Joseph Thompson M.S.

Lead experimental design and execution supporting the development of NGS-based assay for germline and somatic testing
Provide expert technical judgement to optimize NGS assay performance and improve CLIA/CAP laboratory testing processes and procedures
Assist with sequencing troubleshooting efforts with support from clinical and bioinformatics teams
Aid in design, writing, troubleshooting, and implementing automation programs for high-throughput assays
Contribute to project documentation including SOPs, regulatory submissions, plans and reports
Mentor and guide junior staff and other learners (fellows, residents etc.) through various NGS chemistries, assay development and experimental planning
Contribute to publications, conference abstracts and internal grants overflow.

Design and conduct routine to complex experiments to validate new assays, procedure changes, and instruments
Analyze and interpret data and summarize results in written and oral reports in conformance with quality system documentation needs
Design and troubleshoot experiments
Generate and present project updates, both internally and to collaborators/stakeholders
Provide technical review, direction, and feedback to others
Take initiatives to form and propose relevant and novel ideas

Perform high complexity laboratory procedures and testing on patient specimens across various assays and platforms such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, RT-qPCR, MLPA, gel electrophoresis etc.
Analyze and review testing results including NGS data
Maintain and assist to ensure compliance with all company quality and safety policies and procedures
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance and take authorized corrective actions
Participate in the Proficiency Testing Program and internal inspections as assigned

Joseph Thompson