Yvonne (Yi) Wang
About Yvonne (Yi) Wang
Yvonne (Yi) Wang is the NGS Lab Manager at Predicine in Hayward, California, with expertise in microbiology and genetics. She holds a PhD in Biosystem Engineering from the University of California, Davis, and has experience in clinical testing and laboratory techniques.
Work at Predicine
Yvonne Wang currently serves as the NGS Lab Manager at Predicine, a role she has held since 2021. In this position, she oversees next-generation sequencing operations and manages laboratory workflows. Her responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining high-quality laboratory practices. Predicine is located in Hayward, California, where Wang contributes her expertise in microbiology and genetics to advance the company's objectives.
Education and Expertise
Yvonne Wang earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biosystem Engineering from the University of California, Davis, completing her studies from 2014 to 2019. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Bioengineering from Northwest A&F University, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. Wang has developed expertise in microbiology and genetics, with a strong focus on next-generation sequencing and bacterial community analysis.
Background in Research and Teaching
Wang has a solid background in academic research and teaching. She worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of California, Davis, from 2014 to 2020, where she engaged in various research projects. In 2019, she briefly served as a Teaching Assistant at the same university for two months, contributing to the educational development of undergraduate students.
Professional Experience at Apostle, Inc.
Before joining Predicine, Yvonne Wang worked as a Scientist at Apostle, Inc. from 2020 to 2021. In this role, she applied her skills in laboratory techniques and contributed to the company's research initiatives. Her experience at Apostle, Inc. further enhanced her capabilities in clinical testing and laboratory management.
Technical Skills and Laboratory Techniques
Yvonne Wang possesses a diverse set of technical skills relevant to her field. She is experienced in various laboratory techniques, including RT-PCR, DGGE, gel electrophoresis, and DNA recombination. Wang is also familiar with regulatory standards such as CAP/CLIA and ISO 9001/13485, ensuring compliance in her laboratory practices. Additionally, she has programming skills in Perl and C, as well as proficiency in statistical software like R, SAS, and MATLAB.