Jason A. Corwin
About Jason A. Corwin
Jason A. Corwin is a Senior/Principal Data Scientist at Think Bioscience, where he develops algorithms for drug development and manages bioinformatic pipelines. He has extensive experience in research and data science, with a strong academic background in plant biotechnology and environmental biology.
Work at Think Bioscience
Jason A. Corwin has been employed at Think Bioscience as a Senior/Principal Data Scientist since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for building and maintaining core bioinformatic pipelines, including Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS). He developed the HitPick algorithm, which focuses on novel drug development screens by utilizing machine learning and statistical methods. His work contributes to the advancement of bioinformatics and data management within the organization.
Previous Positions in Research and Development
Before joining Think Bioscience, Jason A. Corwin held various positions in research and development. He worked as a Sr. R&D Bioinformatics Scientist at Twist Bioscience from 2021 to 2023. Prior to that, he served as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Colorado State University from 2018 to 2021, and at the University of Colorado Boulder from 2016 to 2018. He also worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill from 2015 to 2016, and as a Laboratory Technician I at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station from 2005 to 2008.
Educational Background
Jason A. Corwin has a solid educational foundation in the field of environmental science and biotechnology. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental and Forest Biology from the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry from 1998 to 2002. He then completed a Master of Science in Plant Biotechnology and Tree Improvement at the same institution from 2002 to 2005. He further pursued his studies at the University of California, Davis, where he obtained a Doctor of Philosophy in 2015, having been a Graduate Research Assistant there from 2009 to 2015.
Research and Teaching Experience
In addition to his research roles, Jason A. Corwin has experience in teaching and mentoring. He served as a Teaching Assistant at the State University of New York College of Environmental Sciences and Forestry from 2002 to 2005. He also worked as a Teaching Research Assistant at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory for one month in 2012. His diverse background in both research and education has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of scientific inquiry and data analysis.
Data Management and Architecture Expertise
Jason A. Corwin has established and maintained data architecture for organizations, ensuring efficient data management and accessibility. His expertise in bioinformatics and data pipelines has been crucial in developing systems that support research initiatives. His work in this area enhances the operational capabilities of the organizations he has been part of, particularly in managing complex datasets and improving data workflows.