Benjamin Leach
About Benjamin Leach
Benjamin Leach is a Postbaccalaureate IRTA Fellow at the National Institutes of Health, where he conducts research in HIV immunity. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from Johns Hopkins University and is currently seeking graduate programs in immunology or related fields.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Benjamin Leach currently serves as a Postbaccalaureate IRTA Fellow at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland. He has held this position since 2021, where he conducts research focused on HIV immunity at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. This role involves engaging in advanced research methodologies and contributing to ongoing studies in the field of immunology.
Education and Expertise
Benjamin Leach completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical/Medical Engineering at the Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering from 2017 to 2021. His academic coursework included cellular and tissue engineering, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, and cellular biology, providing him with a solid foundation in biomedical sciences. He is currently exploring graduate degree programs in immunology or related fields to further his education.
Background
Benjamin Leach graduated from Seton Catholic Preparatory, where he earned his High School Diploma from 2013 to 2017. His early education laid the groundwork for his pursuit of higher education in engineering and biomedical sciences. He has also gained diverse work experience, including roles in research and outdoor education.
Previous Research Experience
Before his current role at NIH, Benjamin Leach worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Johns Hopkins Medicine from 2018 to 2019. In this position, he contributed to research projects in a medical setting, gaining practical experience in the field of biomedical research. This role helped him develop essential research skills that he applies in his current position.
Work Experience
In addition to his research roles, Benjamin Leach has held positions in various organizations. He worked as an Outdoor Skills Instructor for the Boy Scouts of America in 2016 for three months in Payson, Arizona, where he taught outdoor skills. He also worked at Chick-fil-A as Front of House staff in 2017 for three months in Chandler, Arizona, gaining customer service experience.