous Experience at Binghamton University
Prior to his current position, Eric Pecina held multiple roles at Binghamton University. He worked as a Molecular Biology Research Assistant from 2015 to 2018, where he gained practical experience in laboratory techniques. He also served as a Machine Learning Software Engineer at the Thomas J. Watson School of Engineering and Applied Science for two years, focusing on software development. Additionally, he was a Teaching Assistant for Molecular Genetics for three months in 2017, further enhancing his teaching and mentoring skills.
Experience at Abbott
Eric Pecina briefly worked as a Project Support Engineer at Abbott Point of Care in Princeton, NJ, for two months in 2018. In this role, he contributed to project support activities, which likely involved coordinating efforts between engineering and project management teams.
Interests and Personal Development
In addition to his professional work, Eric Pecina is interested in cutting-edge technologies such as robotics, synthetic biology, and brain-computer interfaces. He practices non-dual insight meditation, which reflects his commitment to personal development. Eric is also working on acquiring Swedish as a new language, showcasing his dedication to continuous learning.