Matthew Benczkowski, Mph
About Matthew Benczkowski, Mph
Matthew Benczkowski, MPH, is a Molecular Assay Development Research Associate II specializing in RNA gene writing at Tessera Therapeutics. He emphasizes scientific integrity and reproducibility in his research, contributing to advancements in biotechnology and public health.
Work at Tessera Therapeutics
Matthew Benczkowski has been employed at Tessera Therapeutics since 2021 as a Molecular Assay Development Research Associate II, specializing in RNA Gene Writing. In this role, he focuses on biotechnology research, utilizing advanced molecular techniques and next-generation sequencing to enhance genome editing capabilities. His commitment to scientific integrity and reproducibility is evident in his approach to ensuring high-quality research and accurate results.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Benczkowski holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh, completed in 2019. He furthered his education at Yale School of Public Health, where he earned a Master of Public Health (MPH) with a concentration in Epidemiology of Microbial Disease in 2021. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in public health, epidemiology, and biological sciences.
Background
Prior to his current position, Matthew Benczkowski gained valuable experience in various research roles. He served as a Graduate Student Teaching Fellow at Yale School of Public Health for seven months and worked as a Research Collaborator at CIDEIM for one year. His earlier experience includes a role as a Research Lab Preparation Assistant at the University of Pittsburgh. Additionally, he has international research experience in countries such as Peru, Ecuador, Australia, and Fiji.
Achievements
Matthew Benczkowski developed a novel epidemiological study that analyzed demographic changes and disease presentation of cutaneous leishmaniasis in Colombia post-conflict. This work earned him the Dean's ‘Wilbur G Downs Outstanding Thesis Prize in Global Health’ at Yale. He also received dual fellowships from Yale, the Downs and the Stolwijk, which supported his interests in global health and environmental health.
Research Contributions
Throughout his academic career, Matthew Benczkowski has contributed to significant research initiatives. He acted as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant for three semesters, enhancing computational biology skills for himself and his students. He participated in the SEA-PHAGES program for four years, where he discovered and annotated actinobacteriophages to explore alternative therapies for rare bacterial infections.