Benjamin Allen
About Benjamin Allen
Benjamin Allen is a Technical Project Specialist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2016 on the DOE Systems Biology Knowledgebase (KBase). He has a background in biochemistry and science education, with previous roles in research, coordination, and technical documentation.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Benjamin Allen serves as a Technical Project Specialist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, focusing on the Department of Energy Systems Biology Knowledgebase (KBase). He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the development of technical documentation and protocol writing. His role also includes engaging in science communications and participating in outreach and training activities to support KBase users. Allen's expertise in biological and environmental research information systems enhances the functionality of the KBase.
Previous Experience in Information Technology
Before his current role, Benjamin Allen worked at the University of Tennessee Office of Information Technology as a Clerical Assistant from 2008 to 2011. He also served as a Coordinator, Recruiter, and Media Specialist at the UT-ORNL Bredesen Center from 2011 to 2014. His experience includes a position as a Post-Master's Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory from 2014 to 2016, where he focused on biological and environmental research information systems.
Educational Background
Benjamin Allen studied at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biochemistry, Cellular, and Molecular Biology from 2006 to 2010. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (MS) in Science Education from the same institution between 2012 and 2014. His foundational education began at Houston High School, where he completed his studies from 2002 to 2006.
Research and Technical Contributions
In his professional capacity, Benjamin Allen conducts software testing to ensure the functionality and reliability of systems utilized in 'omics analysis. He actively contributes to the development of technical documentation and protocol writing for the DOE Systems Biology Knowledgebase (KBase). His involvement in outreach and training activities supports users in effectively utilizing KBase resources.