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ERICCA STAMPER

Jupiter,FL

Summary

Genomics expert with over ten years of experience in next-generation sequencing (NGS) and a solid background in cancer genomics, epigenetics, and molecular biology. Proven ability to communicate complex scientific concepts clearly and effectively. Demonstrated success in customer-facing roles, fostering partnerships that drive innovation. Dedicated to advancing discovery and medical practices through genomics.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Genomic Science Liaison

Dovetail Genomics / Cantata Bio, LLC.
05.2024 - 07.2025
  • Advanced Dovetail Genomics' presence in epigenetics and cancer genomics space through customer engagement.
  • Cultivated partnerships with researchers and key opinion leaders to foster long-term relationships.
  • Authored abstracts, designed posters, and delivered presentations at over 20 conferences to highlight innovations.
  • Guided product development and helped execute three successful product launches.
  • Developed marketing materials that clearly communicated value of Dovetail Genomics’ kits to potential customers.
  • Supported sales team with lead generation and provided pre-sales technical assistance.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with R&D, sales, and marketing teams to enhance product offerings.

Senior Scientist I, II

Frontage Laboratories Inc.
Deerfield Beach, FL
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Developed genomic assays for new genomic services, including variant detection liquid biopsy cell-free DNA
  • Utilized genomic methods such as whole exome sequencing, targeted sequencing, RNA-seq, and qPCR
  • Performed NGS data analysis, interpreting sequencing results and developing custom bioinformatic pipelines
  • Executed CLIA/CAP method validations for NGS-based Laboratory Developed Tests in pharmacogenomics and oncology
  • Managed project scope, requirements, and cross-alignment with stakeholders to ensure execution success
  • Authored SOPs, validation plans, scientific abstracts, and prepared materials for client presentations
  • Served as Subject Matter Expert in genomics

Biology Instructor

Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College, Florida Atlantic University
Jupiter, FL
08.2020 - 12.2022
  • Taught diverse undergraduate biology courses, including Biological Principles, Genetics, and Molecular Genetics
  • Developed and supervised a research program for undergraduate researchers in molecular genetics
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies in lab and lecture courses to enhance learning outcomes
  • Contributed to university service by serving on faculty search committees, student scholarship evaluation, and academic advising

Postdoctoral Researcher

CRUK University of Cambridge & EBI
Cambridge, UK
03.2015 - 08.2020
  • Led collaborative project utilizing functional genomics to investigate evolution of tissue-specific gene regulatory networks in mammals.
  • Designed and implemented high-throughput experimental pipeline to map enhancer and promoter activity across four tissues and twelve mammalian species, generating data for over 1,000 samples.
  • Implemented advanced genomics techniques including ChIP-seq, RNA-seq, iCLIP, and NGS library preparation using automated liquid handling.
  • Established proficiency in bioinformatics and NGS data analysis using Python and R programming languages.
  • Crafted innovative research proposal that secured Marie Sklodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship.
  • Contributed as member of Animal Welfare & Ethical Review Body to uphold research integrity.

PhD Research

University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
08.2008 - 03.2015
  • Led an independent research project investigating the regulation of meiotic recombination and double-strand break formation in Caenorhabditis elegans
  • Uncovered two distinct pathways that regulate meiotic recombination, using a combination of genetic, cytological, molecular biology, and biochemical approaches
  • Developed and optimized novel experimental strategies and genome editing techniques in C. elegans, including CRISPR/Cas9
  • Co-organized two regional scientific conferences

Research Assistant

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
07.2007 - 07.2008
  • Investigated the structure and activity of the protein calreticulin using biochemical and molecular biology techniques

Education

B.S. - Molecular Biology & Biochemistry

University of Michigan – Flint
Flint, USA

Ph.D. - Molecular and Cell Biology

University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, USA

Skills

  • Genomics research
  • NGS methodologies and applications
  • Scientific writing and messaging
  • Scientific presentations
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Customer engagement

Publications

  • Willoughby D, Bognar E, Stanbery L, Nagel C, Wallraven G, Pruthi A, Bild N, Stamper E, Rao D, Walter A, and Nemunaitis J (2025). Exome sequencing shows same pattern of clonal tumor mutational burden, intratumor heterogenicity and clonal neoantigen between autologous tumor and Vigil product. Scientific Reports 15, 8637.
  • Guo H, Stamper EL, Sato-Carlton A, Shimazoe MA, Li X, Zhang L, Stevens L, Tam KCJ, Dernburg AF, Carlton PM (2022). Phosphoregulation of DSB-1 mediates control of meiotic double-strand break activity. eLife 11:e77956.
  • Roller M, Stamper EL (co-first author), Villar D, Izougo O, Martin F, Redmond A, Ramachandran R, Harewood L, Odom DT, and Flicek P (2021). LINE retrotransposons characterize mammalian tissue-specific and evolutionary dynamic regulatory regions. Genome Biology 22: 62.
  • Stamper EL, Rodenbusch SE, Rosu S, Ahringer J, Villeneuve AM, Dernburg AF (2013). Identification of DSB-1, a Protein Required for Initiation of Meiotic Recombination in Caenorhabditis elegans, Illuminates a Crossover Assurance Checkpoint. PLoS Genetics 9(8): e1003679.
  • Rosu S, Zawadzki KA, Stamper EL, Libuda DE, Reese AL, Dernburg AF, Villeneuve AM (2013). The C. elegans DSB-2 Protein Reveals a Regulatory Network that Controls Competence for Meiotic DSB Formation and Promotes Crossover Assurance. PLoS Genetics 9(8): e1003674.
  • Del Cid N, Jeffery E, Rizvi S, Stamper E, Peters LR, Brown WC, Provada C, Raghavan M (2010). Modes of calreticulin recruitment to the major histocompatibility complex class I assembly pathway. J Biol Chem 258(7):4520-35.

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Genomic Science Liaison

Dovetail Genomics / Cantata Bio, LLC.
05.2024 - 07.2025

Senior Scientist I, II

Frontage Laboratories Inc.
01.2023 - 05.2024

Biology Instructor

Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College, Florida Atlantic University
08.2020 - 12.2022

Postdoctoral Researcher

CRUK University of Cambridge & EBI
03.2015 - 08.2020

PhD Research

University of California, Berkeley
08.2008 - 03.2015

Research Assistant

University of Michigan
07.2007 - 07.2008

B.S. - Molecular Biology & Biochemistry

University of Michigan – Flint

Ph.D. - Molecular and Cell Biology

University of California, Berkeley