Amare M Legesse
About Amare M Legesse
Amare M Legesse is a Clinical Laboratory Scientist with over 18 years of experience in various health facilities and research institutions. He currently works at the National Institutes of Health Clinical Center and has previously held positions at Children's National Hospital and the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Amare M Legesse currently serves as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical Center. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the research hospital's mission of advancing medical science. His role involves performing complex laboratory analyses and supporting clinical research initiatives.
Previous Experience in Medical Laboratory Science
Prior to his current role, Amare M Legesse worked as a Medical Laboratory Scientist II at Children's National Hospital from 2019 to 2022. He also held a similar position at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus from 2017 to 2020. In these roles, he gained extensive experience in performing various assays using automated laboratory analyzers.
Education and Expertise
Amare M Legesse obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology from Addis Ababa University, completing his studies from 2007 to 2010. He also completed Master's coursework at the same institution from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, he earned an Associate's degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician from 2001 to 2003, providing him with a solid foundation in laboratory practices.
Professional Background
With over 18 years of experience, Amare M Legesse has worked in various governmental and nongovernmental health facilities and research institutions. His background encompasses a wide range of laboratory disciplines, including clinical chemistry, hematology, blood banking, microbiology, immunology, molecular biology, serology, coagulation, and urine analysis.