Phoebe Oldach
About Phoebe Oldach
Phoebe Oldach is a Computational Scientist (II) at Ochre Bio in Oxford, England, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a PhD in Chromosome and Developmental Biology from the University of Oxford and has extensive experience in computational biology and data engagement.
Work at Ochre Bio
Phoebe Oldach has been employed at Ochre Bio as a Computational Scientist (II) since 2021. In this role, she focuses on designing and coordinating next-generation sequencing (NGS) experiments, including bulk RNA sequencing, single nuclei sequencing, and spatial sequencing. Her work aims to prioritize therapeutic targets and drive insights into mechanisms of action. Additionally, she creates R shiny applications to enhance data engagement for both experimental scientists and business personnel.
Education and Expertise
Phoebe Oldach holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chromosome and Developmental Biology from the University of Oxford, which she completed from 2016 to 2021. She also earned a Master's Degree in Computational Biology from the University of Cambridge in 2015. Her undergraduate studies were at Dickinson College, where she obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from 2009 to 2013. She has also participated in a study abroad program at The University of Queensland.
Background
Phoebe Oldach has a diverse background in research and academia. Prior to her current role, she worked at the University of Oxford for five years in the Department of Biochemistry, where she completed her PhD. She also held positions at Dickinson College, including roles as a Student Researcher, Teaching Assistant, and Tutor. Her experience includes a Fulbright-Nehru Research Scholar position at the University of Delhi and internships at the National Institutes of Health and Monash University.
Research Contributions
Throughout her career, Phoebe Oldach has contributed to various research projects. As a Student Researcher at Dickinson College, she focused on genome remodeling in HL60 human leukemia cells. During her internship at Monash University, she researched human amniotic stem cells in the treatment of pulmonary fibrosis. Additionally, her work at the National Institutes of Health involved the inclusion and protection of women in clinical trials.
Achievements in Data Communication
In her role at Ochre Bio, Phoebe Oldach is responsible for distilling key findings from her research and creating presentations to communicate insights to investors. This aspect of her work highlights her ability to translate complex scientific data into understandable formats for stakeholders, enhancing the impact of her research on decision-making processes.