Jess Floro
About Jess Floro
Jess Floro is a Scientist I currently working at ROME Therapeutics, with a research focus on RNA binding proteins and telomere maintenance mechanisms. Floro has a PhD in Molecular and Translational Medicine from Boston University and has held various research positions at institutions including Boston University and the University of Virginia.
Current Position at ROME Therapeutics
Jess Floro currently holds the position of Scientist I at ROME Therapeutics, where she has been employed since 2022. In this role, she contributes to ongoing research and development efforts within the organization, focusing on innovative therapeutic solutions.
Previous Experience at Boston University
Prior to her current role, Jess Floro worked at Boston University School of Medicine as a PhD Candidate from 2015 to 2021. During this six-year tenure, she engaged in advanced research in Molecular and Translational Medicine. Additionally, she served as a Visiting Research Scholar at Boston University from 2014 to 2015.
Educational Background in Human Nutrition and Medicine
Jess Floro earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, completing her studies from 2007 to 2012. She furthered her education at Boston University School of Medicine, where she achieved her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Molecular and Translational Medicine from 2015 to 2021.
Research Focus and Expertise
Jess Floro's research primarily focuses on the regulation of alternative splicing via RNA binding proteins in both normal and malignant cells. She has also conducted research on telomere maintenance mechanisms in malignant cells. Her expertise includes snoRNA-mediated ribosomal RNA processing, modification, and ribosome biogenesis.
Early Career and Additional Roles
Jess Floro began her research career as an Undergraduate Research Lab Assistant at the University of Virginia from 2009 to 2010. She also worked as a Summer Research Scholar at Virginia Tech in 2011 and held the position of Personal Trainer at Equinox from 2012 to 2015, gaining diverse experience in both research and fitness.