Idris Hooper
About Idris Hooper
Idris Hooper is a Senior Lab Biosafety Specialist at The George Washington University, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in biosafety and laboratory management, having held various roles in research and education over the past decade.
Current Role at The George Washington University
Idris Hooper serves as a Senior Lab Biosafety Specialist at The George Washington University since 2021. In this role, he supports biosafety program activities that involve biological agents in BSL1, BSL2, and BSL3 laboratories, as well as related animal facilities. He collaborates with the Biosafety Officer to review biosafety registrations submitted to the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC). His responsibilities include developing and providing training for laboratory safety, conducting hazard evaluations of laboratory procedures, and ensuring compliance with regulations and guidelines for handling biological and radioactive materials.
Previous Experience in Research and Science
Prior to his current position, Idris Hooper worked in various roles within the research and science fields. He was a Senior Associate Scientist at American Gene Technologies International Inc. from 2020 to 2021 and a Senior Research Associate at Aeras from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he held a Research Associate II position at BNBI from 2017 to 2020. His earlier experience includes working as a Research Assistant at the National Center for Biodefense and Infectious Diseases from 2012 to 2013 and as a Microbiology Lab Assistant in 2011.
Academic Background and Qualifications
Idris Hooper has a solid academic foundation in biology. He earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Biology from George Mason University, where he studied from 2011 to 2013. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology, General, from the same institution, completed in 2010. Earlier, he obtained an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Science from Northern Virginia Community College, where he studied from 2006 to 2008. This educational background supports his expertise in laboratory safety and biosafety practices.
Teaching Experience at Northern Virginia Community College
Idris Hooper served as an Adjunct Professor at Northern Virginia Community College from 2014 to 2017. In this role, he contributed to the academic development of students by teaching biology-related courses. His experience as a Campus Tutor in 2008 further highlights his commitment to education and mentoring within the scientific community.