Richard Zhang
About Richard Zhang
Richard Zhang is a Lab Coordinator at the University of Massachusetts Boston, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in biochemistry and molecular biology, with previous experience at Antech Diagnostics and Boston University.
Work at UMass Boston
Richard Zhang has been employed at the University of Massachusetts Boston since 2014. Initially serving as a Lab Technician for 10 years, he transitioned to the role of Lab Coordinator in 2020. In his current position, he oversees the preparation of reagents, media, and equipment for over 30 freshmen biology labs at the Integrated Sciences Complex. He assists faculty and teaching assistants with lab setup, maintenance, sterilization, and troubleshooting. Additionally, he is responsible for testing experiments to ensure smooth lab operations and performs inventory management, ordering supplies for all labs at the university.
Education and Expertise
Richard Zhang holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Boston University, which he completed from 2009 to 2013. He furthered his education at the same institution, earning a Master's Degree in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, and Biochemistry from 2014 to 2017. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in biological sciences, which he applies in his current role at UMass Boston.
Background
Richard Zhang studied at North Quincy High School from 2005 to 2009. Following high school, he attended Boston University, where he completed both his undergraduate and graduate studies. Prior to his current positions, he worked as a Lab Aide at Antech Diagnostics in South Weymouth, MA, for eight months in 2013 to 2014, and as a Graduate Student in the Celenza Lab at Boston University from 2015 to 2018.
Previous Experience
Before his tenure at UMass Boston, Richard Zhang gained valuable experience as a Lab Aide at Antech Diagnostics for eight months. He then worked as a Graduate Student in the Celenza Lab at Boston University for three years. This combination of roles has contributed to his expertise in laboratory operations and management.