Dan Handley, M.S., Ph.D.
About Dan Handley, M.S., Ph.D.
Dan Handley Director Role
Dan Handley currently serves as the Director of the Clinical and Translational Genome Research Institute (CTGRI) at Southern California University of Health Sciences. As Director, he oversees initiatives in research and development, focusing on the integration of clinical and genomic research to advance health science. His leadership at CTGRI plays a crucial role in facilitating research that bridges the gap between clinical applications and genomic discoveries.
Professional Experience in Genomic Research
Dan Handley has extensive experience in the field of genomic research. Before his current role, he was the Chief Scientific Officer of the Clinical and Translational Genome Research Institute, a Florida-based non-profit organization. His career also includes senior roles such as Chief Scientific Officer for Advanced Healthcare Technology Solutions, Inc. and Life-Seq, LLC, where he contributed to advancements in genomic technologies. Additionally, he has worked as a senior researcher at Procter & Gamble Co. and the David Geffen UCLA School of Medicine.
Academic Contributions and Faculty Positions
Alongside his professional roles, Dan Handley has made significant academic contributions. He serves as a Professor at Southern California University of Health Sciences and has held a courtesy faculty appointment in the Department of Biological Sciences at Florida Gulf Coast University. His academic involvement extends to mentoring and educating the next generation of scientists, emphasizing the practical applications of genomic research in clinical settings.
Educational Background in Biophysics, Logic, and Genetics
Dan Handley’s educational background is diverse and robust. He holds a B.A. in Biophysics from Johns Hopkins University, an M.S. in Logic and Computation from Carnegie Mellon University, and a Ph.D. in Human Genetics from the University of Pittsburgh. His post-doctoral training at Magee-Women’s Research Institute focused on advanced genomic technologies related to fetal and maternal health, further solidifying his expertise in the field.
Military Service as a U.S. Navy Nuclear Propulsion Instructor
In addition to his scientific and academic achievements, Dan Handley is a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He served as a nuclear propulsion instructor, where he applied his technical and leadership skills in a highly demanding environment. This experience contributed to the development of his methodical approach and discipline, which he carries into his research and academic roles.