Sean Marris
About Sean Marris
Sean Marris is a Senior NGS Technologist at Variantyx, with a background in Cognitive and Brain Sciences from Tufts University. He has experience in clinical operations and mental health, having worked at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Community Care Hospital.
Work at Variantyx
Sean Marris currently serves as a Senior NGS Technologist at Variantyx, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on next-generation sequencing technologies, contributing to advancements in genetic diagnostics and personalized medicine. His work involves analyzing complex genetic data and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Sean Marris holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Cognitive and Brain Sciences from Tufts University, where he studied from 2011 to 2017. His undergraduate research emphasized drug action in the brain and the role of language in thought. Additionally, he completed Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Coursework at Harvard Extension School, furthering his knowledge in cognitive sciences.
Background
Sean Marris completed his high school education at The Loomis Chaffee School, graduating in 2011. He also participated in the School Year Abroad program in Rennes, France, from 2009 to 2010. His early experiences laid the foundation for his interests in cognitive processes and mental health.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Variantyx, Sean Marris worked in various roles that contributed to his professional development. He served as a Clinical Operations Coordinator and later as a Molecular Diagnostics Technologist II at Brigham and Women's Hospital. He also held positions in customer support, administration, and mental health, including a role as a Mental Health Technician at Community Care Hospital.
Research Interests
Sean Marris aims to study the influence of mental illness on cognitive processes, particularly in individuals with psychotic symptoms such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. His interest in mental illness and disordered thought processes was developed during his time working at a psychiatric hospital in New Orleans.