MICHAEL J. O’BRIEN
Roseville
Summary
Detail-oriented Molecular Biologist and Variant Analyst specializing in clinical genomics and molecular diagnostics. Skilled in interpreting genetic variants and analyzing clinical datasets, with a strong track record in enhancing workflows and supporting clinical decisions. Experienced in project management and collaborative leadership across multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Molecular Variant Analyst – Team Lead
Henry Ford Health System
01.2024 - Current
- Interpret genetic variants for clinical decision-making
- Analyze high-volume clinical genomic datasets
- Led and scaled team of variant analysts to improve analysis accuracy and efficiency
- Streamlined workflows, reporting processes, and LIS functionality to enhance operational effectiveness
- Collaborated with teams to enhance patient care through improved processing and communication.
Postdoctoral Fellow & Lab Manager
Wayne State University
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Oversaw NIH/NSF-funded research and laboratory operations to ensure adherence to grant requirements and project goals
- Designed and executed complex molecular/biochemical experiments
- Guided researchers and facilitated cross-institution collaborations to enhance research outcomes
- Developed grants, reports, and peer-reviewed publications to communicate research findings and secure funding
Graduate Researcher & Lab Manager
Wayne State University / Oakland University
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Led research projects and lab operations, ensuring effective experimental design and execution
- Developed protocols and managed laboratory systems to enhance research efficiency and compliance
- Published scientific work and presented at conferences
University Instructor
Wayne State University / Oakland University
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Instructed undergraduate and graduate courses in biology and genetics, fostering students' understanding of complex concepts
- Designed curriculum and facilitated lectures and lab sessions, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes
Education
Ph.D. - Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wayne State University
Detroit, MIM.S. - Biological Sciences
Oakland University
Rochester, MIB.S. - Biological Sciences
Wayne State University
Detroit, MISkills
- Variant Interpretation
- Molecular Diagnostics
- Clinical Reporting
- Bioinformatics
- Data Analysis
- Data Interpretation
- Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)
- Experimental Design
- Project Management
- Workflow Optimization
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Team Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Scientific Communication
Publications
8 Publications: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=ylX78RcAAAAJ
Core Skills
,Reliability, Critical Thinking, Variant Interpretation, Decision Making, Leadership, Time Management, Workflow Optimization, Communication, Comprehensive, Thoughtfulness
Timeline
Molecular Variant Analyst – Team Lead
Henry Ford Health System
01.2024 - Current
Postdoctoral Fellow & Lab Manager
Wayne State University
01.2023 - 01.2024
Graduate Researcher & Lab Manager
Wayne State University / Oakland University
01.2015 - 01.2023
University Instructor
Wayne State University / Oakland University
01.2015 - 01.2022
Ph.D. - Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wayne State University
M.S. - Biological Sciences
Oakland University
B.S. - Biological Sciences
Wayne State University