Doreen Danso
About Doreen Danso
Doreen Danso is a Laboratory Manager at Yale University, specializing in genetics research related to cancer. She has a diverse background in laboratory operations and quality control, with previous roles at companies such as Medtronic, Sema4, and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals.
Current Role at Yale University
Doreen Danso serves as the Laboratory Manager at Yale University, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she manages a genetics laboratory that focuses on studying the genetic, environmental, and host factors contributing to cancer. Her work aims to enhance therapeutic strategies in cancer treatment. Danso is responsible for overseeing laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance and collaborative research facilitation. She also acts as a liaison with Environmental Health & Safety, IACUC, core facilities, and both internal and external collaborators.
Previous Experience in Laboratory Management
Prior to her current position, Doreen Danso held various roles in laboratory management and quality control. She worked as a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor at Sema4 from 2020 to 2022, where she managed laboratory operations. Before that, she served as a Microbiology Manager at ACT Laboratories Inc. from 2019 to 2020. Her experience includes working as a Quality Control Microbiologist at Medtronic and as a Microbiologist II at Thor Specialties, where she focused on quality control processes.
Educational Background in Bioinformatics
Doreen Danso pursued her education in the field of bioinformatics, earning a Master of Science degree from Central Connecticut State University from 2021 to 2024. Her academic background also includes a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Southern Connecticut State University, completed from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, she obtained an Associate's Degree in Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies from CT State Gateway, which she completed between 2009 and 2011.
Laboratory Operations and Management Skills
Doreen Danso has extensive experience in managing laboratory operations, which includes overseeing lab inventory management, placing orders, tracking supplies, and maintaining shipment records. She is responsible for onboarding and offboarding lab members, ensuring smooth transitions within the laboratory team. Her skills in collaborative research facilitation and equipment maintenance contribute to the effective functioning of the laboratories she manages.
Professional Experience in the Biotechnology Sector
Doreen Danso has accumulated significant professional experience in the biotechnology sector. She worked as a Bioinformatics Scientist at Sema4 for one year during a mass layoff in 2022-2023. Her career also includes a role as a Quality Control Microbiologist at Medtronic and various positions in quality control and microbiology at companies such as Regeneron Pharmaceuticals and Unilever. This diverse experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of laboratory practices and quality assurance.