Pia Farinas
About Pia Farinas
Pia Farinas is a Variant Curation Scientist at Phosphorus, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Monmouth University and is pursuing a Master of Science in Biotechnology at Northeastern University.
Work at Phosphorus
Pia Farinas currently serves as a Variant Curation Scientist at Phosphorus, a role she has held since 2021. In this position, she focuses on variant interpretation and classification, contributing to the company's mission of advancing genomic understanding. Prior to her current role, she worked as a Team Lead at Phosphorus from 2020 to 2021 and as a Laboratory Technician from 2019 to 2020. Her experience at Phosphorus spans various functions within the organization, allowing her to develop a comprehensive understanding of both wet lab and dry lab processes.
Education and Expertise
Pia Farinas earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology, Molecular Cell Physiology from Monmouth University, where she studied from 2014 to 2018. She is currently pursuing a Master of Science (M.S.) in Biotechnology at Northeastern University, expected to complete her studies in 2024. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in biological sciences, complemented by her expertise in variant interpretation, DNA and RNA extractions, primer design, fragment analysis, Sanger sequencing, and library preparation for next-generation sequencing.
Background
Pia Farinas began her career in 2014 as a Data Entry Clerk at Peerless Umbrella Co., where she worked for six months. She transitioned to Phosphorus in 2019, initially taking on the role of Laboratory Technician. Over the next two years, she progressed to Team Lead and then to her current position as Variant Curation Scientist. Her career trajectory reflects her commitment to the biotechnology field and her focus on enhancing patient care through genomic advancements.
Achievements
Pia Farinas has developed strong research skills in variant interpretation and classification during her tenure at Phosphorus. Her work in both wet lab and dry lab environments has equipped her with practical skills in various laboratory techniques, including DNA and RNA extractions and next-generation sequencing. Her commitment to improving patient care through a better understanding of the human genome underscores her contributions to the biotechnology industry.