Ellen Lalk, PhD
About Ellen Lalk, PhD
Ellen Lalk, PhD, is a Postdoctoral Fellow currently working at the U.S. Geological Survey. She has a strong academic background in Biochemistry and Geochemistry, with prior research experience at prestigious institutions including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution.
Current Role at U.S. Geological Survey
Ellen Lalk serves as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2023. In this role, she engages in research activities that contribute to the understanding of geological processes. Her position is based in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, where she collaborates with other scientists and researchers to advance knowledge in her field.
Previous Experience at Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Ellen Lalk worked at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in various capacities. She was a Graduate Student from 2017 to 2022, where she focused on her studies in Geochemistry. Additionally, she served as a Postdoctoral Researcher for a brief period in 2022, contributing to ongoing research initiatives at MIT.
Educational Background in Biochemistry and Geochemistry
Ellen Lalk completed her undergraduate studies in Biochemistry at Washington University in St. Louis from 2013 to 2017. She furthered her education in Geochemistry, earning a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) through a collaborative program between the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution.
Research Experience at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Ellen Lalk gained significant research experience at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, where she was a Graduate Student from 2017 to 2022. Her work involved various projects related to oceanographic research and contributed to her expertise in the field.
Early Career at Washington University School of Medicine
Before her graduate studies, Ellen Lalk worked as a Laboratory Assistant at Washington University School of Medicine from 2013 to 2015. This role provided her with foundational laboratory skills and experience in a medical research environment.