Wilson Mc Kerrow
About Wilson Mc Kerrow
Wilson Mc Kerrow is a Principal Data Scientist specializing in Computational Biology at ROME Therapeutics, where he has worked since 2023. He has an extensive background in data science and research, including previous roles at NYU Langone Health and the University of Virginia Health System.
Current Role at ROME Therapeutics
Wilson Mc Kerrow serves as the Principal Data Scientist in Computational Biology at ROME Therapeutics since 2023. In this role, he leads the integration of multi-omic data with machine learning algorithms to identify cancer vaccine targets, particularly focusing on the repetitive or 'dark genome.' He collaborates with the business development team to engage potential partners interested in cancer vaccine collaborations.
Previous Experience in Data Science
Prior to his current position, Wilson Mc Kerrow worked as a Senior Data Scientist in Computational Biology at ROME Therapeutics from 2022 to 2023. He also held the position of Postdoctoral Researcher at NYU Langone Health from 2018 to 2022. His earlier experience includes a role as a Temporary Research Assistant at the University of Virginia Health System from 2011 to 2012 and as a SULI Intern at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in 2010.
Educational Background
Wilson Mc Kerrow obtained his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mathematics from Haverford College, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. He furthered his education at Brown University, earning a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Mathematics from 2012 to 2018. His foundational education was completed at Phillips Exeter Academy, where he graduated from high school in 2007.
Early Career and Tutoring Experience
Wilson Mc Kerrow began his career with roles that included working as a Student Tutor at Haverford College from 2009 to 2011 and as a Research Assistant at both Haverford College and UCSF in 2009. These early experiences contributed to his development in the field of data science and computational biology.