Brandy Barber
About Brandy Barber
Brandy Barber is a Research Associate II at Locus Biosciences, Inc. in Morrisville, North Carolina, where she has worked since 2020, specializing in high-throughput characterization of bacteriophage.
Work at Locus Biosciences
Brandy Barber has been employed at Locus Biosciences, Inc. as a Research Associate II since 2020. She works in the Automation Department, contributing to the company's research initiatives. Her role involves utilizing advanced techniques in microbiology and automation to support the development of innovative solutions in the field.
Education and Expertise
Brandy Barber earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where she studied from 2015 to 2018. Her academic background provides a strong foundation in microbiological principles. She has developed extensive expertise in anaerobic microbiology, PCR, DNA isolation, and next-generation sequencing (NGS), which are essential skills in her current research role.
Background
Prior to her current position, Brandy Barber worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville from 2017 to 2018. Following this role, she served as a Post Bachelors Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory from 2019 to 2020. These experiences contributed to her professional development and prepared her for her current responsibilities at Locus Biosciences.
Research Specialization
Brandy Barber specializes in the high-throughput characterization of bacteriophage, employing Hamilton instruments to enhance research efficiency. Her focus on automation and high-throughput methods positions her as a valuable contributor to the ongoing research efforts at Locus Biosciences.