Joseph Thompson

Annotation Track

Experience

A running record of roles across clinical and translational genomics, most recent first.

1. A

   Current

   Field Application Scientist, Automation and Extraction

   Revvity · Saint Paul, MN (Hybrid)

   • Deliver field application and technical support for automated liquid handling (Janus, Sciclone) and NGS extraction solutions (Chemagen, NextFlex) across the Midwest territory.
   • Lead on-site trainings, product demonstrations, and troubleshooting to drive adoption and retention across the client base.
   • Develop application-specific protocols on automated liquid handling systems, translating customer procedures into optimized, validated workflows.
   • Provide advanced programming and integration support for third-party device integrations, and optimize liquid handling performance.
   • Partner with sales specialists on pre- and post-sales presentations across the full product line, serving as the technical bridge between customers and commercial teams.
   • Provide key technical consultation on current and future automated application directions across the life sciences portfolio.
2. C

   Apr 2023 – Oct 2023

   Product Development Scientist

   Geneoscopy · St. Louis, MO

   • Served as molecular biology lead on the design, optimization, and validation of IVD assays across Geneoscopy's product pipeline.
   • Applied regulatory frameworks such as Title 21, alongside CLSI and ISO standards, to the design and validation of clinical laboratory processes.
   • Used R and Python to script data compilation and analysis, improving the efficiency and reliability of assay evaluation.
   • Built a probit regression analysis tool that supported FDA PMA submissions by demonstrating assay performance and regulatory compliance.
3. G

   Jun 2021 – Jan 2023

   Senior Developer

   Mayo Clinic · Translational Research, Innovation and Test Development Office

   • Led experimental design and execution for an NGS-based assay supporting germline and somatic testing.
   • Provided technical judgment to optimize NGS assay performance and improve CLIA/CAP laboratory processes.
   • Supported sequencing troubleshooting with clinical and bioinformatics teams.
   • Designed, wrote, and troubleshot automation programs for high-throughput assays.
   • Contributed to project documentation including SOPs, regulatory submissions, plans, and reports.
   • Mentored junior staff and learners (fellows, residents) across NGS chemistries, assay development, and experimental planning.
   • Contributed to publications, conference abstracts, and internal grant proposals.
4. T

   Jan 2018 – Jun 2021

   Developer

   Mayo Clinic · Clinical Genome Sequencing Laboratory

   • Designed and conducted experiments, from routine to complex, to validate new assays, procedure changes, and instruments.
   • Analyzed and interpreted data, summarizing results in written and oral reports per quality system requirements.
   • Designed and troubleshot experiments.
   • Presented project updates internally and to collaborators and stakeholders.
   • Provided technical review, direction, and feedback to others.
   • Proposed novel ideas and initiatives.
5. A

   Jun 2015 – Jan 2018

   Clinical Technologist

   Mayo Clinic · Molecular Genetics Laboratory

   • Performed high-complexity laboratory testing on patient specimens across assays and platforms including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, RT-qPCR, MLPA, and gel electrophoresis.
   • Analyzed and reviewed testing results, including NGS data.
   • Maintained compliance with company quality and safety policies and procedures.
   • Identified problems affecting test performance and took authorized corrective action.
   • Participated in the Proficiency Testing Program and internal inspections as assigned.

Reference Sequence

Education

• B.S.

  Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development

  University of Minnesota College of Biological Sciences
• M.S.

  Molecular Pathology

  Texas Tech University School of Health Professions
• Cert.

  Molecular Genetics Technology Internship

  Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science School of Health Sciences