Atticus Mc Coy
About Atticus Mc Coy
Atticus McCoy is a Research Associate II at Beyond Meat in Los Angeles, California, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in bioengineering and has presented research findings at major scientific conferences.
Work at Beyond Meat
Atticus McCoy has been employed at Beyond Meat as a Research Associate II since 2020. In this role, he has contributed to research initiatives in Los Angeles, California. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Research Associate at Beyond Meat from 2019 to 2020. His experience at the company spans a total of four years.
Education and Expertise
Atticus McCoy earned a Bachelor's degree in Bioengineering with a focus on the Biomolecular Track from Santa Clara University, graduating Summa Cum Laude in 2019. During his academic career, he developed expertise in using R for data analysis and visualization, particularly during an internship at Genentech. His educational background supports his research capabilities in the field.
Background in Research and Development
Atticus McCoy has a solid background in research and development. He served as a Research Assistant at Santa Clara University from 2016 to 2019, where he was involved in troubleshooting and optimizing procedures in the Chemistry Department. Additionally, he interned at Genentech in 2018, focusing on Microchemistry, Proteomics, and Lipidomics.
Professional Experience Prior to Beyond Meat
Before joining Beyond Meat, Atticus McCoy held various positions that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Test Engineer Intern at InnovaSystems International, LLC for two months in 2016. He also served as an Instructor for Community Programs at the Computer History Museum from 2017 to 2019 and as a Student Ambassador at Santa Clara University for two years.
Presentations and Contributions
Atticus McCoy has presented his research findings at Pittcon, a prominent conference in laboratory science, on two occasions. His work at Genentech included demonstrating the efficacy of a mass spectrometry technique during a company-wide poster session, showcasing his ability to communicate complex research effectively.