Daniel Barry Roche
About Daniel Barry Roche
Daniel Barry Roche is a Tertiary Knowledge Manager at SOPHiA GENETICS, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in bioinformatics, having held various positions in the field, including Senior Bioinformatician and Team Lead at SOPHiA GENETICS, as well as research roles at CEA-Genoscope and the University of Reading.
Work at SOPHiA GENETICS
Daniel Barry Roche currently serves as Tertiary Knowledge Manager at SOPHiA GENETICS, a position he has held since 2023 in Bidart, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. Prior to this role, he worked at the same company as Senior Bioinformatician from 2018 to 2020 and later as Team Lead, Bioinformatics - Associate Manager from 2020 to 2023. His tenure at SOPHiA GENETICS spans a total of five years, during which he has contributed significantly to bioinformatics projects.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Barry Roche earned his PhD in Bioinformatics from The University of Reading, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. He also holds a B.Sc. (Hons) in Industrial Biochemistry from the University of Limerick, completed from 2004 to 2008. His academic background is complemented by his expertise in data licensing and software licensing, which aids in navigating legal and business aspects of research projects.
Background in Bioinformatics
Daniel has a robust background in bioinformatics, having worked as a Post-Doctoral Research Engineer at CEA-Genoscope / CNRS UMR 8030 de Génomique métabolique for five months in 2012. He continued his research there as a Marie Curie Fellow and Research Based University Chair of Excellence in Bioinformatics from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, he served in a similar capacity at Université d'Evry-Val-d'Essonne during the same period.
Technical Skills and Project Management
Daniel leverages his skills in big data and data science to derive insights from complex datasets. He employs best practices in technical writing and project planning, which contribute to efficient workflows and effective communication within his teams. His approach fosters a supportive work environment that emphasizes collaboration and a commitment to excellence.