Gregory Elson
About Gregory Elson
Gregory Elson is a Post Baccalaureate Research Fellow at The National Institutes of Health, where he conducts research in genomics under Dr. Leslie Baier. His work focuses on identifying genetic markers associated with type 2 diabetes, kidney disease, and obesity.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Gregory Elson has been employed as a Post Baccalaureate Research Fellow at the National Institutes of Health since 2017. In this role, he conducts research in the genomics lab under the supervision of Dr. Leslie Baier. His work primarily focuses on identifying genetic markers associated with type 2 diabetes, kidney disease, and obesity. This research aims to contribute to the development of improved prevention strategies and medical treatments for metabolic diseases.
Previous Experience in Insurance and Management
Before joining the National Institutes of Health, Gregory Elson worked as an Insurance Producer at State Farm from 2014 to 2015 in the Phoenix, Arizona area. His career also includes a position as an Assistant Branch Manager at Enterprise Rent-A-Car from 2004 to 2006. Additionally, he served as a General Manager at GameStop from 1999 to 2001. These roles provided him with diverse management and customer service experience.
Background in Law Enforcement
Gregory Elson has a background in law enforcement, having worked as a Police Aide and Police Officer Recruit for the State of Arizona from 2006 to 2012. This six-year tenure in the police department allowed him to gain valuable insights into public safety and community service.
Educational Qualifications
Gregory Elson earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Arizona State University, where he studied from 2009 to 2017. He also attended Glendale Community College, achieving a GPA of 3.33 while studying Biology. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his current research in genetics.