Eric Roberts
About Eric Roberts
Eric Roberts is a biostatistician with extensive experience in environmental epidemiology and health research. He currently works at Verge Genomics, where he develops data analytic protocols for drug discovery using next generation sequencing.
Work at Verge Genomics
Eric Roberts has been employed at Verge Genomics as a Biostatistician since 2019. In this role, he develops data analytic protocols specifically tailored for next generation sequencing experiments that focus on drug discovery. His work contributes to the advancement of genomic research and its application in therapeutic development.
Education and Expertise
Eric Roberts studied at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he earned a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from 1992 to 1997. He also holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Social Work from the same university, completed from 1990 to 1995. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Chemistry from the University of Chicago between 1985 and 1989. His educational background supports his expertise in biostatistics, environmental epidemiology, and health and social services research.
Background
Eric Roberts has a diverse professional background that includes significant roles in various research institutions. He completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco from 2000 to 2003. Following this, he worked as a Research Manager at IMPACT ASSESSMENT, INC. from 2003 to 2005, and as a Research Scientist at the Public Health Institute from 2005 to 2019. His experiences have shaped his skills in research design and data analysis.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Eric Roberts has published original protocols in peer-reviewed methods journals, demonstrating his expertise in research design. His fluency in multiple computer programming environments enhances his capability to create original research protocols, contributing to advancements in the fields of biostatistics and public health.