Tam Truong
About Tam Truong
Tam Truong serves as the Chief of Staff at Slingshot Biosciences, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in genomics and laboratory operations, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Labcorp, Promis Diagnostics, and Ginkgo Bioworks.
Work at Slingshot Biosciences
Tam Truong has been serving as Chief of Staff at Slingshot Biosciences since 2022. In this role, he has successfully transitioned between systems building, strategy, and execution across all functions within the organization. He has guided company-wide project priorities and led strategic planning efforts. Additionally, he has reorganized team structures to optimize machine utilization and reduce costs. Tam also oversees the flow of information between the executive team, the board, and the company, ensuring effective communication and alignment on organizational goals.
Previous Experience in Genomics and Diagnostics
Before joining Slingshot Biosciences, Tam Truong held various positions in the genomics and diagnostics sectors. He worked as a Genomics Supervisor in the 23andMe Division at Labcorp from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, he served as Director of Operations at Promis Diagnostics for one year from 2019 to 2020. His experience also includes roles at Myriad Genetics as a CLIA Laboratory Supervisor from 2015 to 2017 and at Quest Diagnostics as a Clinical Molecular Scientist from 2005 to 2008.
Education and Expertise in Neuroscience
Tam Truong earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience/Bio-Psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in the biotechnology and diagnostics fields, contributing to his expertise in laboratory operations and clinical molecular science.
Career Progression in Laboratory Operations
Tam Truong has a diverse career in laboratory operations, with significant roles at several prominent organizations. He worked as a Lead Clinical Molecular Scientist at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center from 2008 to 2015 and as a CMDL Lab Supervisor at City of Hope for eight months in 2017. He also held the position of Senior Director of Foundry Operations at Ginkgo Bioworks, Inc. from 2020 to 2022, further enhancing his leadership and operational skills in the biotechnology sector.